Dorchester North/Mattapan WIC Program

04/23/2026

📚 National Library Week

WIC partners with local libraries in Mattapan, Hyde Park, and Dorchester to help families access valuable resources. Libraries offer free programs that support child development, including story times, educational activities, cooking classes, and access to books and museum passes.

If you need assistance connecting to a library or would like guidance on how to make the most of these resources, please reach out. I’m happy to help.

04/23/2026

April 19-25 is National Library Week! ✨ This week, we highlight the value of libraries and librarians in our communities. 📚

Libraries are an incredible resource for your family. This week, visit your local library to read books with your little ones, attend fun events and programming, receive internet and printer access, and connect with your family and community in a quiet space!

Interested in visiting a library close to you? 💭 Use this link to find the closest library to your community! You can even sign up for a free library card at a public library to getmore access to all the amazing resources libraries have to offer! https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/CommunityServices/find-libraries.aspx


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Del 19 al 25 de abril se celebra la semana nacional de las bibliotecas. ✨ Durante esta semana destacamos el valor de las bibliotecas y los bibliotecarios en nuestras comunidades. 📚

Las bibliotecas son un recurso increíble para su familia. Esta semana, visite su biblioteca local para leer con sus hijos, participar en actividades y programas divertidos, para usar computadoras e impresoras y conectarse con su familia y su comunidad en un espacio tranquilo.

¿Le interesa visitar una biblioteca cercana? 💭 Use este enlace para encontrar la biblioteca más cercana a su comunidad. Incluso puede registrarse y obtener una tarjeta de biblioteca gratuita en una biblioteca pública y acceder a todos los increíbles recursos que ofrece.

https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/CommunityServices/find-libraries.aspx

04/23/2026

🌸📚 The Friends of the Hyde Park Library invite you to browse, shop, and stock up on great reads at their Spring Book Sale!

04/16/2026

Big news? 👶 Let us know, as soon as you know!
You don’t have to wait until your baby arrives to start your WIC journey. Enrolling early in your pregnancy helps you get the best start with:
🍎 Free Healthy Foods: Monthly benefits for fruits, veggies, milk, and more.
👩‍⚕️ Early Prenatal Care: We connect you with doctors and dentists to keep you and baby healthy.
📞 Convenient Support: Many appointments can be done right over the phone.
Checking your eligibility is quick, easy, and confidential.
✨ Apply online today: Mass.gov/WIC
📞 Or call: (800) 942-1007

04/15/2026

04/15/2026

📢 WIC Update: Yogurt Changes Starting April 13, 2026

Starting April 13, some yogurt products will no longer be approved for WIC. This is because they do not meet the USDA’s new added sugar limit (less than 16g per cup).

❌ No longer WIC-approved:
Many Yoplait Go-Gurt varieties

✅ Still WIC-approved:
Simply Go-Gurt (meets the new sugar guidelines)

These changes help support healthier choices for you and your family 💙

If you have questions or need help finding approved options, your WIC team is here to support you!

04/08/2026

🌱 Start a Small Garden with Your Kids This Spring

The Boston Public Library Seed Library is offering free seeds at select branches while supplies last.

Planting vegetables or herbs at home is a fun way for kids to learn where food comes from, connect with nature, and get excited about healthy foods.

Seeds are available at several locations including Mattapan, Fields Corner, Hyde Park, and Uphams Corner.

Stop by your local Boston Public Library branch and start growing something together this spring. 🌼

04/08/2026

Spring Snack Idea for Kids: Yogurt Fruit Parfaits

Looking for a fun spring snack to make with your kids today? Try making colorful yogurt fruit parfaits together.

What you need:
• Yogurt
• Fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, bananas, etc.)
• Granola or cereal (optional)

How to make it:
1. Let kids layer yogurt and fruit in a cup or bowl.
2. Add a little granola or cereal on top for crunch.
3. Enjoy a bright, fresh snack together.

It’s a simple way to enjoy spring flavors while getting kids excited about healthy foods.

Dorchester North / Mattapan WIC Program
If you have questions about your WIC foods, feel free to reach out.

04/08/2026

Happy Day! 🏃‍♀️ At Mass WIC, we’re about more than just groceries. We’re here to support your family’s total wellness with nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and healthcare referrals. Today, take a 10-minute "movement break" with your little ones—dance, walk, or play tag! 💃🍎

04/08/2026

Who says you need a gym membership to get moving? 🙅‍♀️ Turn your living room or backyard into a playground this April! Ideas for Families:
✅Kitchen Dance Party: Put on your favorite music and dance while you prep a healthy WIC-approved snack.
✅Follow the Leader: Let your kids pick the "moves" (jumping jacks, bear crawls, or hopscotch) while you follow along.
✅Park Play: Massachusetts has incredible state parks and local playgrounds—visit a new one this weekend for a family walk.
✅Call to Action: Share a photo or video of your family’s "Move More" dance party and tag us! 📸

04/06/2026

Mango Coconut Popsicle – Blend 1 cup mango + ½ cup coconut milk + 1 tbsp honey, pour into molds and freeze 6–8 hrs.
Strawberry Yogurt Popsicle – Blend 1 cup strawberries + ½ cup Greek yogurt + 1 tbsp honey, pour and freeze until solid.
Watermelon Mint Popsicle – Blend 2 cups watermelon + 5 mint leaves + 1 tsp lemon juice, pour and freeze.
Banana Peanut Butter Popsicle – Blend 2 bananas + 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp peanut butter, pour and freeze.
Blueberry Chia Popsicle – Blend 1 cup blueberries + ¾ cup coconut water + 1 tbsp chia seeds, rest 10 mins then freeze.
Orange Carrot Popsicle – Blend 1 cup orange juice + ½ cup carrot juice + 1 tsp honey, pour and freeze.
Pineapple Ginger Popsicle – Blend 1 cup pineapple + ½ tsp grated ginger + ½ cup water, pour and freeze.
Chocolate Banana Popsicle – Blend 2 bananas + 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp cocoa powder, pour and freeze.
Cucumber Lime Popsicle – Blend 1 cucumber + juice of 1 lime + 1 tbsp honey + ½ cup water, pour and freeze.
Mixed Berry Popsicle – Blend 1 cup mixed berries + ½ cup apple juice, pour and freeze.

03/31/2026

Use 'em before you lose 'em! 🥗🏃‍♀️
Did you know Mass WIC benefits expire on your individual benefit end date, not necessarily the last day of the month? 🗓️
Open your WIC Shopper app right now to check your balance and expiration date. Make sure to stock up on your fruits, veggies, and whole grains before they're gone! 🍎🥚🍞