Every year, ITCA WIC local agencies highlight the importance of promoting, protecting and supporting breastfeeding by celebrating National Breastfeeding Month during the month of August.
ITCA WIC plays an important role in the promotion and support of breastfeeding on many of the Tribal Lands throughout Arizona. Breastfeeding is a team effort! When fathers, partners, families, hospitals, workplaces and communities support nursing moms, breastfeeding improves. This year, ITCA WIC will be celebrating National Breastfeeding Month by encouraging clients to participate in a virtual Latch On event on Friday, August 9, 2024. On August 9, families are encouraged to post their favorite nursing picture, “brelfie” (breastfeeding selfie) and/or their breastfeeding story on ITCA WIC’s Facebook post or on Instagram with the hashtag #ITCAWICBreastfeeds.
ITCA WIC is proud to support breastfeeding and we are excited to share a variety of events around the state in honor of Breastfeeding Month! Check out all the opportunities to get involved below:
Hopi WIC
Events:
August 20, 2024: Breastfeeding (BF) drive-through for BF mothers
August 21, 2024: BF outreach at the Hopi Tribal program in Kykotsmovi
August 21, 2024: BF Month and WIC program information airing on Kuyi radio (PSA)
August 28, 2024: BF outreach and informational booth at HHCC for general HHCC and tribal staff housed at HHCC. The theme will be everyone working together to support breastfeeding
August 29, 2024: BF booth at TCRHCC with healthcare BF partners. This is an invitation to showcase the Hopi WIC program and its services. Information on breastfeeding will be available.
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community WIC
Event: “Closing the Gap – Support for All” Breastfeeding Month Event
Date and Time: Thursday, August 15, 2024 from 5 to 7 pm
Location: River People Health Center Lobby
Come learn about breastfeeding and other programs to keep your family well. Discover resources and support for new and expecting mothers, ensuring every family has the tools to thrive.
Questions call: (480) 362-7300 or email WIC@SRPMIC-NSN.GOV
Gila River Indian Community WIC
Event: Breastfeeding Celebration Luncheon
Date and Time: Friday, August 9, 2024, 11am – 1 pm
Location: GRIC WIC Office
This is an invitation only luncheon celebrating GRIC WIC breastfeeding moms. Please RSVP. Fun games and lunch will be provided. For more information contact (520) 562-9698.
Tohono O’odham Nation WIC
Event: Breastfeeding Month Information Booth
Dates: Friday, August 2, 2024, 9am – 12pm (Bashas Plaza) & Monday, August 5, 2024, 2 – 5pm (San Xavier)
Location: Bashas Plaza and San Xavier District – Community Building
Breastfeeding and car seat information and resources will be available.
Native Health WIC
Event: Breastfeeding Information Booth (and goodies)!
Date and Time: Thursday, August 15, 2024 from 9am – 3pm
Location: Native Health central location
Information about breastfeeding will be provided along with treats.
Pascua Yaqui Tribe WIC
Event: National Breastfeeding Month Carnival
Date and Time: Friday, August 9, 2024, 4 – 7pm
Location: Pascua Yaqui Health and Social Services Family Center
This event is open to the entire community. It is a celebration designed to bring the community together to foster connections, provide valuable resources to enhance community well-being, and most importantly, support breastfeeding in our community. The event will feature fun activities from various programs, food, music, prizes, and more.
WIC clients should contact their local WIC clinic for more information about any National Breastfeeding Month events.
2024 National Breastfeeding Month Weekly Observances
Week 1 (August 1-7): World Breastfeeding Week & National WIC Breastfeeding Week
Week 2 (August 8-14): Indigenous Milk Medicine Week
Week 3 (August 15-21): Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week
Week 4 (August 25-31): Black Breastfeeding Week
Week 5 (September 1-7): Workplace Lactation Week
Week 6 (September 3-9): Semana de La Lactancia Latina