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🫛 Peas are the WIC-approved food of the month! Peas are packed with health benefits, and they’re a highly versatile kitc...
05/29/2026

🫛 Peas are the WIC-approved food of the month! Peas are packed with health benefits, and they’re a highly versatile kitchen staple that can be eaten raw, steamed, boiled, roasted, or pan-fried 💪
Peas are packed with antioxidants that help build your immune system. They also contain carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, which can protect your eyes from chronic diseases! 👀 Peas are also a great source of protein and fiber, helping your body break down carbohydrates and manage your blood sugar! 🌟
This month, try incorporating peas in your family's diet. You can even experiment with different methods of cooking them. Let us know your favorite way! 💭

Alt text: Three snap peas with one opened pea pod, on a white background with header text that reads, ”WIC approved food of the month: Peas.”

If you or your child has a food allergy, intolerance, or other adverse reaction to certain foods, WIC staff can customiz...
05/27/2026

If you or your child has a food allergy, intolerance, or other adverse reaction to certain foods, WIC staff can customize your food package to fit your needs. That means more choices, fewer worries, and better support for your family’s nutritional health! 🍽️💜
To learn more about WIC and connect with a clinic near you, visit www.signupwic.com.
For food allergy resources, visit https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/resources/food-allergies.

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Did you know? Your baby’s skin can play a role in whether they develop a food allergy! Even before your baby is introduc...
05/25/2026

Did you know? Your baby’s skin can play a role in whether they develop a food allergy! Even before your baby is introduced to solids and new foods, they can still still come into direct contact with food allergens through their skin. If this happens regularly, it may increase their chances of developing an allergy to that particular food.
Studies show that while eating an allergen early can protect your baby from that food allergy, but if that same food touches their skin regularly, it can actually raise the risk of an allergy.
So how can you do to help protect your baby’s skin? We suggest: Wash your hands after eating, especially if the food you ate is a common allergen. Then wash your hands again before touching your baby’s skin, such as during diaper changes or when putting on lotions or creams.

To learn more about this and other food allergy topics, visit www.fampitfamily.org.

Alt text: Two bullet points of information on a light purple background with the header, “How to help protect your baby’s skin from allergens.” The first bullet says, “Wash your hands after eating - especially if the food you ate is a common allergen” The second bullet says, “Wash your hands again before touching your baby’s skin - like during diaper changes or when putting on lotions or creams.”

Did you know there’s something you can do to help prevent your baby from developing food allergies? Evidence shows that ...
05/22/2026

Did you know there’s something you can do to help prevent your baby from developing food allergies? Evidence shows that introducing of major food allergens early can significantly lower the risk of food allergies among children. 💡
You can introduce safely food allergens at the same time you start to offer other solid foods to your baby by taking steps like:
🔹 Paying attention to timing: Start offering food allergens to your baby when they are developmentally ready, around 4 to 6 months, when other solids are introduced.
🔹 Avoiding choking risks: Baby’s first foods should always be in baby friendly forms.
🔹 Being consistent: Any progress is a great start! The key is to be consistent and gradually increase the amount of each allergen they eat.
🔹 Offering lots of variety: While you don’t want to offer two new foods in the same meal, giving your baby a chance to try lots of different foods over time helps them experience different flavors, textures, and nutrients.
🔹 Keeping your healthcare and WIC team in the loop: Talk to your healthcare team and WIC clinic staff about food allergies early, even at your 1- or 3-month appointments or at WIC check-ins! They are here to support you with your feeding plans.
For more information on introducing allergens to your child’s diet, visit www.fampitfamily.org/early-allergen-introduction.

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common food allergens in baby friendly forms, from 4 months to 11 months of age, reduces the
risk of developing a food allergy!”

Just like during pregnancy, eating healthy and nutrient-dense foods while breastfeeding or pumping is important! WIC off...
05/21/2026

Just like during pregnancy, eating healthy and nutrient-dense foods while breastfeeding or pumping is important! WIC offers specialized food packages for parents who are breastfeeding or combo-feeding their child up to 12 months old. 🥗🥑🍳
Your local WIC clinic may also provide breastfeeding and pumping supplies, and many parents can access free lactation support from peer counselors and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs).
Learn more about what WIC can support you on your breastfeeding journey: https://signupwic.com/news/get-started-wic

Alt text: A mother making silly faces while breastfeeding her toddler, who is lying down in her lap, looking up at her. The mother is also holding a smartphone in her hands.

May is Food Allergy Awareness Month 🗓️ It’s the perfect time to learn about food allergies in babies and toddlers and ho...
05/20/2026

May is Food Allergy Awareness Month 🗓️ It’s the perfect time to learn about food allergies in babies and toddlers and how to manage them in everyday life! A food allergy happens when the immune system overreacts to a specific protein (an allergen) in a food, treating it like a threat. This can trigger symptoms ranging from mild to severe, also known as an “allergic reaction.” 🍞🥛🥜
To learn more, visit www.fampitfamily.org, a website with resources to help families navigate the early years of food allergies with confidence and ease!

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May is Month! 💗At WIC, we are proud to provide compassionate care and health resources. We are here to support you, an...
05/18/2026

May is Month! 💗At WIC, we are proud to provide compassionate care and health resources. We are here to support you, and we can help connect you with the resources you deserve! 🫂
Visit www.signupwic.com to connect with your local WIC clinic and learn more about the mental health resources available in your community. 🫶

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It’s Women’s Health Month! ❤️At WIC, we recognize the importance of taking care of your health and well-being. This mont...
05/15/2026

It’s Women’s Health Month! ❤️At WIC, we recognize the importance of taking care of your health and well-being. This month, we encourage you to learn more about prioritizing your health! Think about some ways you can think about your wellbeing:
🩺Schedule routine doctor visits and screenings.
🏃‍♀️Incorporate regular exercise into your daily routine!
🥗Maintain a balanced diet to ensure you get all the nutrients your body needs!
📣Raise awareness by educating yourself and the women around you.

All of us at WIC are here to help you be your healthiest self! 🩷Visit www.signupwic.com for more information. 🌟

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Did you know that foster children under age five are eligible for WIC, regardless of their foster parent(s) income? 💭Wit...
05/13/2026

Did you know that foster children under age five are eligible for WIC, regardless of their foster parent(s) income? 💭
With WIC, foster families have access to personalized nutrition education and healthy foods, plus healthcare referrals and information about additional support in your community! 💞
Learn more about how WIC can support your family and find a clinic near you at signupwic.com!

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It’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! 🌸At WIC, we’re honored to celebrate ...
05/11/2026

It’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! 🌸
At WIC, we’re honored to celebrate the diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of our communities.
We’re here for your family, every step of the way with culturally specific WIC food package options and recipes, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, referrals, and more!
Get started with WIC: www.signupwic.com 💖

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