8/12/2020 Pennsylvania’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) breastfeeding support services have been the catalyst for increased breastfeeding rates across the nation over the last several decades as nearly half of the infants born in the U.S. participate in WIC. Both new and experienced mothers alike depend on WIC to help navigate the challenges of breastfeeding step by step and celebrate their success stories. National Breastfeeding Month is a campaign to raise awareness in our communities of breastfeeding and its numerous benefits.

This year’s theme, Many Voices United, is a timeless reminder that we’re stronger when we work together to accomplish change. Breastfeeding women can thrive in a community that is supportive and provides adequate access to lactation care. PA WIC not only provides breastfeeding support but strives to normalize this infant feeding option by creating a breastfeeding-friendly environment and encouraging local businesses to do the same. PA WIC has fostered a mutually beneficial relationship with the goal of positive change.  

Also celebrated during National Breastfeeding Month is World Breastfeeding Week from August 1-7 to advocate for breastfeeding globally and Black Breastfeeding Week from August 25-31 to honor the diverse breastfeeding experiences of African American women in the U.S. and to raise awareness and help bridge the gap of racial disparities seen in breastfeeding rates.   

Join Home Nursing Agency WIC Program in celebrating National Breastfeeding Month – together, we can “cultivate a landscape” that normalizes and supports breastfeeding for all women! WIC agencies across the Commonwealth are offering a variety of socially distanced celebrations during August in recognition of National Breastfeeding Month. 

WIC has been offering participant-centered nutrition education, healthy foods and breastfeeding support, as well as serving as a gateway for preventive health for over 40 years. It is considered one of the most successful, cost-effective and important nutrition intervention programs in the country. Home Nursing Agency operates WIC in Blair and Centre Counties, and there are openings for new families in both areas. Appointments are being conducted by phone at this time. For more information about WIC, visit pawic.com or call local Blair County at 814-943-0481, Centre County at 814-234-8621 or 1-800-WIC-WINS.    

PA WIC is funded by the USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.