The Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children’s (WIC) Breastfeeding Program in Lee County provides breastfeeding support including:
- Breastfeeding Classes
- Peer Counselors
- Certified Lactation Counselors
- Lactation Consultants
- Breast pump Loan Program
Peer Counselors
Mother-to-mother support has proven to be one of the most successful approaches to encourage mothers to breastfeed their infants. The WIC Peer Counselor:
- Serves as role model
- Helps develop your personal breastfeeding plan to get you and baby off to a good start
- Supports and encourages you to reach your breastfeeding goals.
- Teaches classes and provides education
- Provides referrals when necessary
Breast Pump Loan Program
Electric breast pumps are available to qualified breastfeeding mothers. The breastfeeding support staff will determine if you qualify for an electric breast pump.
Breastfeeding Classes
Breastfeeding classes are available to WIC clients for FREE! The class covers a wide range of topics related to breastfeeding including:
- Myths and concerns of breastfeeding
- How breastfeeding works
- Positioning and Latching at the breast
For more information, contact our WIC Breastfeeding Welcome Center at 239-332-9615.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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