Breastfeeding Support
The Ohio WIC program promotes breastfeeding as normal and natural infant feeding.  Ohio WIC also teaches mothers how to breastfeed and overcome problems.  Marion County WIC has Certified Lactation Counselors(CLC) and breastfeeding peer helpers for additional support.

Why?
All major health professional associations including the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend breastmilk over artificial baby food.
*   The mission of the WIC program is to improve the health status and prevent health problems among Ohio's at-risk women, infants, and children.
WIC Related Links

Ohio WIC Program
http://www.odh.ohio.gov/odhPrograms/ns/wicn/wic1.aspx

WIC Nutrition on the net
www.wichealth.org

WIC Works
http://www.nal.usda.gov/wicworks/index.html

American Dietetic Association
http://www.eatright.org/

Kelly Mom
http://www.kellymom.com

Breastfeeding
http://www.breastfeeding.com

Women's Health - Breastfeeding
http://www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding

Le Leche League of the United States – Breastfeeding support group
http://www.llli.org/WebUS.html

National Breastfeeding Helpline 1-800-994-9662 (TDD 1-888-220-5446)

The information provided on these websites may not be written by a physician or healthcare provider. Always consult your health care provider or lactation consultant before making decisions regarding your individual situation.

To find an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in your area go to www.ohio-olca.org 

In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).  USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.