Breastfeeding
Grays Harbor County Public Health & Social Services Department
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Help is available for breast/chestfeeding mothers.
We can answer questions and provide support for breastfeeding mothers.
WIC participants have access to two International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) and a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor.
Carmela Lopez, IBCLC is available for in-person and phone appointments for clients that speak English and Spanish.
Kimberly McLaury, IBCLC is available for in-person visits and phone appointments.
Kristin Weddle is a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor and is available for phone appointments to support breastfeeding parents and answer breastfeeding questions.
What are some of the health benefits of breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding protects babies from infections and illnesses, including diarrhea, ear infections and pneumonia.
Breastfed babies are less likely to develop asthma.
Children who are breastfed for six months are less likely to become obese.
Breastfeeding reduces the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Mothers who breastfeed have a decreased risk of breast and ovarian cancers.
Information for Parents and Families
Meet Your Breastfeeding Peer Counselor!
Hello Grays Harbor Community,
My name is Kristin Weddle, and I am the WIC Peer Breast/Chestfeeding Counselor for Grays Harbor County Public Health.
My breastfeeding journey began with the birth of my son in June of 2021. We faced many challenges and hurdles on our path to successful breastfeeding. My intention is to use my knowledge, experience, and training to help support and empower families in meeting their own infant feeding goals. Lactation is a superpower!