Public Health encourages breastfeeding for all babies. Breastfeeding is best for:

• Bonding
• Baby’s digestion
• Reducing allergies
• Mom’s health
• Growth
• Development
• Baby’s brain development

Learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding.

Getting started
Successful breastfeeding requires accurate information and support. To get started view our tips for successful breastfeeding (PDF) or contact a breastfeeding peer counselor.

Breastfeeding peer counselors
Peer counselors help WIC mothers with common concerns like getting baby comfortably positioned and latched, returning to work or school, learning how to breastfeed in public, and dealing with unsupportive family members. Peer counselors are WIC moms too, and they understand the breastfeeding challenges that women may face. Counselors are available 7 days a week, and may be contacted at (360) 397-8040.

For more help

• Clark County
  • Breastfeeding helpline – (360) 297-8050
  • Breastfeeding peer counselors – (360) 397-8040
  • Maternity Support Services – (360) 397-8440 ext. 8255
  • WIC Program – (360) 397-8459
• Kaiser Permanente – (360) 571-3017
• LaLeche League – (360) 514-6773
• Legacy Salmon Creek – (360) 487-4050
• Nursing Mothers Council – (360) 750-0656
• Southwest Washington Medical Center – (360) 514-4027