Waukesha County WIC

06/06/2026

🌿🪲 Quick reminder after time outdoors: do a tick check!

Before you head inside, take a few minutes to check yourself, your children, your pets, and your gear. Ticks can be tiny, some are as small as a sesame seed and easy to miss.

Simple habits that help protect your family:
✅ Do a full-body tick check after being outside
✅ Check clothes, shoes, backpacks, and gear
✅ Shower within 2 hours of coming indoors when possible
✅ Dry clothes on high heat for 10+ minutes
✅ Use EPA-registered insect repellent and wear long sleeves/pants in grassy or wooded areas
✅ Remove any attached ticks right away with fine-tipped tweezers

A quick check now can help prevent tick-borne illness later. Stay safe and enjoy the outdoors! 🌞🌿

06/06/2026

It’s National CPR and AED Awareness Week!

Follow the link below to learn more and watch a video on hands-only CPR. Remember: every second counts during cardiac arrest.
https://cpr.heart.org/en/cpr-courses-and-kits/hands-only-cpr

06/06/2026

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 www.signupwic.com to connect with your local WIC clinic and learn more about the mental health resources available in your community. 🫶


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En el WIC, nos enorgullece brindar atención compasiva y recursos para la salud.
Estamos aquí para brindarle apoyo y ayudarla a conectarse con los recursos que merece. 🫂

Visite https://signupwic.com/es/ para ponerse en contacto con su clínica local del WIC y obtener más información sobre los recursos de salud mental disponibles en su comunidad. 🫶

06/05/2026

WIC is here for moms, dads, parents, grandparents, foster parents, aunts, uncles, and guardians of all kinds! If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have had a baby in the past 6 months, or are caring for a child under 5, you can get healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthcare referrals, and more from WIC.

To learn more about the benefits WIC has to offer, visit https://signupwic.com/get-started

06/04/2026

Have you tried the EGG-cellent avocado toast from the WIC cookbook yet? 🥑🍅🍳​

This simple breakfast comes together in just a few minutes. Just stack whole grain toast, mashed avocado, tomato slices, and a fried egg.​

It’s a tasty combo that gives your family fiber, healthy fats, and protein to help keep everyone feeling full and energized.​

Would you try this for breakfast or lunch?

06/02/2026

🌱🌞 Kid’s Container Gardening Event! 🌞🌱

Join us for a hands-on gardening adventure filled with fun, learning, and creativity! 🪴✨

👧🧒 Kids will follow along with a gardening expert to learn how to plant and care for a vegetable container garden. Each child will receive a starter kit, including a grow bag and vegetable plant! 🍅🌿

📍 Meet on the patio at HHS Building
514 Riverview Ave, Waukesha

🗓️ Thursday, June 11th
⏰ 10:00–10:45 AM

⚠️ Space is limited, call or text WIC to reserve your spot today!

📞 262-896-8440 | 📱 262-666-3771

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🌱🌞 ¡Evento de Jardinería para Niños! 🌞🌱

¡Acompáñenos en una aventura práctica de jardinería llena de diversión, aprendizaje y creatividad! 🪴✨

👧🧒 Los niños seguirán las instrucciones de un experto en jardinería para aprender cómo plantar y cuidar un huerto en contenedor. Cada niño recibirá un kit inicial, que incluye una bolsa de cultivo y una planta de vegetales. 🍅🌿

📍 Nos reuniremos en el patio del edificio HHS
514 Riverview Ave, Waukesha

🗓️ Jueves, 11 de junio
⏰ 10:00–10:45 a. m.

⚠️ El cupo es limitado; llame o envíe un mensaje de texto a WIC para reservar su lugar hoy mismo.

📞 262-896-8440 | 📱 262-666-3771

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06/02/2026

🍔💙 La Casa de Esperanza Community Cookout is almost here! 💙🍔

Join us for an afternoon of great food, community, and connection as National Homeownership Month is being celebrated! 🏡✨

🗓️ Friday, June 5th
⏰ 3:00–6:00 PM
📍 134 Wisconsin Ave, Waukesha, WI

Free food, supplies, and a warm welcome for all, bring your family and friends! 🤝💙

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06/02/2026

🌱💚 Grow your health while growing your garden! 💚🌱

Gardening is a great way to stay active, reduce stress, and support healthy aging. 🌼🪴 This week, spend a little time caring for your garden or a favorite houseplant.

🔗 Learn more: https://healthymonday.com/physical-activity/gardening-can-help-you-live-longer-and-happier

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Gardening engages your muscles, doubles as low-impact exercise, and provides a healthy break from screens and daily stressors. In fact, spending time in the garden has been associated with better health and well-being as we age.

This Monday, spend time tending to your garden, a flower bed, or even a favorite houseplant. 🌱

Learn more: https://healthymonday.com/physical-activity/gardening-can-help-you-live-longer-and-happier

06/01/2026

WIC Farmers Market season starts tomorrow June 1st! 🌽🍓
FMNP (Farmers Market Nutrition Program) benefits are back! That means extra support to help you buy fresh, local foods at your farmers market.
Have questions? Reach out to your local WIC agency. We’re here to help!
www.wiwicstrong.com

05/31/2026

🌳☀️ The Playground Passport & Trail Challenge is BACK! 🛝🥾

Looking for a fun family adventure this summer? Now is the perfect time to get started! 💚

📍 Visit 10 locations from the list of playgrounds and trails 📝 Answer the questions for each site 🎉 Earn prizes along the way!

You have until October 10 to complete the challenge, plus watch for featured playgrounds and trails on Facebook for chances to win gift cards! 🎁✨

Get your passport and learn more here: 🔗 https://www.waukesha-wi.gov/government/departments/playground-passport.php

Grab the kids, explore Waukesha County, stay active, and make memories together! 🌞👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💚

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