Lactation Management and Breastfeeding Support
Members in private practice give parents up-to-date, research-based support on breastfeeding and complementary feeding.
KAB launch, 2017
Protecting, promoting and supporting breastfeeding in Kenya
We improve the health, nutrition and wellbeing of mothers, infants and young children in Kenya.
ILCA 2026
Global Partner, more than 90 countries
Since 2018
World Breastfeeding Week events
30% off
ILCA membership for KAB members
What we do
Support, education and advocacy
Founded by breastfeeding counsellors and lactation educators to support mothers and families who choose to breastfeed.
Health Education and Promotion
KAB conducts sensitisation talks on the importance of creating breastfeeding-friendly workplaces
Advocacy Campaigns
Participation in World Breastfeeding Week events since 2018
For expectant mothers
Prenatal breastfeeding classes
Practical classes so expectant mothers walk into the postpartum period already prepared.
- Latch
- Pumping
- Engorgement relief
- Burping
- Tandem feeding
- Breastfeeding styles
Membership
Join Kenya's breastfeeding professionals
Open to Kenya residents over 18 with a recognised breastfeeding or infant nutrition qualification. The committee approves each application.
Benefits of membership
A credible network of maternal and infant health professionals
Professional development training at a discounted rate
Knowledge sharing, networking and mentoring
Visibility on KAB's website and social media
Public talks, conferences, workshops and exhibitions
From our work
Out in the community
KAB members on a breastfeeding walk 
World Breastfeeding Week 2022
News
Latest from KAB
4 min read
World Breastfeeding Week 2026 in Kenya: Dates, Theme & How to Get Involved
World Breastfeeding Week 2026 runs from 1st to 7th August. The dates, the theme and how to get involved in Kenya.
Articles
5 min read
“Enough” Is a Myth: What Kenya’s Top Lactation Experts Want Every Working Mother to Know
Kenya's lactation experts on going back to work while breastfeeding: milk supply, bottle refusal and childcare.
1 min read
Kenya Association for Breastfeeding Named 2026 Global Partner of ILCA
KAB has been named a 2026 Global Partner of the International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA).
Partners
Who we work with
ILCA
2026 Global Partner. KAB members get 30% off ILCA membership.
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WABA
Kenya's WABA-aligned partner for World Breastfeeding Week.
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Co-hosted a Q&A on skilled breastfeeding support during World Breastfeeding Week 2020.
Are you a breastfeeding professional in Kenya?
Join the Kenya Association for Breastfeeding.
