State of New Jersey
Department of Health
Governor Phil Murphy · Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver
Improving Health Through Leadership and Innovation
CLICK HERE TO FIND A WIC BREASTFEEDING COUNSELOR
- Breastfeeding peer counselors are moms in the community who have breastfed their own babies. They are trained to give support and information to moms like you.
- Lactation consultants are certified to address complex breastfeeding challenges such as low weight gain, low milk supply and persistent pain.
Click on a topic to learn more:
- Planning for your delivery
- How much milk your baby needs
- How milk is made
- Sore nipples
- Engorgement
- Steps and signs of a good latch
- Low milk supply
- Dealing with judgement
- Taking care of you
- Plugged ducts, mastitis and thrush
- Leave time benefits in New Jersey
Watch"Prenatal education video"
Topics Covered in WIC virtual prenatal breastfeeding support groups
- Tips on getting breastfeeding to a good start
- Setting a birthing plan
- What to expect at the hospital
- How to incorporate breastfeeding into your life
- What to do when breastfeeding isn't going well
- Finding a breastfeeding support community
- Breast pumps available through your insurance
- Get help selecting a good breast pump
- Talking to your family about breastfeeding
- Answers to your breastfeeding questions and more
- Click HERE to view FREE virtual community breastfeeding support groups in your area
