Breastfeeding
It's Only Natural Breastfeeding Campaign
DHHS. Office of Women's Health.
It's Only Natural helps African-American women and their families understand the health benefits of breastfeeding—not just for babies, but for moms too. Includes facts about breastfeeding and practical tips on how to make breastfeeding work.
Tips for Breastfeeding Moms in English and Spanish (PDF | 1.7 MB)
USDA. Food and Nutrition Service.
Based on MyPlate. Includes a daily meal plan and tips for healthy eating and physical activity for the breastfeeding mom.
Breastfeeding and the Use of Human Milk
American Academy of Pediatrics.
New breastfeeding policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics promotes considering infant nutrition a public health issue and not only a lifestyle choice.
Loving Support© Through Peer Counseling: A Journey Together
USDA. WIC Works Resource System.
Newly updated training materials for WIC managers and WIC breastfeeding peer counselors. Includes a dynamic presentation platform to allow trainers to present the training curriculum in a highly-visual, easy-to-navigate format.
Core Competencies in Breastfeeding Care and Services for All Health Professionals
United States Breastfeeding Committee
Guideline and framework to integrate evidence-based breastfeeding knowledge, skills, and attitudes into standard health care delivery practices.
Loving Support© Makes Breastfeeding Work
USDA. WIC Works Resource System.
Breastfeeding promotion and support materials including initiatives and training that support peer counseling, building breastfeeding friendly communities and partnering with WIC for breastfeeding success.
WIC Breastfeeding Support Infographic
National WIC Association.
Educational tool to show how WIC plays an important role in improving breastfeeding rates across the nation.
Breast Pumps: Don't Be Misled - Get the Facts
DHHS. Food and Drug Administration.
Information for new mothers on choosing a breast pump and how to keep it clean and working properly.
Joint Commission Campaign Helps Support and Prepare Mothers to Successfully Breastfeed
The Joint Commission.
New brochure covers preparation before baby arrives, at the hospital and finding support when baby and mom go home