Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA, has worked with breastfeeding mothers for over 20 years as a lactation consultant both in private practice and for Santa Barbara County WIC. She is co-author of “Making More Milk: A Nursing Mother’s Guide to Milk Supply,” and has written numerous other articles. Lisa’s interest and specialization in milk production began with researching the physiology behind the problem of scheduled feedings in order to counter the resurgence in popularity of this old practice. Using this foundation of knowledge, she found herself drawn into analyzing other low milk supply situations, including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, which became her master’s degree thesis. Lisa is a long-time La Leche League Leader and associate professional liaison for LLL of Southern California/Nevada, serves on the board of the Breastfeeding Coalition of Santa Barbara County, and received the designation of a Fellow of ILCA in 2009 in recognition of her contributions to ILCA and the field of lactation.
Laura L. Hernandez, PhD, Post-Doctoral Fellow, Department of Molecular and Cellular Physiology, University of Cincinnati. Dr. Hernandez is a researcher in the area of physiology of the mammary gland and milk synthesis. Her PhD work focused on characterizing the bovine mammary gland serotonergic system at the University of Arizona. The current focus of her research are the effects of serotonin produced in the mammary gland on milk production and milk synthesis in the human mammary gland, as well as its effects on bone metabolism. Additionally, she examines the role of mammary gland derived serotonin in the initiation and progression of breast cancer. She has published several papers in the aforementioned areas.
Donna Walls RN, BSN, IBCLC, Herbalist, Aromatherapist has been a maternity nurse for 35 years and a Lactation Consultant for 23 years. She has presented seminars on normal birthing, breastfeeding support, natural and herbal medicines for women and environmental health, locally and nationally. She is a Master Herbalist and certified aromatherapist in private practice and continues as a clinical Lactation Consultant in 2 Dayton area hospitals, one of which is Baby Friendly.
Friday, March 26, 2010
5:30-7:30 PM Registration, Exhibits, Bookstore. Cash Bar, Dinner
7:30–8:00 PM President’s Address, OLCA AWARDS Liz Maseth, RN, IBCLC
8:00-9:30 PM Foundations of Milk Production and Maternal Assessment,
Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA
Saturday, March 27, 2010
7:30-8:30 AM Registration, Continental Breakfast, Exhibits, Bookstore.
8:30 AM Opening Remarks, Introductions
8:45-10:15 AM Infertility, PCOS and the Low Milk Supply Mother,
Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA
10:15-10:30 AM Nutrition Break, Exhibits, Bookstore
10:30-12:00 PM The Impact of Thyroid Dysfunction on Lactation,
Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA
12:15-1:30 PM Luncheon and Awards
1:30-3:00 PM Antidepressant Use and Breastfeeding: established practices and new
evidence from basic research. Nelson Horseman, PhD
3:00-3:15 PM Nutrition Break, Exhibits, Bookstore
3:15-4:45 PM Eco-Friendly Mothering, examine the increasing usage of
environmentally questionable toxins and the potential
issues surrounding them on the pregnant and lactating
mother and her newborn. Donna Walls, BSN, RN, IBCLC
4:45-5:00 PM Questions, Evaluations, Certificates.
Contact hour certificates will be given only to participants attending the entire program.
Conference Objectives:
List the major factors necessary for good milk production.
Describe the role of the placenta in mammary gland development
during pregnancy.
Explain two ways that environmental contaminants may interfere
with reproductive hormones.
List two characteristics of insufficient mammary tissue.
List two postpartum problems that can affect the hormones of
lactation.
Give five possible endocrine problems and five possible clinical
symptoms for PCOS.
List two major PCOS hormones that may interfere with lactation.
Explain the rationale for metformin use during pregnancy and/
or lactation.
List at least three external factors that can affect thyroid function.
Name two major hormones that may be impacted by hyperthyroidism
and explain the effect on lactation.
Explain the concept of first and second level approaches to
dealing with lactation failure secondary to thyroid dysfunction
List three hormone tests most likely to yield clues for lactation
failure.
Describe the problem of depression in pregnancy and lactation.
Discuss current therapeutic practices for treatment of depression
during pregnancy and lactation.
Explain the direct effects of antidepressant medications on the
breast and lactation.
Define the normal role of serotonin in breast physiology .
Describe the negative health effects of environmental chemicals
on the immune, reproductive and central nervous systems.
Discuss the specific effects of these toxins on pregnancy, lactation
and the newborn.
Examine educational opportunities for patient education in creating
better health for the environment and mothers and babies.
Hotel Information
The Columbus Marriott Northwest
Welcomes the Guests of the
Ohio Lactation Consultant Assn.
March 25 – March 27, 2010
Columbus Marriott Northwest
5605 Blazer Parkway
Dublin OH 43017
Phone: (614) 791-1000
www.ColumbusMarriottNorthwest.com
Or copy the link below into your browser:
Please note: Simply enter your arrival and departure dates and click “Check Availability.”
The Columbus Marriott Northwest offers a special rate of $105.00 for the guests of the Ohio Lactation Consultants Assn. If calling for reservations be certain to mention you are attending the Ohio Lactation Consultant Association Conference for this rate.
Enjoy the comforts of one of our beautiful guestrooms, equipped with Marriott’s Revive bedding, 32” HD LCD TV with plug and play jack packs and high speed internet access. Relax in our indoor pool, enjoy our 24 hour fitness center or sample the many tasteful options we offer in our restaurant & lounge.
Count on Columbus Marriott Northwest’s dependability to make your stay a memorable one.
Please reserve your room by March 15, 2010 to ensure you receive the special group rate.
To make, modify, or cancel reservations by telephone:
1-888-801-7133
Directions: Cincinnati and areas South, Take I71 North to exit 101 merge onto I-270 West to Exit 15 for Tuttle Crossing Blvd. and turn right onto Tuttle crossing Blvd. and then left onto Blazer Parkway. Hotel is on the left.
From Dayton: Take I70 East to exit 93B, merge onto I270 North, take exit 15 for Tuttle Crossing Blvd., then right at Tuttle crossing Blvd. and left onto Blazer Parkway.
Coming from Cleveland and the North, Take I71 South , to exit 119B and merge onto I-270 West toward Dayton, take exit 15 for Tuttle Crossing Blvd., then left onto Blazer Parkway.
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Registration questions
614-338-0243
Registration is on a first come basis, no confirmations will be sent. When registering online you will be given a receipt to print or if registering by check, save your cancelled check as your receipt. Refunds will only be issued for cancellations received prior to the conference date. If Registering after March 18, 2010 please only do so online. Registration brochures will be mailed the 1st week of February. To request a paper brochure be mailed to you please notify deekeith@gmail.com. Paper costs OLCA printing & mailing charges so we are encouraging everyone who can, to register on line via the link below. Thank you.
