Benzie-Leelanau WIC Breastfeeding Support

10/12/2025

For all you SUPERMOMS!

10/12/2025

HOT TOPIC: BREAST COMPRESSION

Breast compression is a way of gently squeezing the breast during a breastfeed to put pressure on the milk glands causing them to release more milk and increase milk flow.

Breast compression is a way of gently squeezing the breast during a breastfeed to put pressure on the milk glands

09/12/2025

Just a friendly reminder...

09/12/2025

HOT TOPIC: ENGORGEMENT

A common challenge for breastfeeding parents is when their breasts become overly full of milk, also known as engorgement. This can be uncomfortable for the parent and make it challenging for baby to latch properly. Don't worry, though! Most parents find relief with these tips:​

🤱 Breastfeed first from the engorged breast.​
🤱 Put a warm, moist washcloth on your breasts to encourage milk flow.​
🤱 Gently massage your breasts before and during feeding.​
🤱 Hand express or pump a little milk before nursing.​
🤱 Put cold compresses on your breasts between feedings.​

Learn more about engorgement at wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/engorgement

08/12/2025

Never thaw or heat breast milk in a microwave. Microwaving can destroy nutrients in breast milk and create hot spots, which can burn a baby's mouth. For more info, visit:
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03/12/2025

The Baby Pantry at St. Philip's Episcopal Church-Beulah, MI is open on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month. Their next pantry day is this Saturday, December 6th, from 10-3pm.

Curbside Pick-up Order Form: https://stphilipsbeulah.org/curbside-pick-up-order-form/

03/12/2025

NOTICE: The Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department (WIC) will be closed for our Annual Staff Meeting tomorrow, December 4th, 2025.

03/12/2025

Traveling just got easier for breastfeeding families. We are so thrilled to share that the BABES Enhancement Act was signed into law!

02/12/2025

This article examines how milk production works and how to use this information to increase breast milk.

With the right information and support, most breastfeeding mothers will make plenty of breast milk and their babies will be

01/12/2025

HOT TOPIC: RSV

RSV is a very common virus and for most kids, it just causes cold symptoms. But, RSV can cause more severe breathing issues in some children. If a child’s rib cage is “caving in” and forming an upside-down “V” shape under their neck like the baby in this video ( https://fb.watch/gyzlkRam8F/ ), they are working too hard to breathe and you should call your pediatrician. Learn more about RSV from AAP’s parenting website Healthy Children: http://ow.ly/LhG950Ln0eS

26/11/2025

It's okay to set boundaries this holiday season. Playing "pass the baby" can lead to a shut-down newborn and/or an overwhelmed, irritated baby. It can also disrupt breastfeeding. You have the option to decline if it makes you or your baby uncomfortable. Babywearing is a fantastic way to keep your baby close!

26/11/2025

The Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department (WIC) will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, in observance of Thanksgiving Day.