WIC Breastfeeding Support
U.S. Department of Agriculture
What if baby suddenly stops breastfeeding—or breastfeeds all the time? What if your nipples hurt? What should you do if your breasts become engorged?
We've got answers to your breastfeeding questions and challenges. Taking it hour-by-hour, day-by-day, and week-by-week helps, too. Talk with your local WIC breastfeeding staff if you are struggling with a breastfeeding challenge. They are ready to support you.
Breastfeeding is a journey, with ups and downs and feelings of accomplishment and frustration. WIC is there to help every step of the way.
Find solutions for common breastfeeding challenges below!
A nutritious, balanced diet helps you stay energetic and make plenty of milk for your baby.
Try these ways to hold your baby, and figure out what works best for you.
These tips help you get a good latch—and know if you have one.
Whether you’re just starting out or having challenges, WIC is there for you at every step.
Learn about cluster feeding and what to expect during baby’s growth spurts.
Many moms worry about low milk supply, even though most make exactly what baby needs.
Learn why babies stop nursing—and how to get your baby breastfeeding again.
You can breastfeed no matter what the size and shape of your breast and nipple.
Learn about the ways your friends and family can support you.
What is combination feeding, how to use it, and how to keep making milk.
Knowing when and how to wean baby can be confusing. Learn how you can make the process a positive one.
Planning to be apart from baby? Find tips for feeding baby with expressed milk.
It may take practice, but soon you’ll be a pro at pumping and hand expression.
To make being away from your baby easier, learn how to store and thaw breast milk—safely.
Get tips and see how pumping can help solve your breastfeeding challenges.
Limit or avoid smoking, most drugs, and alcohol for baby’s health and yours.
Real moms share their experience getting a good latch and finding the right hold.
Real moms share their experience with pain and how they found relief.
Real moms share advice on taking care of yourself—and how WIC helped.
You know that breastfeeding has benefits for baby (and mom!) so try this quiz to see how much you know!
Check out this Setting Breastfeeding Goals quiz and celebrate you and your baby accomplishing your breastfeeding goals!
What’s in your food package depends on whether you’re breastfeeding and your baby’s age.