WIC Peer Counselors are Here to Help You!
WIC peer counselors are moms just like you who support you with your breastfeeding journey. Watch this short video to learn more.
Although breastfeeding is natural, most moms and babies need practice learning how to do it. It's normal to have lots of questions about breastfeeding and to need some help. Getting answers to your questions during pregnancy and in the early days after birth can help you get the best start with breastfeeding.
WIC's Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program offers wonderful mother-to-mother support to WIC clients in over 100 Washington communities.
WIC peer counselors:
- Are WIC moms who have breastfed their babies.
- Have special training in breastfeeding support.
- Are available outside normal WIC hours and on weekends.
- Answer breastfeeding questions and offer support.
- Refer moms to breastfeeding experts for situations that call for additional help.
What Moms Say About Their WIC Peer Counselors
- “She helped me so much! This is my second baby and no one helped me with my first one. My peer counselor really made a difference for me by providing help and support.”
- “She was very informative and gave me the right information for building up my milk supply before returning to work. I feel so good about continuing to breastfeed even though I'm working.”
- “My baby didn't even latch-on or eat right until I saw the counselor. She was a big blessing and very helpful.”
- “Any time I have a question, she is always there to help me. I really like her. Talking with her is like talking with an old friend.”
- “I wasn't enjoying breastfeeding. After spending some time with my peer counselor and calling her, I love breastfeeding my baby and the special bond we share.”
- “You can see trained peer counselors for free; one of things I love about being on WIC is that I get free access to trained breastfeeding peer counselors.”
Is a Peer Counselor Right For You?
Do you want to learn more about having a peer counselor or becoming one? Contact the WIC clinic nearest you, or visit USDA loving support.