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HHSC highlights available resources during National Breastfeeding Month - Athens Daily Review
Texas HHSC (Google News) · August 8, 2026
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In honor of National Breastfeeding Month in August, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is highlighting resources available to families across the state. The Texas WIC program offers specialized support, including peer counselors and lactation consultants, to help mothers reach their feeding goals. Free resources like the 24/7 Texas Lactation Support Hotline are available to everyone, even those not enrolled in WIC. These services aim to provide trusted guidance and nutrition assistance to ensure children get a healthy start in life.
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Key takeaways
- Texas offers a free 24/7 Lactation Support Hotline at 855-550-6667 for all families regardless of WIC enrollment.
- WIC participants can access peer counselors, certified lactation consultants, and specialized nutrition counseling at local clinics.
- Women can apply for Texas WIC benefits as soon as they learn they are pregnant.
- Support services include breastfeeding information, nutrition education, and healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, and milk.
- Eligibility for WIC extends to fathers, foster parents, and other guardians caring for children under age five.
HHSC highlights available resources during National Breastfeeding Month Athens Daily Review
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