ZOOM Monday 17 June 2024 -Breast hypoplasia and insufficient milk production – what we know and what we still need to find out

Presenter: Renee Kam BSc(Physiotherapy), IBCLC, PhD candidate
About:
Breast hypoplasia and insufficient milk production – what we know and what we still need to find out Breast hypoplasia is one reason for an inherent inability to make a full milk supply. This presentation will update delegates about what is known and what is still unknown about breast hypoplasia as a reason for low milk production and provide tips about supporting women with insufficient milk production.

Renee Kam obtained a bachelor of Physiotherapy in the year 2000 and worked in the areas of women’s health, musculoskeletal and paediatric physiotherapy. She became an IBCLC in 2012. She is now undertaking a PhD investigating breast hypoplasia as a reason for low breastmilk production. Renee's supervisors for her PhD are Professor Lisa Amir and Dr Meabh Cullinane.