Marie and Fernando’s WIC Story
“I don’t know how I would have bought these foods without WIC, since I haven’t been able to work. They gave us formula, baby food and whole grains.” Marie and Fernando have been in the United States with their kids Bryan (1) and Marc (7) for almost 3 years. When their youngest son was born, […]
Tips for Getting Enough Physical Activity
Regular physical activity is good for your physical and mental well-being. Although we all know that, it can be hard to keep up a regular exercise routine. It’s normal to have questions, like: Recommended Amount of Activity The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends different levels of activity for different age groups. For […]
Berry Bread Pudding – WIC Recipe
This delicious, nutritious Berry Bread Pudding can be created using your WIC benefits.
Breastfeeding FAQ
It’s normal to have a lot of questions during your breastfeeding journey. Here are some tips to help you get breastfeeding off to a good start. You can also find answers to questions that may come up as your baby grows.
It’s always a great idea to reach out to your WIC counselor or Breastfeeding Peer Counselor when you have a question. We would love to talk to you and give personalized breastfeeding support.
#BreastfeedingIsInvited. Yes, even to your holiday parties.
Breastfeeding during the holidays can be hard, especially when balancing a new environment, schedule, and family members who aren’t typically around for your daily routine. Read more for tips on how to make breastfeeding during the holidays a little easier.
Lifelong Friends for Mom & Baby
When Angela enrolled in the Black Infant Health program, she didn’t realize the impact it would have on her as well as her unborn baby. Read about her experience here.
Portion Distortion
When it comes to losing weight and keeping it off long term, portion sizes are key. Read more for tips on how to control the size of your portions.
Pumping Breastmilk at Work
Pumping breastmilk at work for months on end is not always easy. Here’s one mom’s story on why it’s worth it.
Let’s go on a Play Date!
How do you plan the perfect play date? Help from another mom – especially when you have just moved to a new city – can mean the world.
Make Eating a Healthy Part of a Child’s Life
How do you make sure your child eats healthy foods? A WIC registered dietician shares her mom’s tips on how to make it a habit.