WIC York County, Maine

WIC York County, Maine The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program serves pregnant women, infants, and children from birth to age 5.

WIC offers one-on-one health and nutrition counseling and breastfeeding support. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

At WIC, we know that screen time and digital devices are a big concern for families. 👪 The American Academy of Pediatric...
06/11/2026

At WIC, we know that screen time and digital devices are a big concern for families. 👪 The American Academy of Pediatrics has recently updated its recommended guidelines on digital media to prevent potentially harmful effects on your family's health, safety, and well-being! 📱The AAP suggests several recommendations to support your family’s healthy use of technology:

✅Create a family technology plan and set boundaries on digital media.
✅Delay use of personal tablets.
✅Watch and play alongside your children to monitor digital content.
✅Use parental controls.

Check out the full article from the AAP, which provides even more recommendations and resources, such as a “Phone Ready questionnaire” and sample conversation starters about media: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/helping-kids-thrive-in-a-digital-world-AAP-policy-explained.aspx

Carbohydrates are one of the most important nutrients for your body! Carbs are the body’s main fuel source, breaking dow...
06/09/2026

Carbohydrates are one of the most important nutrients for your body! Carbs are the body’s main fuel source, breaking down the energy your little one needs to grow and play! 🏃 You can get carbohydrates from a wide variety of nutritious foods like rice, oats, pasta products, and potatoes.

Want more nutrition insights for your family or recipes to make with your family’s grocery favorites? WIC is ready to help!

Learn more about healthy eating or connect with a WIC dietitian by visiting bit.ly/49vWMLN!💓

Smoothies are both delicious and nutritious summer treats! ✨ ️ Learn how to make your own smoothies using your family’s ...
06/05/2026

Smoothies are both delicious and nutritious summer treats! ✨ ️ Learn how to make your own smoothies using your family’s favorite fruits and veggies with this recipe by the Minnesota WIC Program. You could even incorporate strawberries, the WIC-approved food of the month! 🍓Let us know your favorite smoothie flavor combinations! 💭

June brings summer’s sweetest chapter: strawberry season! 🍓Strawberries are the WIC-approved food of the month! Strawber...
06/03/2026

June brings summer’s sweetest chapter: strawberry season! 🍓Strawberries are the WIC-approved food of the month!

Strawberries are filled with antioxidants and vitamins, including vitamin C, which helps support your immune system! These berries can also improve both heart health and blood sugar, making them a great healthy snack. 🫶 Strawberries are also super versatile—try including them in smoothies, salads, desserts, or homemade jams!

Warm weather ✅ Fresh, in-season fruit for your berry-loving toddler ✅ Using your WIC fruit and vegetable benefits to boo...
06/01/2026

Warm weather ✅ Fresh, in-season fruit for your berry-loving toddler ✅ Using your WIC fruit and vegetable benefits to boost your produce budget ✅

Learn more about the latest WIC food package updates that allow for more flexibility and personalized options to fit your family’s needs: https://signupwic.com/news/wic-101-food-benefits-nutrition

Just like during pregnancy, eating healthy and nutrient-dense foods while breastfeeding or pumping is important! WIC off...
05/28/2026

Just like during pregnancy, eating healthy and nutrient-dense foods while breastfeeding or pumping is important! WIC offers specialized food packages for parents who are breastfeeding or combo-feeding their child up to 12 months old. 🥗🥑🍳

Your local WIC clinic may also provide breastfeeding and pumping supplies, and many parents can access free lactation support from peer counselors and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs).

Learn more about what WIC can support you on your breastfeeding journey: bit.ly/49vWMLN

Did you know? Your baby’s skin can play a role in whether they develop a food allergy! Even before your baby is introduc...
05/26/2026

Did you know? Your baby’s skin can play a role in whether they develop a food allergy! Even before your baby is introduced to solids and new foods, they can still still come into direct contact with food allergens through their skin. If this happens regularly, it may increase their chances of developing an allergy to that particular food.

Studies show that while eating an allergen early can protect your baby from that food allergy, but if that same food touches their skin regularly, it can actually raise the risk of an allergy.

So how can you do to help protect your baby’s skin? We suggest: Wash your hands after eating, especially if the food you ate is a common allergen. Then wash your hands again before touching your baby’s skin, such as during diaper changes or when putting on lotions or creams.

To learn more about this and other food allergy topics, visit www.fampitfamily.org.

🫛 Peas are the WIC-approved food of the month! Peas are packed with health benefits, and they’re a highly versatile kitc...
05/22/2026

🫛 Peas are the WIC-approved food of the month! Peas are packed with health benefits, and they’re a highly versatile kitchen staple that can be eaten raw, steamed, boiled, roasted, or pan-fried 💪

Peas are packed with antioxidants that help build your immune system. They also contain carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, which can protect your eyes from chronic diseases! 👀 Peas are also a great source of protein and fiber, helping your body break down carbohydrates and manage your blood sugar! 🌟

This month, try incorporating peas in your family's diet. You can even experiment with different methods of cooking them. Let us know your favorite way! 💭

If you or your child has a food allergy, intolerance, or other adverse reaction to certain foods, WIC staff can customiz...
05/20/2026

If you or your child has a food allergy, intolerance, or other adverse reaction to certain foods, WIC staff can customize your food package to fit your needs. That means more choices, fewer worries, and better support for your family’s nutritional health! 🍽️💜

To learn more about WIC and connect with a clinic near you, visit bit.ly/49vWMLN.

For food allergy resources, visit https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/resources/food-allergies.

May is Month! 💗At WIC, we are proud to provide compassionate care and health resources. We are here to support you, an...
05/18/2026

May is Month! 💗At WIC, we are proud to provide compassionate care and health resources. We are here to support you, and we can help connect you with the resources you deserve! 🫂

Visit bit.ly/49vWMLN to connect with your local WIC clinic and learn more about the mental health resources available in your community. 🫶

Address

6 Spruce Street
Sanford, ME
04073

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 2pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+12074592942

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