Healthy Beginnings

11/24/2025

This tiny vitamin plays a big role in your and your little one's health: Let's talk about Vitamin B-12! ✨
B-12 is found naturally in animal products. Great sources of B-12 include meat, poultry, & fish; eggs & dairy products (milk, yogurt, cheese); and foods fortified with B-12 (check labels on cereals, plant-based milks, and nutritional yeast)! 🐟🍳🧀
A special note for our vegan/vegetarian families: Since B-12 isn't found in plants, fortified foods or a supplement are often necessary. Talk to your WIC nutritionist—we're here to help! 🫂
You've got questions? We've got support! If you're concerned about your B-12 intake or have questions about your diet, your local WIC clinic is your go-to resource. Let's work together to keep your family thriving. Visit www.signupwic.com to get connected!

Esta pequeña vitamina cumple un papel muy importante en su salud y en la de su pequeño. ¡Hablemos de la vitamina B-12! ✨
La vitamina B-12 se encuentra de forma natural en los productos de origen animal. Entre las fuentes destacadas de vitamina B-12 se incluyen carnes, aves, pescados, huevos y productos lácteos (leche, yogur, queso), así como alimentos fortificados con vitamina B-12 (revise las etiquetas de los cereales, las leches vegetales y la levadura nutricional).🐟🍳🧀
Una nota especial para nuestras familias veganas o vegetarianas: Debido a que la vitamina B-12 no se encuentra en las plantas, a menudo es necesario consumir alimentos fortificados o un suplemento. ¡Consulte con su nutricionista del WIC; estamos aquí para ayudarle! 🫂
¿Tiene preguntas? ¡Podemos ayudarle! Si le preocupa su consumo de vitamina B12 o tiene dudas sobre su alimentación, su clínica local del WIC es el mejor recurso. Trabajemos juntos para que su familia prospere. Visite www.signupwic.com para estar informarse.

11/20/2025

Today is Universal Children's Day! 🥳 Every child, everywhere, has the right to a safe, healthy, and fulfilling life. Today, the whole world comes together to stand up for kids! We're talking about their right to go to school, to be protected, to be treated fairly, and to have their voices heard.

WIC is here to support children and families by providing access to nutritious foods, health care referrals, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, and so much more—from pregnancy to your child’s 5th birthday! 💖

Learn more and find a clinic near you: https://signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

¡Hoy es el Día Mundial del Niño! 🥳 Cada niño, donde sea que esté, tiene el derecho de vivir de forma segura, saludable y plena. Hoy, todo el mundo se reúne para abogar por ellos. Hablaremos sobre su derecho a estudiar, a estar protegidos, a recibir un trato justo y a que sus voces sean escuchadas.

El WIC brinda apoyo a las familias y a los niños, y garantiza acceso a comidas nutritivas, derivaciones de salud, acompañamiento en la lactancia, alimentación y mucho más, ¡desde el embarazo hasta los 5 años de edad!💖

Conozca más y busque una clínica cercana en https://signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

11/18/2025

The leaves are falling 🍂, there’s a chilly breeze in the air 🌬️, and your family is gearing up for autumn temps and activities! 🍁
Gather together at the table this soup season with a cozy, delicious egg drop soup recipe for the whole family: https://thewoksoflife.com/egg-drop-soup/

¡Las hojas están cayendo 🍂, hay una brisa fresca en el aire 🌬️, y su familia se prepara para las temperaturas y actividades otoñales! 🍁
Júntense en la mesa esta temporada y disfruten de una reconfortante y deliciosa receta de sopa de huevo para toda la familia: https://thewoksoflife.com/egg-drop-soup/

11/12/2025

11/12/2025

Did you know you have legal protections for breastfeeding at work and in public? 🤱
You deserve to feed your baby with confidence, wherever you are! 🌟Luckily, WIC is here to support lactation in the workplace by providing breast pumps and support through peer counselors and breastfeeding experts (like IBCLCs) to program participants.
Know your rights and find a WIC clinic near you by visiting: https://signupwic.com/resources/know-your-rights-breastfeeding

11/06/2025

remains committed to serving families and continuing daily operations during the government shutdown. Currently, WIC operations may vary by state so please contact your local WIC clinic directly for additional details or questions.
You can find Indiana WIC clinic information here: https://www.medialab.com/dv/dl.aspx?d=1570018&dh=0d5ed...

11/04/2025

Please call (574)647-2220 for more information.

11/03/2025

Diabetes management and gestational diabetes don’t have to be scary! WIC has your back with fresh, nutritious foods, nutrition education, and healthcare referrals to support your health throughout your pregnancy and postpartum journey! 💖
Learn more about diabetes management during pregnancy and how to help prevent gestational diabetes:
https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/resources/diabetes-type-1-type-2-and-gestational

El control de la diabetes y de la diabetes gestacional no tiene por qué asustarle. El WIC le ayuda con alimentos frescos y nutritivos, educación nutricional y derivaciones médicas para apoyar su salud durante todo el embarazo y el posparto.💖
Obtenga más información sobre el control de la diabetes durante el embarazo y cómo ayudar a prevenir la diabetes gestacional: https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/resources/diabetes-type-1-type-2-and-gestational

10/29/2025

BABE Store update.

10/20/2025

Did you know? 🤔 Your body needs calcium to build and maintain strong bones, keep your teeth healthy, and support your muscles and nerves. 💪

The WIC food package includes milk, yogurt, and cheese to support your calcium intake—you can also opt for dairy-free alternatives like non-dairy milk and yogurt if you or your child has dietary restrictions!

Want more nutrition tips and healthy recipes? Connect with WIC for helpful resources or chat with a WIC dietitian for personalized advice. 💖

Find a WIC clinic near you: www.signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

10/16/2025

remains committed to serving families and continuing daily operations during the government shutdown. Currently, WIC operations may vary by state so please contact your local WIC clinic directly for additional details or questions.

You can find Indiana WIC clinic information here: https://www.medialab.com/dv/dl.aspx?d=1570018&dh=0d5ed&u=95194&uh=670d6

10/14/2025

🤰 Pregnancy &postpartum support
🍳 Healthy foods &nutrition education
🩺 Health &social service referrals
🫂 Peer support and more!

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or caring for a child under 5, you may be eligible for WIC benefits! Apply during National WIC Enrollment Week (October 13-17) or anytime throughout the year.

Find a clinic near you: www.signupwic.com/find-a-clinic