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Klaudia Flanigan
Breastfeeding Mother

Once You Get Home - Some moms are sad to leave the safety of the hospital with its helpful nurses and staff. Others can’t wait to get home.Once You Get Home - Some moms are sad to leave the safety of the hospital with its helpful nurses and staff. Others can’t wait to get home.

Whether you’re nervous or relieved, going home presents its own set of challenges. But never fear, we have all the information and advice you need to continue the great choice you have made to breastfeed your baby.

Feeding Patterns
As your baby gets older, learn to recognize growth spurts, cluster feeding and more.
Is Baby Getting Enough?
All moms want to make sure their baby is getting enough to eat. Luckily, there are some simple things you can do to check that baby is full and satisfied.
Let-Down Reflex
Ever wondered how your nipples know when it’s time to let milk out? Now, the mystery is solved.
Making Enough Milk
Tips and tricks for increasing your milk production.
Too Much Milk
Got a milk flood? We can help you stop it.
Leaking
Our tips and tricks banish wet circles from your shirts forever.
Your Nipples
Ah, nipples, the unsung heroes of breastfeeding. Through soreness, stretching and more, we help you care for them.
Family Planning
When to expect your period, and what kind of birth control works with breastfeeding.
Pump & Store
Pumping and storing breastmilk is a great way to give yourself a break or let your partner feed baby. Get the basics on pumping right here.
Eating & Exercise
Do babies notice when you eat spicy foods? We’re sharing the whole enchilada.
Need Help
You’re not alone – WIC has online resources as well as peer counselors, lactation consultants,
and more.
wic is here to help