Lake-Geauga WIC Program

08/24/2026

Moving is a part of life for many military families, and your WIC benefits can move with you. You can even set up benefits before your household goods arrive at your new home! 🏠

Many WIC offices are located on or near military bases, making it easier to get resources like breastfeeding support and nutritious foods. Did you know? 🤔 Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) and Overseas Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) are not counted when applying for WIC!

WIC is also available overseas through the WIC Overseas Program. Wherever you're stationed, support is within reach. Want to learn more about breastfeeding support for military families? Check out these blog posts from the Global Military Lactation Community: https://globalmilcom.org/blog

08/21/2026

The health benefits of breastfeeding are well-researched for baby and parent! 🤱
Data from the USDA show that breastfeeding support efforts helped increase the number of WIC families who chose to start breastfeeding to 70% in 2022. While there’s still work to do, let’s celebrate the wins and strive for even stronger breastfeeding support this and beyond! 💖
WIC is here to support your family from the moment you know you’re pregnant, up to your child’s fifth birthday! Read more: https://www.cbpp.org/blog/growing-share-of-infants-participating-in-wic-are-breastfed

08/19/2026

Corn and whole-wheat tortillas are a nutrient-dense and versatile kitchen staple, and also this month’s WIC-approved food! 🌟

Corn and whole-wheat tortillas are great sources of protein and fiber and can be incorporated in your family’s meals in countless ways! Try out some of these recipe ideas:

🌯Burritos and breakfast wraps: You can add your favorite veggies for extra flavor.
🍲Tortilla soup or casserole.
🍕Custom tortilla pizza: Use your tortilla as the “dough” and add your favorite toppings.

Use your WIC benefits to make healthy and delicious meals for your family! Learn more at www.signupwic.com/about 💜

08/18/2026

🌺 August 15–21 is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Breastfeeding Week – a time to uplift the unique cultural traditions, stories, and strengths of AANHPI families.

We honor parents, caregivers, and advocates who nourish their babies and communities through breastfeeding, often while navigating language, cultural, and systemic barriers.

We are proud to support AANHPI families through WIC that center care, equity, and belonging.

08/17/2026

As August comes to an end, squeeze in some final summer fun before your littles head back to school. 🎒 Here are some ideas to finish off your summer bucket list:

🏖️Get outside! Soak up the sun at your local beach or lake.
🛝Try out a new park and pack a picnic with WIC-approved foods!
🦖Too hot or rainy? Visit a museum!
🎥Find a new favorite on family movie night.

Let us know what your family’s favorite summer activity is! ⭐

08/14/2026

Did you know? 🤔Water is one of the most important nutrients for your body! 💧

Water makes up about 60% of the body and is needed for every single organ to function properly. Water also helps prevent dehydration and regulates your body temperature, which is so important during the hot summer months! ☀️Staying hydrated is especially important for little ones and those who are breastfeeding!

Want to learn more about important nutrients for you and your family? Visit signupwic.com to get started! 💙

08/12/2026

Whether it’s peer counseling, breastfeeding supplies, or connecting with lactation specialists, WIC is ready to help you meet your breastfeeding goals! 💕Hear what a WIC participant had to say about her experience with breastfeeding counseling:

“Honestly, it was hard for me. So, [my baby] wouldn’t latch, and that was really hard for me because I had no experience breastfeeding. I didn’t know what to do. That’s why I’m so grateful to [breastfeeding counselor] for everything she did for me.” - WIC Participant

At WIC, we are here to support you through every stage of your breastfeeding journey. ❤️Visit www.signupwic.com to learn more about WIC breastfeeding benefits and find a clinic near you. 🤱

We're dedicated to helping families live healthier lives. Learn more about the food, nutrition, breastfeeding support, and other benefits we offer.

08/12/2026

Breastfeeding can be overwhelming and physically demanding for a new mom, so it’s important to have her back! 💗Dads and partners play a huge role in breastfeeding success. And WIC is here to help you do so! Here are some tips to help support your breastfeeding partner:

🧹Lighten the chore load for your partner! Mom needs to focus on resting, healing, and nursing.
🥛Anticipate mom’s needs during feeding, like cleaning bottles and breast pumps and bringing her snacks and water!
👶Share baby duties! Make sure to handle non-feeding tasks like diapering and burping while mom rests.

Learn more about WIC’s breastfeeding support and education. 🤱 Our certified lactation consultants and peer counselors are here to help! Get started by visiting www.signupwic.com! 💖

08/10/2026

It’s National Indigenous Milk Medicine Week! 🧡
This year’s theme is Unapologetically Indigenous: Love, Landback, and Liberation.
Indigenous Milk Medicine Week celebrates breastfeeding as a traditional sacred practice that has healed and strengthened Indigenous families for generations. 🤱🏽 Breastfeeding is more than medicine; it's about family, culture, and tradition.

Join the celebration with !
🔗: https://www.indigenousmilkmedicinecollective.org/milkmedi...

08/07/2026

Celebrate WIC Breastfeeding Week with us! 💖We’re here to nurture your breastfeeding journey with personalized support designed for you and your family, this and beyond!

WIC offers a range of support services for breastfeeding families, including lactation experts like International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs), breastfeeding peer support specialists, breast pumps and supplies, nutritious foods, and more.

Getting started with and find a clinic near you: https://signupwic.com/find-a-clinic