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Food, Feelings, and Your Child’s Health | How Nutrition Affects Mood
August 19, 2026
Children

Food, Feelings, and Your Child’s Health | How Nutrition Affects Mood

Food, Feelings, and Your Child’s Health Have you ever noticed your child seems tired, cranky, or full of energy depending on what they’ve eaten? Food does more than help children grow. It also helps support their mood, learning, and overall health. The foods your child eats can affect how they feel, think, and play each […]

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Cluster Feeding Explained | WIC Breastfeeding Support
August 12, 2026
Women

Cluster Feeding Explained | WIC Breastfeeding Support

Cluster Feeding: Why Your Baby Wants to Nurse So Often If it feels like your baby wants to breastfeed all the time, you’re not alone. Many new parents worry that frequent feeding means something is wrong or that their baby isn’t getting enough milk. The good news is that this behavior is usually completely normal. […]

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Rainbow Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips | Healthy Family Snack Recipe
August 5, 2026
Recipes

Rainbow Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips | Healthy Family Snack Recipe

Rainbow Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips Not a fan of traditional tomato salsa? Give this sweet and colorful fruit version a try! Rainbow Fruit Salsa is packed with vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber. It makes a fun snack, side dish, or healthy dessert. Fruit Salad Ingredients 1 cup strawberries, fresh or frozen, chopped 1 […]

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Breastfeeding Support Available Through WIC | Pumps, Peer Counselors & More
July 29, 2026
Women

Breastfeeding Support Available Through WIC | Pumps, Peer Counselors & More

Knowing when your baby is hungry, and when they are full, can help feeding feel easier and less stressful. Newborns usually eat 8 to 12 times each day, so learning your baby’s cues is important. Instead of feeding on a strict schedule, it’s best to feed your baby when they show signs of hunger.

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The Benefits of Family Meals for Kids and Parents
July 22, 2026
General /Family

The Benefits of Family Meals for Kids and Parents

The Benefits of Eating Meals Together as a Family Think about your family meals for a moment. How often does your family sit down and eat together? Is the TV on? Is everyone rushing to finish and move on to the next activity? Life can often feel very busy. Work, school, sports, appointments, and screens […]

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Simple Child Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know
July 15, 2026
Children

Simple Child Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know

Simple Ways to Help Keep Your Child Safe Keeping young children safe can feel like a full-time job. Babies and toddlers are naturally curious. They love to climb, explore, grab, and taste everything around them. While bumps and bruises are a normal part of growing up, many serious injuries can be prevented with a few […]

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How Partners Can Support Breastfeeding
July 8, 2026
Women

How Partners Can Support Breastfeeding

Knowing when your baby is hungry, and when they are full, can help feeding feel easier and less stressful. Newborns usually eat 8 to 12 times each day, so learning your baby’s cues is important. Instead of feeding on a strict schedule, it’s best to feed your baby when they show signs of hunger.

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Healthy Red, White, and Blue Snacks for Kids
July 1, 2026
Recipes

Healthy Red, White, and Blue Snacks for Kids

Red, White, and Blue Snacks Kids Will Love This July 4th July 4th is a fun time to celebrate with family, friends, and yummy food. But holiday snacks don’t have to be full of sugar to feel special. With a few colorful fruits and simple ingredients, you can make fun treats your kids will be […]

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Common Breastfeeding Challenges and Simple Solutions for Parents
June 24, 2026
Women

Common Breastfeeding Challenges and Simple Solutions for Parents

Welcoming a new baby comes with lots of learning moments, and for many families, pumping breast milk is one of them. Whether you’re pumping by choice, returning to work, managing a medical need, or building a milk stash, pumping can help you continue providing your baby with your breast milk.

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Simple Meals with Canned Fish: Easy, Healthy & Budget-Friendly Ideas
June 17, 2026
Recipes

Simple Meals with Canned Fish: Easy, Healthy & Budget-Friendly Ideas

Simple Meals with Canned Fish Canned fish is a quick, easy, and affordable way to add healthy protein to your meals. Options like tuna, salmon, and sardines are packed with nutrients that help your family grow strong and stay healthy. If you’re short on time or cooking for a busy household, canned fish can be […]

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Paced Bottle-Feeding: How to Feed Your Baby the Right Way
June 10, 2026
Women

Paced Bottle-Feeding: How to Feed Your Baby the Right Way

Many parents worry if their baby is getting enough breastmilk. The good news is your baby will give you signs. Here are some simple ways to tell: Steady Weight Gain Most babies lose a little weight in the first few days after birth. After the first few days, your baby should start gaining about 5-7 ounces of weight per week.

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Infant Pacifiers: Benefits, Safety Tips, and When to Wean
June 3, 2026
Infant

Infant Pacifiers: Benefits, Safety Tips, and When to Wean

What Parents Should Know About Infant Pacifiers Paci, binky, nookie – whatever you choose to call it, pacifiers can be a helpful tool for soothing babies. Many parents have questions about when to use them, how to use them safely, and what to do when it’s time to stop. Why Do Babies Like Pacifiers? Babies […]

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SIDE-LYING HOLD

Side-Lying Hold

  1. For the right breast, lie on your right side with your baby facing you.
  2. Pull your baby close. Your baby’s mouth should be level with your nipple.
  3. In this position, you can cradle your baby’s back with your left arm and support yourself with your right arm and/or pillows.
  4. Keep loose clothing and bedding away from your baby.
  5. Reverse for the left breast.

This hold is useful when:

  • You had a C-section
  • You want to rest while baby feeds
  • You are breastfeeding in the middle of the night
  • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
CROSS-CRADLE HOLD

Cross-Cradle Hold

  1. For the right breast, use your left arm to hold your baby’s head at your right breast and baby’s body toward your left side. A pillow across your lap can help support your left arm.
  2. Gently place your left hand behind your baby’s ears and neck, with your thumb and index finger behind each ear and your palm between baby’s shoulder blades. Turn your baby’s body toward yours so your tummies are touching.
  3. Hold your breast as if you are squeezing a sandwich. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Instead, bring your baby to you.
  4. As your baby’s mouth opens, push gently with your left palm on baby’s head to help them latch on. Make sure you keep your fingers out of the way.
  5. Reverse for the left breast.

This hold is useful when:

  • Your baby is premature
  • Your baby has a weak suck
  • Your baby needs help to stay latched
  • Your baby needs extra head support
  • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
CLUTCH OR “FOOTBALL” HOLD

Clutch or “Football” Hold

  1. For the right breast, hold your baby level, facing up, at your right side.
  2. Put your baby’s head near your right nipple and support their back and legs under your right arm.
  3. Hold the base of your baby’s head with your right palm. A pillow underneath your right arm can help support your baby’s weight.
  4. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Bring baby to you instead.
  5. Reverse for the left breast.

This hold is useful when:

  • You had a C-section
  • You have large breasts
  • You have flat or inverted nipples
  • You have a strong milk let-down
  • You are breastfeeding twins
  • Your baby likes to feed in an upright position
  • Your baby has reflux
  • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
CRADLE HOLD

Cradle Hold

  1. For the right breast, cradle your baby with your right arm. Your baby will be on their left side across your lap, facing you at nipple level.
  2. Your baby’s head will rest on your right forearm with your baby’s back along your inner arm and palm.
  3. Turn your baby’s tummy toward your tummy. Your left hand is free to support your breast, if needed. Pillows can help support your arm and elbow.
  4. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Instead, bring your baby to you.
  5. Reverse for the left breast.

This hold is useful when:

  • Your baby needs help latching on
  • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
Laid-Back Hold

Laid-Back Hold

  1. Lean back on a pillow with your baby’s tummy touching yours and their head at breast level. Some moms find that sitting up nearly straight works well. Others prefer to lean back and lie almost flat.
  2. You can place your baby’s cheek near your breast, or you may want to use one hand to hold your breast near your baby. It’s up to you and what you think feels best.
  3. Your baby will naturally find your nipple, latch, and begin to suckle.

This hold is useful when:

  • Your baby is placed on your chest right after birth
  • You have a strong milk let-down
  • You have large breasts
  • You and your baby are comfortable in this position