WIC Program - Virginia Beach

12/23/2022

The Virginia Beach WIC Program will be closed from Friday 12/23 and will also be closed 12/26 in observance of the Christmas holiday. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday 12/27 at 7:30 am.

11/23/2022

The Virginia Beach WIC Program will be closing at noon on Wednesday 11/23 and will also be closed 11/24 and 11/25 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Normal hours will resume on Monday 11/28 at 7:30 am.

11/11/2022

The Virginia Beach WIC program will be closed tomorrow 11/11 to observe Veteran’s Day. All 4 offices will be available at their normal times-7:30-5 beginning Monday, 11/14.

04/23/2022

Family!!! Today we are at the VB Farmers Market for their Birthday Bash celebration!!! Come on out enjoy the music, food, and stop to see us! If you’re already on WIC but know someone who can benefit from our services, come stop by our table (in front of Tinker Treasures) we will be more than happy to help!

04/21/2022

Family!! Visit our booth at Celebrating Children on Saturday, April 30th from 8:30-12. The event will feature a FREE Family Fun Run, inflatables, live entertainment, community resources and more! Register to run at www.vbgrowsmart.com

03/29/2022

Family! It's okay to get out of your comfort zone, when it comes to food. Foods from around the world are healthy and delicious! Here are some examples of healthful menu items from global cultures and traditions: https://sm.eatright.org/globalfoods

See anything new you would like to try? Drop a comment below 👇 and let us know what new food you are willing to try!

03/15/2022

Family! Week 3, helpful tip for National Nutrition Month. Planning ahead can help save money and reduce mealtime stress! Follow these steps to plan and prepare meals that fit your preferences and lifestyle: What are some things you currently do to plan ahead? Drop a comment below! 👇
https://sm.eatright.org/mealplanning

03/14/2022

family!!! Do you have a child 0-3 years and want to begin building their brain? Our friends at Virginia Beach GrowSmart can help you do just that with LENA Start. Another session will begin March 22nd! Such a great way to invest in your child's future and its fun for both parents and child! Sign up today!

03/08/2022

Family! As we continue to celebrate National Nutrition Month, your favorite cultural foods can be part of a healthful eating plan!

Use these tips to choose foods that have vitamins, minerals, fiber and other important nutrients: https://sm.eatright.org/nutrichdiet

03/01/2022

Family!!! Hello MARCH 👋 It's time to celebrate National Nutrition Month! This year's theme is Celebrate a World of Flavors! Throughout March, embrace the foods and flavors of your heritage and other global cultures.

Learn more about : https://sm.eatright.org/NNMinfo

02/23/2022

Family!! I'm sure most of you are worried about the recent recall of Abbott powder formulas. In order to make sure you do not have any of the recalled formula, you can click this link to check the lot number: https://www.similacrecall.com/us/en/product-lookup.html
You can also look at the bottom of the container 👇if the bottom of the container. Products under recall have a multi-digit number on the bottom starting with the first two digits 22 through 37, contains K8, SH, or Z2 and with an expiration date of April 1, 2022, or after.

If you come across this problem, please contact us and we will work with you to see what other options we can offer. If you purchased the formula at a retailer, you can try to exchange the product for a non-recalled version of the same product (if available).

Any formula you have that has not been impacted by the recall is safe for your babies to consume.

01/28/2022

family!!! Do you have a child 0-3 years and want to begin building their brain? Our friends at Virginia Beach GrowSmart can help you do just that with LENA Start. Classes begin in February! Such a great way to invest in your child's future and its fun for both parents and child! Sign up today!

Calling all Virginia Beach parents of children ages 0 - 3 years! Virginia Beach GrowSmart is recruiting for our February LENA START sessions! Did you know Talk Builds Babies Brains?! LENA START empowers parents in their ability to support your child's healthy development. These classes are FREE and family friendly! Parents love the simple techniques, feedback reports, family friendly class style and take home materials to support their home language environment. Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation Virginia Beach Public Library Virginia Beach City Government

Our fall START classes saw a 96% graduation rate; as well as 38% increase in adult words and 34% increase in conversational turns. Children’s expressive and receptive language skills increased by 39% during the class. Learn more at: https://www.vbgrowsmart.com/lena-start

01/04/2022

family! Due to severe weather conditions, the Virginia Beach Department of Public Health is implementing a two hour delayed opening. All Virginia Beach WIC offices will reopen at 10am. If you have an appointment between the hours of 8-10am we will reach out to you once we are back in the office. We ask you remain patient as we try to get to everyone. Stay safe.

11/06/2021

Good morning family! We are here at the VB Farmers Market for their Fall Festival! Come on out and say hi while you’re here!

09/24/2021

family! Did you know nearly 75% of child safety seats are not installed properly?? Don't worry there is help to decrease this percentage! Please join our friends at ODU Police Department for their Free Child Safety Seat Check Event! Happening today at 10am. See below for more details!

09/13/2021

family!! Our friends at Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia will be hosting a Baby Clothing Closet on September 25th. If you are in need or know someone who is, please share this information!

09/10/2021

family! How has been taking advantage of the extra $35 (per program participant) you are receiving?!?!? ✋ If not, you still have time! Now that the kids are back to school, this increase could help you put more fruits and veggies in their lunch boxes.

08/19/2021

family! Are you taking advantage of the extra $35 (per program participant) you are receiving?!?!? If not, now is your time to do so. This could be a great help to save some money as you prepare for your children to go back to school!

08/06/2021

Family! Unfortunately, due to pending weather conditions for tomorrow, we have made the decision to reschedule the WBW celebration. The new date will be Sunday August 22 from 9:30am to 11:30am

08/03/2021

Family! Only 4 days left before our World Breastfeeding Week Celebration! We are looking forward to seeing all of our breastfeeding moms, for a time of fun and celebration!

07/29/2021

family August 1st begins National Farmers Market Week! Check out our friends at Farmers Market Coalition for updates. Also, check out our friends VB Farmers Market and shop our local farmers.

07/28/2021

Family!! Please join in a walking event to kick off National Breastfeeding Month on August 1, 2021, from 10:00 am - 11:00 am. For more information, see attached flyer.

06/16/2021

family!!! Today is the day!!! Registration for Virginia Beach GrowSmart family LENA Start summer classes begins today!!! These classes are FREE and for families with children ages 0-3 years old. Don't have any children that age? Pass along this wonderful information to someone who does! Contact them directly or reach out to us for information on how to complete the interest form.

02/04/2021

family. Looking for a way to stick to your New Year's Resolution of eating healthier?? Our friends at Virginia Cooperative Extension in Virginia Beach are there to help! Check out their Family Nutrition Program!

01/03/2021

family, Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Pembroke WIC office will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 4, 2021. If you had an appointment scheduled, it will be rescheduled for a later date. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 5, 2021.

12/15/2020

family, Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Pembroke WIC office will be closed today, Tuesday December 15th. If you had an appointment scheduled, a staff member will be reaching out to you to conduct that appointment. We will reopen on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. We do apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

08/18/2020

Are you looking for an affordable Head Start for your child? Our friends at Mile High Kids and Community Development Inc. currently have open registration. Just click on one of the links below to get started! 🙂📚🖍

MHK Head Start Application (English):
https://www.childplus.net/apply/en-us/63864D63EA8DDCFCC74B8C3A5F5546CC/B05DE88EA214A0BC818832A0A7400C26

MHK Head Start Application (Spanish):
https://www.childplus.net/apply/es/63864D63EA8DDCFCC74B8C3A5F5546CC/B05DE88EA214A0BC818832A0A7400C26

We're still accepting applications for the 2020-2021 School Year. 📚

To register, simply SCAN the code and APPLY!!!

08/11/2020

Family!!! Did you know August is month??! Here at WIC we always want to provide our families with the tools and knowledge to choose healthy when eating. Check out our friends at Eat Right Nutrition for some delicious healthy recipes the kids will be sure to LOVE!

07/31/2020

TODAY IS THE DAY!!!🎉🎉🎉 We begin our Virtual World Breastfeeding Celebration!!! Let's kick this celebration off by posting a selfie in support of breastfeeding. See below for instructions in how to participate! Big Latch On WABA World Breastfeeding Week

07/28/2020

talks about the upcoming World Breastfeeding Week! WABA World Breastfeeding Week

06/23/2020

🎉WIC TIP TUESDAYS 🎉

Charlotte Zeiders our Certified Lamaze Educator
Email: [email protected]
Charlotte Zeiders

Please remember to call your local WIC office to find out more information or to make an appointment!

All appointments are done remotely to ensure your safety during this time!

06/09/2020

06/02/2020

Fruit Ice Pops

WIC TIPS TUESDAY!!
Looking for a fun healthy snack for the kids during the upcoming summer days? Try using your fruit vegetable benefits you get on WIC to create Fruit Ice Pops. Check the recipe out here 👇
https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/fruit-ice-pops-recipe-2124327

Get Fruit Ice Pops Recipe from Food Network

05/14/2020

05/12/2020

Catch us for our virtual interview with Coast Live today at 10:30am....right after the weather!!!

05/05/2020

The King's Daughters Milk Bank at CHKD

05/05/2020

Don’t forget to tune in at 11AM for this week’s WIC TIP TUESDAY!!! 😃

04/28/2020

04/21/2020

if you missed our debut of "WIC Tips Tuesday" you can still watch the playback posted on the page!!! Make sure you join us next week for our Q&A session, same time, same place!