Libby Craig
Organized and knowledgeable registered nurse and lactation consultant. Employed by Baptist Memorial Hospital on mother baby unit for the past 41 years. IBCLC certified and have worked as a lactation consultant for the past 21 years at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Collaborates well with doctors to maintain top- notch healthcare practices.Works well with mother baby patients to help promote breastfeeding and help new moms feel successful on this new endeavor. Gives educated advice and support to new moms during their postpartum period. Offers outpatient services to help with breastfeeding by phone or in person after being discharged from hospital. Give resources to moms for professional help and support after being discharged.
Work History
Registered Nurse-Lactation Consultant
41 Years 5 Months- Educated mothers on breastfeeding techniques at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women
- Educated families on breastfeeding, pumping, and newborn feeding at healthcare employer.
- Assessed maternal and infant latch, positioning, and milk transfer during consultations.
- Supported postpartum patients with feeding plans and lactation guidance across care settings.
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and staff on breastfeeding support protocols.
- Assessed patient conditions and updated nursing plans during postpartum care.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented consult notes, feeding concerns, and care instructions in patient records.
- Collaborated with physicians and care teams on patient treatment plans.
- Administered medications and monitored reactions using hospital protocols.
- Trained staff on lactation education, hand expression, and breast pump use.
- Advised patients on sore nipples, engorgement, and breastfeeding challenges.
- Prepared discharge teaching for families needing continued lactation support after care.
- Instructed new mothers on proper techniques for feeding infants during individual sessions.
- Provided bedside care for women's health patients in Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women units.
Education
IBCLC - Lactation Consultant
- Currently certified until 2030.
Diploma Registered Nurse - Nursing
Skills
Certification
NRP certified, IBCLC certified, BLS certified