Breastfeeding is the most natural, healthy, and loving gift a mother can give to her baby. District Health Department No. 4’s Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program provides breastfeeding education, encouragement and support to pregnant and breastfeeding women and their infants. Peer Counselors are women who live in the community and have breastfed their own baby.  They are available for questions by phone, one-on-one education in the WIC office, support groups and virtually!   

Peer Counselor Information

What does a Peer Counselor Do?

• Provides 24/7 Breastfeeding Supplies
• Listens to you
• Gives basic breastfeeding information
• Contacts you during your pregnancy to answer your questions
• Offers help and support after your baby is born
• Builds your confidence
• Encourages you when things don’t go as planned

Our breastfeeding peer counselors can assist all mothers with:

• What to expect when feeding their babies.
• Making plenty of breastmilk.
• Getting support from their family and friends.
• Feeling comfortable breastfeeding in public.
• Continuing to breastfeed after returning to work or school.
• Advocating for Breastfeeding friendly workplaces
• Assists with breast pump needs through our WIC program