What stage are you in?
Due to a lapse in federal funding, this USDA website will not be actively updated. Once funding has been reestablished, online operations will continue. Breastfeeding is a journey. There are ups and downs and feelings of accomplishment and frustration. WIC is there to help every step of the way, no matter what stage of the breastfeeding journey you’re in.
Explore the Stages of Breastfeeding
Thinking about breastfeeding? Learn about the benefits, how to plan for it, and get ready to 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.
Every mom faces breastfeeding challenges. From low milk supply to growth spurts, we have solutions to help get you through.
You’ve got breastfeeding down! Learn what’s next and how you can help other moms succeed.
Browse WIC Breastfeeding Topics
Breastfeeding Benefits
Breastfeeding gives babies a healthy start—and is good for moms, too.
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Breastfeeding Basics
Learn how milk is made, when to nurse, how long babies nurse, and more.
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Talk to Your Family about Breastfeeding
Talk about why you choose to breastfeed, and ask for your family’s support.
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Low Milk Supply
Many moms worry about low milk supply, even though most make exactly what baby needs.
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Steps and Signs of a Good Latch
These tips help you get a good latch—and know if you have one.
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Using Bottles with a Breastfed Baby
Planning to be apart from baby? Find tips for feeding baby with expressed milk.
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Pumping and Hand Expression Basics
New to milk expression? Here’s what you need to know before you get started.
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Making Milk Expression Work for You
Get tips and see how pumping can help solve your breastfeeding challenges.
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