WIC Breastfeeding Support
U.S. Department of Agriculture
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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Talk to Your Family about Breastfeeding
Talk about why you choose to breastfeed, and ask for your family’s support.
Low Milk Supply
Many moms worry about low milk supply, even though most make exactly what baby needs.
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Talk to Your Employer About Pumping at Work
Get tips for talking with your employer about pumping at work
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Using Bottles with a Breastfed Baby
Planning to be apart from baby? Find tips for feeding baby with expressed milk.
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.
Featured Resources
Some common breastfeeding challenges and tips to overcome them are reviewed in this quiz.
Sometimes a compassionate friend is just what someone needs to get through a rough patch. Simple words of affirmation can be beneficial.
Simple words of encouragement to support your breastfeeding loved one can help them feel encouraged and confident to face the difficulties that may arise along their breastfeeding journey.