Ladonnis Lucas, BS, FDC, RLC, IBCLC, is a WIC Trainer/Breastfeeding Specialist at Cicatelli Associates Inc (CAI), specializing in maternal health and breastfeeding education. Ladonnis's journey in promoting maternal and infant health began over 22 years ago when she embarked on her career with WIC as a Nutritionist. Through her tenure, she progressively assumed roles of increasing responsibility, eventually serving as a Breastfeeding Services Coordinator within local WIC agencies throughout NYC. It was during her first few years at WIC that Ladonnis keenly observed the critical need for enhanced breastfeeding education and support within communities. Driven by her passion to bridge this gap, Ladonnis pursued certification as a Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in 2009. Armed with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills, she has since been instrumental in empowering countless mothers to initiate and sustain breastfeeding successfully. As a WIC Trainer at CAI, Ladonnis leverages her wealth of experience to deliver engaging training sessions on various aspects of maternal health and breastfeeding.