Lafayette County WIC

09/04/2026

Do not eat, sell, or serve, recalled GreenWise-brand Organic Frozen Whole Blueberries or Whole Mixed berries. See the advisory for additional information. FDA’s investigation is ongoing. https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-e-coli-o145h28-frozen-blueberries-july-2026

09/01/2026

September 1-7 is Workplace Lactation Week. Does your workplace support your breastfeeding journey?

Encourage them to become a Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite! Visit the Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite page and fill out the application. https://health.mo.gov/families/healthy-families/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-friendly-worksite

08/31/2026

WIC will be closed 9/01/2026 from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. for staff meetings.

08/22/2026

When you use the "I couldn't buy this!" icon in the WICShopper app, it notifies the WIC state agency. We review all items submitted and work with stores to ensure WIC-approved foods are available to you!

08/21/2026

Happy AANHP Breastfeeding Week, August 15-21! This week is about uplifting stories and experiences of our Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities.
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08/18/2026

We have an exciting grant opportunity for local businesses!🎉
📢 Missouri Businesses: Get Funded to Support Working Moms! 🤱
The Missouri Breastfeeding Friendly Work Site Program is offering up to $500 per business to help you support employees returning to work.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding for up to two years or longer. When working moms return to the office, their needs are simple—and you can provide them.
This statewide initiative helps cover the costs of creating a supportive environment, boosting your retention rates and meeting legal requirements.
Funding Details:
Amount: Up to $500 per proposal.
Availability: Up to 10 proposals guaranteed (more considered if funds allow).
Example: Buying refrigerators, privacy locks, comfortable chairs, or sanitizing stations.

Who is Eligible?
Any Missouri business or work site is eligible. To qualify, you must submit a written breastfeeding support policy with your proposal. The policy must comply with the federal PUMP Act and Missouri law.
🗓️ Application Deadline: August 22, 2026
🔗 https://redcapdcphlinux.azurewebsites.net/redcap/surveys/?s=7F4PPXW4LXTDT3A3

Because of the many health benefits of breastfeeding, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends continued breastfeeding along with introducing appropriate complementary foods for up to 2 years of age or longer.

08/11/2026

Breastfeeding: It’s a health win for mom and family, too! 💖
While we often talk about how much breastfeeding benefits babies, the perks for moms and the whole household are great too.

08/11/2026

🎉 WE HAVE A WINNER! 🎉
Congratulations to Madison, the winner of our World Breastfeeding Month raffle! 👶✨
🕒 Prize Pickup Details:
When: Monday – Thursday
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 a.m.
Thank you so much to everyone who participated and supported! 🫶

08/09/2026

Come down to Second Sundays for freebies, popsicles, water, and meet our Breastfeeding Peer Counselor for a chance to enter into our Giveaway!

08/08/2026

Life happens, and breastfeeding is incredibly adaptable! For World Breastfeeding Week, we are highlighting that there is no “one size fits all” way to feed your baby. Missouri families are writing their stories as they go to make breastfeeding work for their unique lives.

Ways to stay flexible:
• Don’t compare: Every baby and every journey is different.
• Embrace change: It’s normal for things to shift as your baby grows.
• Seek solutions: If a challenge arises, reach out for support to find a new path.
• Trust yourself: You are the expert on your baby.

Tell us your story: Breastfeeding rarely goes exactly as planned! What is one way you’ve had to “go with the flow” or adapt your journey to make it work for your family? Share your experience in the comments to help inspire others!