EVENTS/EDUCATION

Meghan McMillin MS, RD, IBCLC

How Lactation and Food Allergies Intersect: What We Know & How We Can Help

Date: Wednesday October 8, 2025

Time: 11:30am PDT

1.5 CERPs (L) awarded by IBLCE

1.5 CEs awarded with Ventura County Public Health, an approved provider by the California BRN (Provider #12987)

Rate: $30 Early Bird prior to September 15, 2025, $35 September 16 - October 7, 2025

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Though the overall risk of the development of food allergies in infants remains very low, prevalence has been increasing. And with that increase, we are also seeing more concerns for food allergies in the exclusively breast/chest fed infant. This presentation aims to educate on the different types of food allergies (IgE mediated vs non- IgEmediated) and their symptoms commonly seen in a breast/chest fed infant. We’ll review the current feeding recommendations for an infant that presents with food allergies including maternal elimination diets and the introduction of complementary foods. This presentation will also explore the role of the lactation consultant in managing food allergies and supporting our families that face this challenging situation.

Speaker Bio:

Meghan McMillin holds a Master’s Degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She has been a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) since 2013 and became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in 2019.

Meghan spent 5 years working clinically in the NICU, pediatric floor and women’s units of a local hospital. In 2019, Meghan started her own private practice with a focus on postpartum and infant care. The mama to two young kids with food allergies, helping other families manage food allergies especially during lactation, is her passion. 

Meghan is a member of the International Lactation Consultant Association and the United States Lactation Consultant Association. She enjoys sharing her knowledge through social media and public speaking. Meghan is the coauthor of the eBook What To Eat When Your Baby Can’t Tolerate Milk, Soy, or Egg Protein; Nutrition guidance for avoiding milk, soy, and/or eggs while lactating. 

Meghan has presented both nationally and internationally including for GOLD learning, the National WIC Association and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. In 2020, Meghan was awarded the Emerging Professional in Women's Health Award from the Women's Health Dietetic Practice Group of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. 

Meghan lives with her husband and two children outside of Chicago, IL. In her spare time she enjoys working out, allergen-free baking and having dance parties with her kids in the kitchen.