Hand expression is your superpower! 🦸🏽♀️
It can help bring in milk, ease fullness, and support your baby while they learn to feed. Try it after birth, before feeds, or anytime things feel uncomfortable.
1 in 5 new moms experience perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), yet many struggle in silence. If you’re feeling exhausted, hopeless, or not like yourself, it isn’t your fault—and you're not alone.
WIC connects you with mental health resources, and provides nutrition guidance and compassionate care to parents before, during, and after pregnancy. We’re here for you 💜
Did you know that WIC can help answer your questions, offer support and advice from lactation specialists, and provide pumping tools, if needed, to support your breastfeeding journey? 💜
May is National Preeclampsia Awareness Month. Preeclampsia is high blood pressure during pregnancy. It can occur in any pregnancy and can be harmful to mom and baby. EVERY pregnant woman needs to know the signs and symptoms of preeclampsia.
A good latch can make all the difference! 🤱🏽
Look for a wide-open mouth, lips flanged out, and baby’s chin touching the breast. Tip: Bring baby to breast, not breast to baby. It may take some time to get baby to latch. Remember to be patient and keep trying 💜
Children need to take care of their mental health, too! 💜
Here are some of our favorite ways to help kids relax or wind down:
🧚♀️ Play pretend
🖍 Draw
📖 Read a book
Looking for a quick, delicious, and budget-friendly meal or side dish? A colorful, veggie-packed salad is the perfect choice! 🥗 Whether you're using pantry staples or fresh produce, salads are a great way to fuel your body with vitamins and flavor.
Try these easy tips for a tasty salad:
✅ Mix textures – Add crunchy nuts, creamy avocado, or crispy veggies.
✅ Boost protein – Toss in beans, tuna or salmon, hard-boiled eggs, or cheese.
✅ Get creative with dressings – Try lemon & olive oil, yogurt-based, or a simple balsamic drizzle.
💚 WIC-approved ingredients like leafy greens, carrots, cucumbers, beans, and more can help you whip up a nutritious meal in minutes!
What’s your favorite salad combo?
Nichole and Auntie Ging are here to tell you about the ultimate WIC shopping hack... the WIC shopping app! Now you can plan, check your benefits, and shop confidently 📱
Stress affects our body, mind, and spirit. One of our favorite ways to manage stress is preparing and enjoying traditional foods! It’s more than nourishment, it’s a way to slow down, connect with culture, and ease stress.
Next time you’re feeling stressed, we encourage you to cook a favorite family or traditional recipe, eat it mindfully and savor each bite, and take a few quiet moments outside with mother earth 😌
April 25 is Women’s Wellness Day. Take some time today to prioritize yourself by:
💜 Scheduling a well-woman exam
💜 Staying hydrated
💜 Moving your body for 10 minutes
💜 Connecting with your spirit
Grab a blanket and head outside… it’s National Picnic Day!
WIC foods can make picnic planning easy and healthy for the whole family. Try packing a few simple favorites:
🍓 Fresh fruit like strawberries or oranges
🥕 Crunchy veggies
🧀 Cheese or yogurt
🥪 Whole grain sandwiches
