The West Allis Health Department WIC Program helps pregnant women, new moms, and young children eat well, stay healthy and be active. WIC participants receive checks for healthy foods, nutrition information for you and your family, breastfeeding support and referrals to community programs or health care.
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May is National Strawberry Month! 🍓 Get ready for local strawberries to hit the market soon! Strawberries are full of antioxidants, which can keep your child’s heart strong. ❤️ Throw some strawberries on top of cereal, toast, or yogurt!
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May is Food Allergy Action Month! Lots of kids find ways to eat the food they love, even if they have specific food allergies. Oftentimes, it takes a little extra effort to make sure your child is getting enough vitamins and nutrients if they can’t consume dairy, eggs, or other nutrient-rich foods.
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Today, we honor and celebrate our heroic nurses who help us stay strong and healthy. 💪 Tag a nurse you want to thank!
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Fit Families wants to celebrate all mom’s this week! You are all so #amazing #brave #strong!
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Happy Cinco de Mayo! 🇲🇽 Some ways to celebrate Mexican American culture are:
→ Create a traditional Mexican meal or snack with your little one. (You can even use WIC-approved ingredients, like 100% corn tortillas or avocados!)
→ Make a Mexican flag using paper or colored pencils during craft time.
→ Help your little one read a book about Mexican American culture (you can find some great ones here: https://www.steamsational.com/9-fun-resources-for-studying-cinco-de-mayo/).
→ Help your little one learn the history of Cinco de Mayo and its origins. Being educated about the meaning behind the holiday is an excellent way to respect the culture (learn more here: https://www.bhg.com/holidays/traditions/celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-respectfully/).
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Today, we recognize World Maternal Mental Health Day 💜 Postpartum depression (depression after you have your baby) is common – in fact, one in seven mothers struggles with it.
WIC is here for you, during and after your pregnancy. We provide referrals to mental health services, breastfeeding support, and tips to help you be the best parent you can be.
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The first week of May is Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎 Shout-out to all the educators helping our children grow and learn, every day. You all are heroes, and WIC thanks you!
Tag a teacher you love in the comments! 👇
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Plan a family exercise time. Spend 20-30 minutes each day exercising together, your child will like to copy what you do and will be learning a healthy habit for life.
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Did you know this week is World Immunization Week? Now is the perfect time to schedule your child’s vaccines, including the COVID-19 vaccine, if they’re eligible. Visit https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/hcp/imz/child-adolescent.html to see when your child needs each vaccine.
Not sure where to start? Contact your local WIC agency and they can help you out!
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Having trouble with a food item you thought could be purchased with WIC benefits? Keep these things in mind:
✻ Ask for assistance. If the cashier is unable to help, ask for the store manager.
✻ The store can’t force the cash register system to allow eWIC payment for foods that come up as not WIC approved.
✻ Select another WIC approved brand or variety.
✻ WIC is not able to repay you for any food you choose to buy with another form of payment.
✻ Keep any receipts and take a picture of the food or write down the UPC barcode.
✻ Contact your local WIC office as soon as possible to let them know.
WIC is here to help you get healthy, delicious food for your little ones, so contact your local agency with any questions! You got this, mama! 💪🏾 #WICMomStrong https://wicmomstrong.com/
Happy Earth Day! 🌎 Kids can learn appreciation for the earth by planting seeds, conserving water when they wash their hands or brush their teeth, and learning how fruits and vegetables are grown. 🌱
Check out this cute scavenger hunt for kids – you can alter it to make it easier or more difficult for your child! https://handsonaswegrow.com/kids-nature-scavenger-hunt/
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Today is National Kindergarten Day! Help your kids prepare for kindergarten by fueling their brain development and growth with healthy food from WIC.
It’s never too early! If you’re pregnant or have a child under age 5, contact WIC today. 🧒🏻🧒🏼🧒🏽🧒🏾
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Have you taken the Community Health Survey yet? The results of the survey help the West Allis Health Department and city leaders like West Allis WIC Director, Cheryl Davies, choose health priorities. YOU CHOOSE what is important to YOUR HEALTH and help us create community driven programs, policies, and services for improved health outcomes in West Allis and West Milwaukee.
#YouChooseYourHealth #WAWM
Take the survey: surveymonkey.com/r/CHA22
April is Autism Awareness Month, and at WIC, we celebrate all children and family members with autism. WIC connects families with additional health and nutrition resources if needed – contact your local agency to learn more!
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It's finally getting warmer which means it's time to get outside! An easy way to move more and watch less is by going for a family walk. You can even make it more fun by playing games while walking: hop over cracks, find treasures such as rocks, sticks, leaves, bugs, and butterflies.
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It’s National Make Lunch Count Day! 🥪 The best way to make your child’s lunch count is by including healthy food purchased with WIC benefits.
Help your child “eat a rainbow” each day by including as many colors of food as possible – for example, red bell peppers, an orange, a banana, spinach, blueberries, and eggplant! 🌈
Visit our website or speak with your local agency to learn more about WIC benefits: https://wicmomstrong.com/ #WICMomStrong
Cheese contains calcium, fat, protein, vitamin B-12, zinc, and other nutrients that fuel your child’s growth and development. 🧀 Grilled cheese sandwiches are a delicious and simple meal to throw together – you can even add spinach, bell peppers, or onions to the sandwich!
Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day and drop a photo of your masterpiece in the comments! 👇
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Siblings are our built-in best friends. 💜 Older siblings can set a good example for their brothers and sisters by eating healthy food and helping parents prepare snacks and meals. They can also read to their siblings, play with them, and help them learn about the world around them!
Happy National Sibling Day, from WIC! #WICMomStrong https://wicmomstrong.com/
Make every sip count by keeping the amount of juice your family drinks to 6oz or less per person each day.
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Happy World Health Day! In order to grow physically, mentally, and socially, toddlers and kids need enough nutrients in their food each day. WIC can help you get healthy, tasty food for your little ones under age 5 so they can grow and succeed in life. 🌱
Want to learn more or see if you’re eligible? Visit https://wicmomstrong.com/! #WICMomStrong
April is Stress Awareness Month, which is a great reminder to take some time to yourself every day, so you don’t burn out. You can only give your child your best if you take care of yourself, too!
No matter where you are on your journey as a parent or caretaker, WIC is here for you. 💜 Contact your local agency with any questions!
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What was your favorite book growing up? 🤔 Reading to kids is important for their development, and it strengthens your bond with your child. 💞 It’s never too early to start reading to your child! Plus, who doesn’t love a snack and a good story? 📚
Drop your favorite children’s book in the comments!👇 Happy International Children’s Book Day!
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Spring is here, and so are salad greens! Eating salad greens in season will make them taste more fresh and flavorful to you and to your child. Not to mention, they are an excellent source of vitamin K, which helps stop cuts and scrapes from bleeding too much. Here are some easy steps to creating flavor packed salad:
1. Start with Greens- One type or a mix. 2 cups of leafy greens is a serving
2. Add Some Color- vegetables or fruit (fresh, canned, or dried)
3. Pick a Low-Fat Protein- it helps you feel full
4. Dress it Lightly- dressings can add calories; use a small amount; try reduced-fat versions or make your own.
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