Month: <span>November 2017</span>

WIC Participation and Breastfeeding Among White and Black Mothers: Data from Mississippi

WIC participation was negatively associated with breastfeeding initiation among whites but not blacks. WIC participation was not associated with breastfeeding duration for women of either race.

A Model for Breastfeeding Support: Think Arkansas WIC

Arkansas implemented a breastfeeding program including counseling, webinars, texting and other supports

WIC Breastfeeding Policy Inventory

The report provides a census of breastfeeding policies and practices at State agencies (SAs) and local WIC agencies (LAs).

The Impact of a WIC Breastfeeding Clinic on Breastfeeding Duration: A Descriptive Study

Study findings showed that 68% of women in the clinic breastfed greater than 6 months. The earlier the age of first visit to the clinic, the more likely the woman was to report that the Lactation Foundation influenced her confidence to breastfeed.

Position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: Promoting and Supporting Breastfeeding

Exclusive breastfeeding until 6 months and complementary foods with breastfeeding until one year provide optimal health

The Effectiveness of Combined Appointments on Influenza Immunization Rates in a Rural WIC Population

Offering immunizations at the time of WIC appointments may increase overall rates of childhood immunizations in rural environments

Exploring the Potential for Technology-Based Nutrition Education Among WIC Recipients in Remote Alaska Native Communities

Technology based information may work in this population, especially if targeting the entire household and younger family members. However, they should limit the amount of cellular data used to participate which is costly in Alaska.

Household Food Insecurity and Dietary Patterns in Rural and Urban American Indian Families with Young Children

A high prevalence of food insecurity was determined (61%) and was associated with American Indian ethnicity, lower educational level, single adult households, WIC participation, and urban settings (p = 0.05).

Characteristics Associated with Breastfeeding Behaviors Among Urban Versus Rural Women Enrolled in the Kansas WIC Program

About 74 % of all WIC mothers initiated breastfeeding. Urban women who were Hispanic, aged 18-19, high school graduates, household income >$10,000/year, and started early prenatal care were more likely to breastfeed. Urban and rural women who were non-Hispanic black with some high school education were less likely to breastfeed.

Breastfeeding Barriers and Support in a Rural Setting

Gaps in hospital and community breastfeeding support were observed in the emerging themes: lack of realistic information about the breastfeeding experience, breastfeeding time constraint, and lack of continued support.

Month: November 2017