A Lactation Consultant is an individual, (often a Dietician, Pharmacist, RN or physician, but not always), who has increased education in assessing the breastfeeding dyad and provides hands on assistance, verbal assistance and a plan, in conjunction with the family unit and physicians. The focus is on breastfeeding position of the mother/infant couplet, infant mouth structure and suck, and maternal health as it directly impacts the infant’s nutritional intake. The IBCLC’s credentialing is for an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, who has further lactation education re. anatomy, physiology, positioning, frequency, etc. as it impacts on maternal milk production and infant intake. For the IBCLC, the same exam is administered worldwide. The Lactation Consultant interacts with the mother-infant couplet, pediatricians and obstetricians to optimize a successful breastfeeding experience for both the mother and infant and to meet the goals of all involved.