Fall River WIC Nutrition Program

08/19/2024

I’m hoping that this is just common sense…

08/19/2024

08/19/2024

08/16/2024

Simple snacks are where it's at! Here's some ideas to make this back-to-busy season a little easier on you:
- Apple, Grape & Cheese Kabobs: Skewer apple cubes, grapes & cheese for a colorful and kid-friendly snack! 🍏🍇🧀
- Cinnamon Apple & Pear Chips: Crispy, sweet & spiced just right—these homemade chips are the perfect crunchy treat! 🍎🍐
- Apple or Pear Yogurt Parfait: Layer soft, cinnamon-spiced apples or pears over yogurt for a creamy, comforting snack. 🍯🥄
- Nut Butter Apple Slices: Top apple slices with your favorite nut butter & a mix of tasty toppings. 🥜🍫
- Caramel Dip With Apple Slices: Slice, dip & enjoy this simple yet irresistible treat! 🍏

Get even more apple & pear snack ideas at the link in bio.

08/16/2024

08/16/2024

Tamed a tantrum? Nailed naptime? Tell us about a time you won at parenting!

08/15/2024

Need an easy and healthy frozen treat for your kids? Mix or blend your WIC yogurt with your favorite chopped summer fruit and pour into popsicle molds or a paper cup with popsicle stick in the middle. Freeze overnight and they are ready to go! https://ow.ly/L1va50SNl68

08/15/2024

National Smile Week is celebrated the second week of August to promote dental health. Here are some tips to keep your beautiful smile healthy!

- Brush your teeth twice daily for 2 minutes with fluoride toothpaste.
- Clean between your teeth daily because it is as important as brushing
- Eat a healthy diet that limits sugar
- See your dentist regularly
- Stay hydrated
- Drink water with fluoride
- Don't use to***co of any kind
- Avoid oral piercings

In addition to these healthy tips, we encourage everyone to make an effort to smile more this week! Smiling is contagious!

08/14/2024

It’s normal to feel fullness in your breasts in the early days of breastfeeding. This is because your breasts are gearing up to make plenty of milk and there is an increase in the amount of blood flowing to your breasts, so they may feel tender and warm. If you start to feel engorged, be sure to reach out to your South Central WIC Peer Counselor, Felicia or health care provider for help right away. https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/engorgement

08/14/2024

08/13/2024

🎉 Join us for the 2nd Annual Block Party Palooza at HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc.! 🎈

📅 Date: Saturday, August 17
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Location: HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc.

✨ Free entry for everyone! 🎟️ Enjoy FREE school supplies 🖍️📚, backpacks 🎒, music 🎶, face painting 🎨, and delicious treats 🍧🍓🌽.

Plus, meet our amazing community partners! 🤝

Come for the fun, stay for the memories! 💚

08/13/2024

🇺🇸 If you know someone who plans to vote, but doesn’t speak English, they’re covered under voter accessibility laws.

Explore the voter’s guide that’s available in 11 languages. Find information about everything from registering to to casting a ballot. https://hubs.ly/Q02F0k6N0

08/13/2024

🎉 Congratulations to Katie and Joao! 🎉

We are thrilled to recognize and celebrate the dedication of two outstanding team members.

Katie has been honored with a 5-Year Service Award for her time with HealthFirst (8️years of committed service with WIC total)

Joao is also being celebrated for 15 remarkable years with HealthFirst (3️ years with the WIC program)

A big congratulations as well to all the recipients from other departments!

🎊 Your hard work and commitment to our mission and the communities we serve is truly appreciated! 🌟

08/13/2024

08/13/2024

Drowning happens quickly and quietly. Designate a responsible adult to watch children closely and constantly when they are in or near water. Avoid distracting activities like reading, using the phone, and consuming alcohol or drugs.

Get more tips: https://bit.ly/3nQ7E4O

08/13/2024

As summer starts to wind down, it's the perfect time to fire up the grill! Keep it fun and safe this August with these grilling safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Check out their recommendations to ensure a safe cookout for you and your loved ones. nfpa.org/grilling

08/13/2024

Laundry Love Fall River is a program that helps low income and no income individuals and families get their laundry washed and dried for free. The program operates twice a month at two laundromats:

- Star Laundromat at 529 Quarry Street on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.
- Kam's Laundromat at 415 Second Street on the last Wednesday of the month.

08/12/2024

Using WIC-approved items, we created healthy meals/sides with the zucchini from our race. 🍽️😊💜

08/12/2024

Saturday's weather looks great for our 2nd Annual BlockParty Palooza!
Stop by between 10:00am-12:00pm to pick up your FREE backpack and school supplies, meet with local Community Partners and enjoy different activities!
Thank you Bristol County Savings Bank and Tufts Health Plan for your support of this event!

08/12/2024

August is National Breastfeeding Month! 🤱🏽 This year's theme is Nourish, Sustain, Thrive

Find out how you can get involved in : https://bit.ly/3PUR38w

08/12/2024

WIC can help your family get healthy foods. WIC foods include fruits and vegetables, whole grains, milk, eggs, bread, cereal, juice, peanut butter, soy milk, tofu and more! Remember WIC welcomes working families, military families, partners, grandparents, foster parents, or guardians who care for eligible children under 5! Sign up today! https://ow.ly/2AV250P5iUy

08/12/2024

🍲 Cooking with Crockpots 🍲

Join us on 8/28 from 4 to 6 PM at HealthFirst!

Each family will receive a crockpot, recipes, cooking supplies, and ingredients for 1-2 meals.

Registration Required- Space is Limited

To register, 📲 scan the QR code, email, or call.

Or visit: https://forms.gle/prR9utzzRTuA2dzk9

08/12/2024

Please join Massachusetts WIC in celebrating the 6th year of Indigenous Milk Medicine Week! This year’s theme is “"Mind, Body, Milk Medicine.” This speaks to the vital connection between well-being, mental health, and milk medicine. To learn more visit: https://www.indigenousmilkmedicinecollective.org/about

08/09/2024

Get the kiddos involved! Setting up a make your own smoothie station is a fun way to chat about different fruits & veggies and get kids excited to . Use a mix of fresh, in-season produce, frozen produce & canned fruit in your setup.

08/08/2024

Last week the Fall River WIC Program celebrated World Breastfeeding Week! Thank you to those who attended and congratulations on your breastfeeding journey! We would also like to thank everyone who made it happen! Tufts Health Plan, The Trustees - South Coast, Mosaic Wellness Boutique, Newyorkbagel - Fall River, Nasiff Fruit Company, Greater Fall River Healthy Families. We appreciate your help and support! Happy breastfeeding week!