Recognizing Physician-Level Expertise through Certification
The North American Board of Breastfeeding & Lactation Medicine’s board exam and certification pathway are built specifically for physicians practicing breastfeeding and lactation medicine. Board certification helps define the specialty and makes expert care easier to find as we all work toward better outcomes for women, children, and families.


NABBLM’s Mission
The North American Board of Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine (NABBLM) establishes and maintains standards for certification in Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine (BFLM) to advance excellence in patient care across all medical disciplines.
Elevate Breastfeeding & Lactation Medicine
Your contribution strengthens breastfeeding and lactation medicine across North America.
NABBLM’s vision is a highly recognized and growing physician specialty with robust training and career pathways yielding greater access to high-quality, collaborative, evidence-based care to all families.
NABBLM will use your support to:
- Advance physician excellence.
- Champion excellence in patient care across all medical disciplines.
- Bolster organizational infrastructure & sustainability.
