Content Information
The Breastfeeding Peer Counseling (BFPC) Resources tab located on the secure WIC local agency web portal is intended to give easy access to resources that will be useful to local WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counseling staff. This site is organized by three subtitles: Meeting notes/Minutes, Documents/Education, and Program Activities. If you have any questions or would like to recommend an item be added to the BFPC Resources, please contact the state Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Coordinator.
Meeting Notes & Agendas
Agendas, notes and minutes for BFPC Coordinators and Peer Counselors.
Meeting Agendas
- Will be posted soon.
BFPC Meetings Notes
Reference Documents & Education
Documents
Breastfeeding Peer Counselors document client contacts and education, utilizing various functions within the Focus data system used in Iowa. Below are some resources to assist with the navigation of this system, and other helpful documents.
- BFPC Navigation of Focus Tutorial Resource provided by the Johnson County Public Health Department
- Peer Counselor Focus Screens
- Allowable Costs for Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Programs
Education
- USDA WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program Document
- Containing general information on the BFPC program
- Compassion Fatigue Handout
- Tip Sheet: Tips for Supporting Survivors with Reduced Energy
- Wellness During Chronic Stress
- Self- Compassion and Mindfulness
- WIC Breastfeeding Data Local Agency Reports
- Iowa Breastfeeding Strategic Plan 2023-2026
Program Activities
USDA WIC Breastfeeding Award of Excellence
The USDA WIC Breastfeeding Award of Excellence Program recognizes and celebrates local WIC agencies that provide exemplary breastfeeding programs and support services. These awards are presented in 3 levels of Gold Award, Gold Premiere Award (mid-level) and Gold Elite Award (highest level). The Iowa BFPC program is pleased to have local agencies receive these awards in recognition of the outstanding support that they are giving to WIC breastfeeding moms.
2023 Gold Awardees
2022 Gold & Premiere Awardees
- Operation Threshold – Premiere Award
- American Home Finding – Gold Award
- Webster County Health Dept – Gold Award