Chenango County WIC Program - CAPCO

10/06/2025

We have merged into one page! All the information for both Cortland and Chenango Counties is now officially merged to allow us to better serve our communities. Make sure to follow the new page and stay up to date with all of our latest info!

CAPCO WIC Program - Cortland & Chenango Counties

08/05/2025

08/03/2025

Celebrate WIC Breastfeeding Week with us! 🌸🤱 This week and always, WIC is here to nurture your breastfeeding journey with personalized support designed just for you and your little one.
WIC offers a range of support services for breastfeeding families, including lactation experts, peer counselors, breast pumps and supplies, nutritious foods, and more!
Having support along the way makes breastfeeding easier, and WIC can help you on your journey.

07/31/2025

Fat is an essential part of a healthy diet—your body needs fats to work properly! Fats help your body absorb important vitamins, keep your cells strong, and even provide you with energy.
But not all fats are the same. Some fats are better for you than others. Try to focus on eating more healthy fats, like:
🥑 Unsaturated fats (found in foods like avocados, nuts, and seeds)
🐟 Omega-3 fatty acids (found in oily fish like salmon and trout)
These good fats help your heart, brain, and overall health. So go ahead and enjoy foods like almonds, olive oil, or a tasty piece of grilled fish—your body will thank you!
Want more tips on nutritious eating? Explore our other resources or talk to a WIC dietitian. We’re here to help you and your family stay healthy and strong! 💚

07/27/2025

Happy Parents' Day! 💖 Today, we celebrate the love, sacrifices, and endless dedication of parents everywhere. Whether you're a mom, dad, grandparent, guardian, or foster parent, your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.
Parenting isn’t always easy, but it’s one of the most important jobs in the world. Take a moment today to appreciate yourself. You’re doing great! ✨
And remember, WIC is here to support you. 💕

07/25/2025

💦 Stay safe around water this summer! Swimming is a fun way to cool off, but it’s important to stay safe around pools and open water. Drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children ages 1-4. It can happen in seconds, often silently, even when kids aren't supposed to be swimming.
Keep your family safe with these must-know tips:
👀 Active supervision is key. Always watch kids near water, even if it’s a small amount of water.
👙 Blue and green swimsuits blend in. Dress your child in bright, contrasting colors like red, pink, or orange so you can easily see them under water!
🏊🏾‍♀️ Teach kids to never swim alone, no matter their skill level.
🛟Learn CPR. It could mean the difference between life and death.
For more important tips to prevent drowning (even when it’s not swim time), check out this helpful resource from : https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/Pool-Dangers-Drowning-Prevention-When-Not-Swimming-Time.aspx

07/21/2025

While WIC is best known for nourishing growing families, we also care deeply about your emotional and mental well-being, especially during the postpartum period. 💙
Parenting is beautiful,— and sometimes realy tough. If you or someone you love could use extra support, WIC can help. We’re here for you, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally, too.

07/19/2025

🌞 Everyone, no matter your skin tone, needs sun protection! Harmful UV rays can damage the skin, increase the risk of cancer, and cause premature aging. Skin damage builds up over time, starting in childhood. That’s why daily protection matters, even for children!
Learn more about protecting yourself and your child with this resource from : https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sun-safety.html

07/18/2025

🍅 It’s Tomato Season! Tomatoes are at their peak right now—juicy, ripe, and bursting with flavor! Whether you slice them for a sandwich, toss them in a salad, or cook them into a sauce, fresh tomatoes add summertime flavor to every meal!
And don’t forget, you can use your WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits on tomatoes and more. Visit your local farmers market and use your WIC benefits to bring home fresh summer produce.

07/16/2025

Please be aware that the Sherburne WIC clinic will be closed today. All scheduled appointments will be completed remotely. Please call our Norwich office at 608-930-0001 with any immediate questions. Sorry for any inconvenience that this may cause!