Breastfeeding is a journey.

Are you pregnant and preparing to breastfeed? Have you just started to breastfeed? Are you facing some bumps in the road? No matter where you are on your breastfeeding journey, WIC Breastfeeding Support has resources that can help! Explore the Stages of Breastfeeding to find information, learn how to overcome common challenges, and celebrate your success. You’ve got this!

How it works

Every mom's breastfeeding journey is different. Here are some of the stages you might go through.

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See what’s in the Stages of Breastfeeding

Learn

• Breastfeeding Benefits
• Breastfeeding Basics
• Setting Your Breastfeeding Goals
• Planning for Your Delivery

Start

• Delivery Room 101
• How Much Milk Your Baby Needs
• 5 Breastfeeding Holds to Try
• Steps and Signs of a Good Latch

Overcome

• Low Milk Supply
• Help for Sore Nipples
• Cluster Feeding and Growth Spurts
• Engorgement

Thrive

• Become a WIC Peer Counselor
• Weaning Your Baby

Explore the Stages of Breastfeeding

WIC breastfeeding stages - learn

Thinking about breastfeeding? Learn about the benefits, how to plan for it, and get ready to start.

WIC breastfeeding stages - start

Your baby is here! Read about what to expect in the first few days and find support when you need it to make breastfeeding work.

WIC breastfeeding stages - overcome

Every mom faces breastfeeding challenges. From low milk supply to growth spurts, we have solutions to help get you through.

WIC breastfeeding stages - thrive

You’ve got breastfeeding down! Learn what’s next and how you can help other moms succeed.