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Counselor speaking with a mother

31Jan

Get Support from WIC

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Learn Start Overcome Breastfeeding 101 Common Questions and Challenges Going Back to Work Expressing and Pumping Milk
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Whether you’re just starting out or having challenges, WIC is there for you at every step.

Image of a baby breastfeeding

31Jan

Steps and Signs of a Good Latch

Richard Yates
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These tips help you get a good latch—and know if you have one.

Side lying position

31Jan

Side-Lying Position

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Use the side-lying position to breastfeed your baby.

Laid back or straddle position

31Jan

Laid-Back or Straddle-Hold

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Use the laid-back hold to breastfeed your baby.

Cradle hold

31Jan

Cradle Hold

Richard Yates
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Use the cradle hold to breastfeed your baby.

Cross-cradel or transitional position

31Jan

Cross-Cradle or Transitional Hold

Richard Yates
Start Breastfeeding 101
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Use the cross-cradle hold to breastfeed your baby.

Clutch or football hold

31Jan

Clutch or "Football" Hold

Richard Yates
Start Breastfeeding 101
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Use the clutch hold to breastfeed your baby.

5 Breastfeeding Holds to Try

06Jan

5 Breastfeeding Holds to Try

Aravind Pamula
Breastfeeding 101 Start Common Questions and Challenges
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Try these ways to hold your baby, and figure out what works best for you.

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06Jan

Nutrition While Breastfeeding

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A nutritious, balanced diet helps you stay energetic and make plenty of milk for your baby.

Baby's hunger cues.

06Jan

Baby's Hunger Cues

Richard Yates
Start Breastfeeding 101 Common Questions and Challenges
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Learn how to tell when your baby is hungry—or full.