AB 2160 (Rodriguez) continues to move forward in the California Legislature, and the California WIC Association is proud to co-sponsor the...
Support AB 2160: Strengthening Breastfeeding Support for California Families
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California WIC Agencies Celebrate Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding Month!
In August, California WIC Local Agencies brought together community partners and families to celebrate and increase awareness about the...
Preserving Mayan Heritage: Native American Health Center’s Mission to Serve the Mam-Speaking Community
Mayra and Victornia are dedicated Native American Health Center (NAHC) WIC staff serving the indigenous Mam-speaking community in Oakland....
Achieving Breastfeeding Equity in California
The in-hospital support a mother receives before and after birth greatly impacts breastfeeding success. CWA and partners have developed reports and fact sheets each to highlight breastfeeding rates in California hospitals.
Increasing Breastfeeding in the Low Wage Worksite
When women return to work or school after childbirth, they need environmental and administrative support to continue breastfeeding successfully.
Lactation Support for Low-Wage Workers
Lactation accommodation is good for employers, employees, families, the economy, and society.
Nutrition and Breastfeeding Interventions Under Health Care Reform
New opportunities for WIC and public health to join efforts are available now and unfolding in the future.
WIC WORKS: Higher Breastfeeding Rates Can Reduce Obesity
Breast milk provides the perfect balance of nutrients tailored to the baby’s needs, promoting healthy growth and development.
WIC WORKS: Policy Changes Raise Breastfeeding Rates
By promoting and supporting exclusive breastfeeding, we can contribute to healthier families and communities, creating a brighter future for the next generation.
Making the Case for Breastfeeding: The Health Argument Isn’t Enough
Breastfeeding rates will never increase unless we ensure that institutions like hospitals and workplaces support breastfeeding.
Increasing Exclusive Breastfeeding in WIC: The Power of Peer Counseling
In this policy brief on preventing obesity in early childhood we present the need for and examples of peer counseling for breastfeeding mothers.
Reducing Obesity from the Start
Childhood obesity is an urgent health crisis in California. Read more in this brief.