De lactatiekundige
Example: De lactatiekundige helpt moeders met borstvoeding problemen.
Definition
"De lactatiekundige" refers to a healthcare professional who specializes in assisting mothers with breastfeeding issues, providing guidance, support, and education to promote successful lactation and infant nutrition.
Etymology
The term "de lactatiekundige" comes from the Dutch word 'lactatie,' meaning breastfeeding, combined with 'kundige,' meaning expert or specialist. It literally means 'the breastfeeding expert.' Did you know that 'lactation' stems from the Latin 'lactare,' meaning to suckle or nurse?
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"De lactatiekundige" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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the lactation consultant