About The Long Island Lactation Consultant Association

LILCA is an affiliate of the International Lactation Consultant Association
and the United States Lactation Consultants Association.


Mission Statement

In accordance with ILCA’s By-Laws governing chapters, LILCA
will further the professional development, advancement, and
recognition of Lactation Consultants within the chapter’s
geographic area and enhance the growth of the umbrella organization,
ILCA. In addition LILCA will:

  • provide a forum for networking, collaboration and support among health care professionals
    in the field of human lactation,

  • provide opportunities for continuing education in breastfeeding and related issues,

  • collaborate with other organizations toward the promotion, protection and support of breastfeeding.