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

Auglaize County WIC

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A special supplemental food program for pregnant and postpartum women, breastfeeding women, infants, and children.

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-other comments that Auglaize WIC Program director deems inappropriate. Violations of Auglaize County WIC Program's comment policy may cause the author to be blocked from all of Auglaize County grantee pages. Information posted on any of our social media platforms should not beconsidered medical advice and should not replace consultation with a healhtcare professional including an International Board Certified Lactation Consultatnt for breastfeeding issues or a Register, Licensed Dietitian for nutrition questions. Auglaize County WIC Program will make reasonable efforts to monitor and/or moderate content posted on its social media platforms; however, we may not always respond in as timely a manner to online requests for information as you might require. For more immediate attention call the Auglaize County WIC Program at 419-738-3410. By submitting content to Auglaize County WIC Program's page, you understand and acknowledge that this information is available to the public. Please note that other participants may use posed information beyond the control of the Auglaize County WIC Program. If you do not wish to have the information you have made available via this site used, published, copied, and/or reprinted, please do not post on this page.

10/12/2026

In honor of Columbus Day, the Auglaize County Health Department will be closed today, October 12th.

We will be open during normal office hours on Tuesday, October 13th, 2026.

Image: A Columbus Day graphic featuring an American flag across the back of the image. A person holding a picture frame that reads, "HAPPY COLUMBUS DAY" in red and navy blue lettering. A sailboat and a map in the lower left corner. The Auglaize County Health Department logo also appears in the lower left corner.

10/08/2026

One of the best nutrients for your immune system is ! Selenium is critical for protecting your cells and fighting off infection and illness.🥊 Luckily, selenium is found in a wide variety of foods, such as:

🌾Whole-grain items like oatmeal, pasta, and rice

🥚Dairy products like eggs and yogurt, milk, and cheese

🫘 Dried or canned beans, lentils, and peas

10/02/2026

October is Dental Hygiene Month! Keeping up with your little one's oral care is critical for supporting their overall health! 🦷 Set a strong example for your family by modeling habits that take care of your teeth! 🪥

Looking for ways to make brushing your teeth fun? Check out this blog with a few tips to have fun while keeping up with your family’s oral hygiene!

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/oral-health/Pages/let-the-brushing-games-begin.aspx

09/29/2026

Join us for Little Feet Meet, an indoor play group for parents, caregivers, and young children. Pregnant mothers, new parents, and breastfeeding families are welcome to enjoy playtime, connect with other families, share experiences, and build supportive relationships in a fun, family-friendly environment.

Non-slip socks are required. You may bring your own or purchase a pair at One Small Sprout Playhouse.

10:00 am - 11:00 am

November 9th - One Small Sprout Playhouse- Wapakoneta
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February 8th - One Small Sprout Playhouse- Wapakoneta

One Small Sprout Playhouse is located at 815 Defiance St, Wapakoneta, OH 45895

Image: Children playing together while their caregivers talk and connect in the background. There is large blue font in the upper right corner of the image that reads, "LITTLE FEET MEET". The Auglaize County Health Department and the Department of Health, Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC) logos are in the lower right corner.

09/28/2026

September 28th is National Family Day! 👩🏾‍🍼👶🏼👨🏽‍🍼National Family Day reminds us of the importance of building connections and creating long-lasting memories for all members of the family. 💟Spend time today connecting with your family and strengthening your bonds. Here are some ideas for celebrating with your loved ones:

🍴 Cook a meal together! Explore and spend time tasting a new recipe.

🃏 Play a game together. Whether it’s a board game or cards, have fun family game time!

🖼️ Explore family photos! Help your littles identify family members and memories by looking back at some of your favorite photos.

09/24/2026

Did you know? 🤔 offers a wide variety of breastfeeding support services for you! 🤱 Whether it’s guidance from breastfeeding peers, support from lactation consultants, or access to breastfeeding supplies, WIC is here to help.

Want to learn more about how WIC can help you on your breastfeeding journey? Visit signupwic.com to find a clinic near you! 🫶

09/21/2026

At WIC, we know how important it is to incorporate fruits and vegetables into your family’s diet! Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber that help the growth of your littles. 💪Luckily, there are so many creative ways of incorporating fruits and veggies into your meals! Here are a few tips to easily include fruits and vegetables in your little one’s diet.

🍇Keep fruit and veggie snacks easily accessible. Keep a bowl of washed grapes or baby carrots in the fridge for kids to grab when they're hungry!

🍕Use fruits and veggies as toppings for kid-friendly dishes like pizza, pasta, or yogurt parfaits.

🍝Sneak veggies into favorite dishes! Try blending them into smoothies, sauces, or batter.

Have any tips for adding fruits and veggies into meals? Let us know in the comments below!

09/18/2026

This month’s WIC-Approved Food is green beans! Green beans are incredibly nutrient-dense in Vitamins C and K, helping support both bone health and the immune system! 🌟

Green beans are also super versatile and can be incorporated into your family’s meals in many ways! Try boiling, steaming, roasting, or sautéing to find your favorite way to enjoy them. 🍳

09/15/2026

Vitamin B9 (or folate/folic acid) is a critical nutrient for pregnancy and infancy! 🤰Vitamin B9 helps support cell growth for expecting and breastfeeding mothers and infants! 👶Here are some of the ways Vitamin B9 will aid you and your baby during pregnancy and postpartum:

🧬 Supports the formation of DNA, helping your baby’s development and growth!

🩸 Helps your body make healthy red blood cells.

🧠 Drastically reduces the likelihood of neurological defects for your baby.

Want more tips on nutritious eating during pregnancy and postpartum? Connect with a local WIC dietitian. We’re here to help you and your baby stay healthy and strong! 🫶www.signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

09/14/2026

Reminder🚨: Help Me Grow is hosting an event today from 10-11AM at the Wapak YMCA. Come connect and get support while learning about the local resources which are available to you!

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Wapakoneta, OH

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

(419) 738-7428

Website

http://auglaizehealth.org/

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