A few days ago someone asked for materials to use for training and
     working with Peer Counselor Programs in the WIC Program.  This is an
     excellant way to provide breastfeeding support and  you will find that
     coordinating a peer support program one of the most worthwhile things
     you have ever done.

     There are Peer Counselor Program manuals available.  Several states
     have developed the, others are being developed and should be available
     sometime next year.  You might contact your State WIC Program
     Breastfeeding coordinator for information on how to locate a manual.
     You can e-mail me if you do not know how to contact your state
     coordinator.  Some of the locations that have manuals are: Utah,
     Washington DC, Indiana, Illinois, South Carolina, Buffalo, NY,
     Mississippi.  These are just a few states.  The LLL has useful
     materials for developing support groups and for training leaders also.
      And, Unicef and WHO have developed materials and a training
     curriculum to use with lay people.

     Good luck with your peer counselor work!  It really is a great way to
     promote and provide support and encouragement for women to breastfeed,
     in a culture and society that is so hostile towards breastfeeding.
     Gladys Mason