Expert Q&A: Robin Kaplan on Lactation Support in San Diego

Supporting families often requires a thoughtful, collaborative approach—especially when feeding challenges arise. That’s why we’re honored to feature Robin Kaplan, M.Ed, IBCLC, FNC, International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant and founder of the San Diego Breastfeeding Center. Robin brings over 15 years of experience supporting families with evidence-based lactation care and functional nutrition.

Robin is also the upcoming guest speaker at our April 18, 2026 Inspired Birth Worker’s Alliance (IBWA) Social, where she’ll be sharing practical guidance on screening clients for IBCLC referral, identifying prenatal risk factors, and recognizing feeding challenges that benefit from specialized lactation support. This event brings together perinatal and pediatric professionals—doulas, PTs, acupuncturists, lactation consultants, and more—who are passionate about supporting and empowering our maternal and pediatric community.

Register for our free event HERE!

Q&A with Robin Kaplan

Q: Can you tell us about your background and what led you to this work?

Robin Kaplan: I’m an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Functional Nutrition Counselor, and author of Latch: A Handbook for Breastfeeding with Confidence at Every Stage. I founded the San Diego Breastfeeding Center and bring over 15 years of clinical experience supporting families with evidence-based, holistic lactation care. I specialize in managing higher-acuity feeding challenges including unexplained low milk supply, tethered oral tissues, oral motor dysfunction, recurrent breast infections, infant reflux, and maternal hormonal or metabolic conditions that impact lactation.