The Loving Support Through Peer Counseling Program is funded by the United State Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Services and was developed by Best Start, Inc.

This site is intended to provide information on breastfeeding for WIC participants throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Choose a link to the left to learn more about our programs and for general breastfeeding information.

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or retaliation.

If you require this information in alternative format (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.), contact the USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (Voice or TDD).

If you require information about this program, activity or facility in a language other than English, contact the USDA agency responsible for the program or activity, or any USDA office.

To file a complaint alleging discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call, toll free, (866) 632-9992 (Voice). TDD users can contact USDA through local relay or the Federal Relay at (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866) 377-8642 (relay voice users). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

All materials and information provided are for educational purposes only. As individual situations vary, we strongly recommend that you consult your physician, lactation consultant, or other healthcare provider to discuss the options presented on this website.