WIC Breastfeeding Support
To learn more about the benefits and the science of breastfeeding/chestfeeding, visit the USDA WIC Breastfeeding Support page or the Vermont Department of Health’s Breastfeeding resource page. You can also download Your Guide to Breastfeeding.
Knowledge + Support + Confidence = Success!
Sometimes even the most natural thing in the world needs a little help. WIC provides breastfeeding/chestfeeding resources including peer counselors and professional lactation consultants.
WIC Peer Counselors are Parents Just Like You!
Peer Counselors offer information and support to help you reach your feeding goals. Peers are available outside of normal WIC clinic hours so you can get your questions answered when it’s convenient for you.
Contact your local WIC office to request a WIC Peer Counselor.
Calendar listing of classes and events. Contact your local WIC office to sign up.
Preparing to Breastfeed & the Secrets of Baby Behavior
Learn how to know what your baby is telling you and get tips on beginning a strong breastfeeding/chestfeeding relationship. Babies, partners, and family members are welcome. Best to attend during pregnancy.
Making It Work: Breastfeeding When Apart
Get tips on keeping a strong breastfeeding/chestfeeding relationship – even when parents are at work or school. Babies, partners, and family are welcome. Best to attend after baby arrives.
In just 4 weeks for about 5 minutes a day, build the knowledge and confidence you need to meet your infant feeding goals.
App users in a pilot study were 6 times more likely to breastfeed than people who did not use the app.
You need to enter your WIC ID to use the Daily Drop app. Contact your local WIC office or email [email protected] if you need your WIC ID.
| App Store (Apple) | Google Play (Android) |
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Android users will first need to join our Google group to receive the link to download the app. |
Want to know more?
- Play personalized mini games to earn rewards.
- Get access to a library of information that you can use even after you have your baby.
- Use the app to reach out to WIC for personalized support.