Nurses and other health care professionals who care for mother-infant dyads should acquire the knowledge and demonstrate the competence needed to provide consistent and evidencebased breastfeeding information and support
throughout the preconception, prenatal, and postpartum periods. If the health care professional does not possess the knowledge and skills needed to provide support, consultation with or referral to a lactation specialist or other clinical expert
should be offered for all mother-infant dyads.