By Linda J Smith

A user-friendly orientation and guide to the lactation consultant profession for those interested in running a full-time, profitable, and long-term lactation consultant practice.

Author Linda J Smith presents her original 'ABC' sequential format of essential skills necessary to start a successful practice in three balanced sections: Attitude, Business Skills and Clinical Skills. Each section begins with an overview and contains a 'pitfalls and problems' chapter, followed by two examples of private practices from around the world.

This is a one-of-a-kind resource that prepares readers to make the life-changing decision of opening a lactation consultant practice.

Learn from the PPLCs who have paved the way, as they offer advice on operating a successful lactation consultant private practice.