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Breastfeeding Program / Lactancia
WIC values and supports breastfeeding as the normal way to feed a baby. We have an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant on staff. Education and support by one of our Breastfeed Peer Counselors is available at all our health centers.
Our breastfeeding services include:
- English and Spanish Breastfeeding Classes
- Breast Pumps:
- WIC offers a breast pump program to assist qualifying mothers in meeting their breastfeeding goals. Need a Breast Pump? ¿Necesita un Extractor de Leche?
- In office Breastfeeding help and latch assistance
- Breastfeeding Line- at 727-824-6997 - 9am-9pm. 7 days a week.
- If you are a WIC client Breastfeeding and having trouble latching or having pain, call us and we can help.
- Please Call the WIC Breastfeeding Team and we can help you over the phone or in person!
- Breastfeeding Resources in Pinellas County:
English | Spanish - Online Breastfeeding Resources:
English | Spanish
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