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Get tips on healthy eating for breastfeeding and how to breastfeed. Find guides to breastfeeding and sources of breastfeeding support.
Use this tool to check if you are eligible for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, which provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and supplemental foods to low-income pregnant or breastfeeding women. Also available in Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Haitian Creole, Korean, Russian, Somali, and Vietnamese.
View this fact sheet with nutrition tips for breastfeeding moms.
Make safe, nutritious food and beverage choices during pregnancy and while breastfeeding to keep you and your baby healthy.
The WIC Breastfeeding Support campaign is designed to connect new moms with helpful resources and support.
Provides tips on food safety when caring for infants and children.
Learn about the benefits of breastfeeding. Also find information on recommendations, weaning, nutrition, and more.
Learn about taking care of bone health and special considerations during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Find information about breastfeeding recommendations, common concerns, and more, including Overcoming Breastfeeding Problems.
Find tips and suggestions to help you successfully breastfeed.
Some health problems can make it harder for babies to breastfeed. But breastmilk provides the healthy start your baby needs, which is even more important if your baby is premature or sick.
Many breastfeeding moms have questions. Do you need to avoid certain foods? Will physical activity affect how much breastmilk you make? Learn the answers to these questions and more.
Find information about the benefits of breastfeeding for African American women and their families.
Do you have a question about breastfeeding or women's health? Call this free helpline to speak with a women's health information specialist and breastfeeding peer counselor.
Find information and support for breastfeeding.
Find resources on introducing foods to your baby, including tips on baby led weaning and starting complimentary foods.
A nutritious, balanced diet helps you stay energetic and make plenty of milk for your baby. Find tips on healthy eating while breastfeeding, foods to avoid, and signs your baby may be sensitive to your diet.