Low Milk Production Workshop

The Low Milk Production Workshop is a 2-hour interactive webinar focused on the landscape of self-reported and low milk production. Low milk production is the most common reason for premature weaning, and although milk production may be primarily perceived by some, we may be seeing higher rates of true low production in our communities because women are birthing at an older age with more medical complexity. This case-based workshop is designed to help participants sort out insidious ways that low milk production can present, understand the many reasons for low milk production, and counsel their clients on how to increase milk production while balancing self-care and their other responsibilities. The workshop will also address counseling skills to support individuals who struggle with the psychological stress of low production.

2026 Dates & Times

Wednesday, June 10
2:00 p.m.–4:15 p.m. EST / 1:00 p.m.–3:15 p.m. CST

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Monday, July 13
2:00 p.m.–4:15 p.m. EST / 1:00 p.m.–3:15 p.m. CST

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Monday, August 3
2:00 p.m.–4:15 p.m. EST / 1:00 p.m.–3:15 p.m. CST

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Monday, August 31
10:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. EST / 9:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m. CST

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Friday, September 18
10:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. EST / 9:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m. CST

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  • The Landscape of Low Milk Production (45 min)
  • Break (15 min)
  • Galactogogues for Low Milk Production (30 min)
  • Cases in Low Milk Production (45 min)

2 CMEs. CMEs can be used as CERPs or nursing credits.

For information on which IBLCE categories are covered in the OA grant-funded trainings, please see the IBCLC CERP Guidance document.

This course is available to WIC peer counselors, CPAs, RD, RNs, and lactation staff in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin (peers not eligible).

Due to high demand, this year’s OA Grant trainings will be limited to primarily WIC Staff. For more information, please contact MWRtrainings@mphi.org.

  • Describe the basic anatomy and physiology of milk production.
  • Outline possible preconception reasons for low glandular tissue.
  • Explain reasons lack of secretory activation postpartum.
  • Outline reasons why an increase in milk production might be slower than expected postpartum.
  • Describe reasons for unintentional decreased milk production.
  • Describe 3 commonly used herbal galactagogues for low milk production.
  • Identify when herbal galactagogues may be appropriate for use.
  • Identify when prescription medications may help to raise prolactin.
  • Explain limitations of the current research on herbs during lactation.
  • Outline a counseling plan for a mother who experiences a drop in milk production.
  • Describe a counseling plan for a mother with a delay in secretory activation.
  • Identify when a referral for medical evaluation is appropriate for low milk production.

Anne Eglash MD, NABBLM-C, IBCLC is a family physician who has been practicing breastfeeding and lactation medicine since 1994.

Dr. Eglash is a co-founder of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine and a cofounder and current Medical Director of the Mothers’ Milk Bank of the Western Great Lakes. She is a past associate editor for Breastfeeding Medicine Journal and continues to serve as an editorial board member. She co-founded and served as the inaugural president of the North American Board of Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine in 2023-2024.

Dr. Eglash is a professor emeritus from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and is a co-owner of the Midwest Center for Breastfeeding and Postpartum medicine, based in Madison Wisconsin.

Dr. Eglash is also the CEO of The Institute for the Advancement of Breastfeeding and Lactation Education (IABLE).

The deadline for registration is 10-14 days before the start of the training. All registrants will be placed on a short waitlist until approved by the Midwest region breastfeeding coordinators.

Once registered, all communication will come from IABLE. There is no fee for this training. In the event you need to cancel or reschedule a training, please email MWRtrainings@mphi.org.

No other resources need to be purchased or accessed for this course. Copies of Powerpoint slides will be available to download from the course Event Web Page. In the rare event that participants are not able to attend the live training, a recording from the lectures will be emailed out within a few days and must be completed within 1 week to receive course credit.