Colorado WIC

Dealing with oversupply?

Sometimes our bodies make more milk than our baby needs. While that may sound like a good thing, oversupply can actually cause challenges—like a fast letdown that makes baby cough, gasp, or pop on and off the breast.
Here are some simple ways to help slow the flow and bring relief for both of you:

💟 Soften the breast before feeding — use gentle massage or hand expression for 1-2 minutes to release the first strong rush of milk. Express the smallest amount needed so your body doesn’t get the signal to make more.
💟 Soothe discomfort — a cold compress can help reduce swelling and fullness.
💟 Try laid-back breastfeeding — reclining or feeding while lying down lets baby control the flow and take breaks when needed.
💟 Let baby lead the feed — think of the first breast as the “meal” and the second as “dessert.” Baby may only want one side — and that’s perfectly okay! Pump the other side only if truly needed for comfort.
💟 Still struggling? A lactation specialist may recommend block feeding to reduce supply, but only do this with guidance.

Most parents see improvements in a day or two, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Reach out to your WIC office to speak to a lactation specialist for support. Find your WIC clinic's contact information on our website at ColoradoWIC.gov/find-wic-clinic

WIC supports families of all kinds. Everyone deserves access to nutritious foods, breastfeeding support, health care referrals, and more. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum, or caring for a child under 5—your family may qualify for WIC! 💖

Getting started with WIC is worth it. Visit ColoradoWIC.gov to learn more and get connected!

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En WIC, apoyamos a familias de todos los tipos. Todos merecen acceso a alimentos nutritivos, apoyo para la lactancia, derivaciones médicas y mucho más. Si está embarazada, en período de lactancia, en el posparto o a cargo de un niño menor de 5 años, ¡su familia puede calificar para el WIC! 💖

Vale la pena comenzar con WIC. Visite ColoradoWIC.gov/es/ para obtener más información y conectarse.

We have approved a new farmstand to accept WIC! 🛍️
There are 445 WIC-authorized stores and farmstands in Colorado.
Our newest farmer, Switch Gears Farm (), is located at

City Park Farmers’ Market
2551 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80206
Saturday 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
May - October

Lafayette Farmers’ Market
100 N Public Road
Lafayette, CO 80026
Sunday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
May - October

Find more about our WIC Farmers near you at Coloradowic.gov/wic-authorized-farmers

It’s Women’s Health Month! ❤️At WIC, we recognize the importance of taking care of your health and well-being. This month, we encourage you to learn more about prioritizing your health! Think about some ways you can think about your wellbeing:

🩺Schedule routine doctor visits and screenings.
🏃‍♀️Incorporate regular exercise into your daily routine!
🥗Maintain a balanced diet to ensure you get all the nutrients your body needs!
📣Raise awareness by educating yourself and the women around you.

All of us at WIC are here to help you be your healthiest self! 🩷Visit ColoradoWIC.gov for more information. 🌟

Did you know that can help answer your questions, offer support and advice from lactation specialists, and provide pumping tools, if needed, to support your breastfeeding journey? 💗

Get started by visiting ColoradoWIC.gov/find-wic-clinic to find a clinic near you! 🌟

Wondering where all your little’s energy comes from? It's likely that it’s Vitamin B7 fueling your family! ⚡

Vitamin B7, also known as Biotin, supports the metabolism processes turning carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, into energy! Vitamin B7 dense foods include eggs and dairy products, fish, and produce like bananas and broccoli. 🥚🐟🍌🥦

At WIC, we are here to help you and your family learn about and access nutritious foods! Connect with your local WIC agency and learn more by visiting ColoradoWIC.gov/find-wic-clinic to get started. 💞

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month. Did you know that foster children under age five are automatically eligible for WIC?

Through WIC, they have access to personalized nutrition benefits like healthy foods, plus health care and other social program referrals.

Learn more about how WIC can support your family at ColoradoWIC.gov

Spring is here! 🦋The sunny, warm weather is a great opportunity to spend some time outside with your family! ☀️

🪻Stroll your neighborhood or local garden to see some of the blooming flowers.
🌱Start your own garden with flowers or produce.
🧺Pack your own picnic and explore a new park or playground.

Wishing you a season filled with sunshine and fresh blooms! 🌸
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¡La primavera ya está aquí! 🦋 El clima cálido y soleado es una excelente oportunidad para pasar tiempo al aire libre con su familia. ☀️

🪻Dé un paseo por su barrio o visite un jardín local para ver flores en plena floración.
🌱Cultive su propio jardín con flores o vegetales.
🧺Prepare un picnic y explore un parque o un área de juegos nuevos.

Le deseamos una temporada llena de sol y flores frescas. 🌸

Omega-3 fatty acids are a great way of supporting heart health and can be found in many WIC-approved foods! You can find them in:

🐟Canned fish like salmon and tuna.
🍳Eggs and soy products like tofu.
🥑Brussels sprouts and avocados.

Omega-3 fats have also been shown to be important during pregnancy, as they are important building blocks of the fetal brain and retina. These foods can help reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure, and support eye health! 💕

Talk to your local WIC staff to learn more about nutrition and how WIC can support your family. Visit ColoradoWIC.gov for more information.
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Los ácidos grasos omega-3 son una manera excelente de fortalecer la salud del corazón y se encuentran en muchos alimentos aprobados por WIC. Puedes encontrarlos en:

🐟Pescados enlatados, como salmón y atún
🍳Huevos y productos de soya, como el tofu
🥑Coles de Bruselas y aguacates

Se ha demostrado que los omega-3 son especialmente importantes durante el embarazo, ya que contribuyen al desarrollo del cerebro y la retina del feto. También ayudan a reducir la inflamación, disminuir la presión arterial y favorecer la salud ocular. 💕

Habla con el personal local de WIC para aprender más sobre nutrición y cómo WIC puede acompañar a tu familia. Visita ColoradoWIC.gov/es/ para obtener más información.

World Immunization Week is April 24-30! 🩹This week, we celebrate the ways that vaccines can protect the health of both your family and community! ❤️

Immunizations are vital for protecting your child from diseases, and for training their immune system! 💪Timely vaccination is key—health care experts recommend a range of vaccines from 2-18 months.

💉Check out the American Academy of Pediatrics suggested timeline for immunizations https://publications.aap.org/redbook/resources/15585/AAP-Immunization-Schedule.
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La semana mundial de la inmunización se celebra del 24 al 30 de abril. 🩹Durante esta semana, celebramos cómo las vacunas protegen la salud de su familia y su comunidad. ❤️

Las vacunas son esenciales para proteger a su hijo contra enfermedades y fortalecer su sistema inmunitario. 💪La vacunación oportuna es clave, los profesionales de la salud recomiendan un calendario de vacunación de los 2 a los 18 meses.

💉Consulte el calendario de vacunación recomendado por la Academia Estadounidense de Pediatría https://publications.aap.org/redbook/resources/15585/AAP-Immunization-Schedule.