A BFPC: gives basic breastfeeding information and support to new mothers, helps mothers achieve their own breastfeeding goals, contacts mothers during their pregnancy and while breastfeeding, and refers non-WIC mothers to other community breastfeeding resources (if they are not eligible for WIC).

• About 60% more likely to suffer from ear infections
• About 40% more likely to get type 1 diabetes
• About 40% more likely to get type 2 diabetes as an adult
• About 25% more likely to become overweight or obese
• About 30% more likely to suffer from leukemia
• About 25% more likely to be hospitalized for respiratory diseases like pneumonia or asthma
• About 200% more likely to have diarrhea

• Free breastfeeding classes are available to all WIC families
• Hospital grade breastpumps are available (for a small refundable deposit) to those who fit certain criteria
• Medela hand pumps are given to breastfeeding mothers who need to pump occasionally
• Mothers who are exclusively breastfeeding recieve extra food on their WIC package
• For a limited time, babies who are exclusively breastfeeding receive a free infant T-shirt
• 24 hour breastfeeding support line
• Referrals to appropriate staff or outside resources