Tompkins County WIC

Tompkins County WIC Official page of the Tompkins County WIC Program in New York State.

Magnesium is an important mineral that helps keep our bodies strong. 💪 It helps your body’s muscles and nerves, keeps y...
02/26/2026

Magnesium is an important mineral that helps keep our bodies strong. 💪 It helps your body’s muscles and nerves, keeps your blood sugar levels balanced, and your joint cartilage healthy!

Foods that contain magnesium include:
🥬 Leafy-green vegetables like spinach, collard greens, and bok choy
🍞 Whole grain breads or pasta, oatmeal, and quinoa
🫘 Beans and nuts, this includes peanut butter and tofu

Practicing healthy habits with toddlers can start in the kitchen! 👩‍🍳. Cooking with toddlers can:🥙 Teach them about nutr...
02/24/2026

Practicing healthy habits with toddlers can start in the kitchen! 👩‍🍳.

Cooking with toddlers can:

🥙 Teach them about nutrition and plant the seed for balanced eating habits

👋 Strengthen their fine motor skills and boost their attention span

🥦 Help expand their food palette by trying fruits and veggies

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Wonder how your child’s growing? Miss your last wellness check-up? Stop in any time for WIC staff to check your height, ...
02/22/2026

Wonder how your child’s growing? Miss your last wellness check-up? Stop in any time for WIC staff to check your height, weight, or iron.

Are you a primary caregiver to a child under five? See if WIC can help with healthy eating. WIC kids get the food they n...
02/20/2026

Are you a primary caregiver to a child under five? See if WIC can help with healthy eating. WIC kids get the food they need, and caregivers learn how good nutrition helps them grow healthy and strong. Your WIC appointments can even be done remotely . Apply to day at https://tompkinscountyny.gov/health/wic

¿Es usted el cuidador primario de un niño menor de cinco años? Vea si el WIC puede ayudar con una alimentación saludable. Los niños del WIC reciben los alimentos que necesitan, y los cuidadores aprenden cómo una buena nutrición los ayuda a crecer sanos y fuertes. Sus citas con el WIC pueden realizarse incluso de forma remota.

Moms may be superheroes, but unfortunately, they are not Elastigirl and defiantly don’t stretch like her.
02/20/2026

Moms may be superheroes, but unfortunately, they are not Elastigirl and defiantly don’t stretch like her.

WIC Mom-to-Mom Support 🤍Pregnant, pumping, or latching your baby?Looking to connect with other moms who truly understand...
02/19/2026

WIC Mom-to-Mom Support 🤍
Pregnant, pumping, or latching your baby?
Looking to connect with other moms who truly understand? 💛
Join us today at 11:00 for our Mom-to-Mom Group — a safe, supportive space to share experiences, ask questions, and build real connections with moms on the same journey.
Click here to join: https://bit.ly/4gO0lle

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! 🦷😁Good oral health helps build a strong foundation for lifelong hea...
02/18/2026

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! 🦷😁
Good oral health helps build a strong foundation for lifelong healthy smiles.
WIC staff can refer you to a dentist.
Find your nearest clinic at 👉 www.signupwic.com

Tompkins County WIC will be closed 2/16/26 in observance of Presidents Day. If you need assistance, please leave a messa...
02/16/2026

Tompkins County WIC will be closed 2/16/26 in observance of Presidents Day. If you need assistance, please leave a message at 607-274-6630 and we will get back to you in one business day.

Roses are red, violets are blue, let’s bake some heart-shaped cookies—WIC is here for you 💘Happy Valentine’s Day, we hop...
02/14/2026

Roses are red, violets are blue, let’s bake some heart-shaped cookies—WIC is here for you 💘

Happy Valentine’s Day, we hope you get to spend quality time with friends and loved ones!

Are you wondering when to introduce solid foods or how to handle picky eating? WIC’s online nutrition education makes he...
02/13/2026

Are you wondering when to introduce solid foods or how to handle picky eating? WIC’s online nutrition education makes healthy eating easier for busy WIC families. Learn on the go and get healthy, kid-friendly recipes using ingredients you get from WIC. If you have kids under age five, visit https://tompkinscountyny.gov/health/wic to apply.

¿No está seguro de cuándo comenzar con los alimentos sólidos o cómo manejar los caprichos al comer? La educación nutricional en línea del WIC facilita la alimentación saludable para las familias ocupadas del WIC. Aprenda sobre la marcha y obtenga recetas saludables y aptas para niños con los ingredientes que obtienes del WIC. Si tiene hijos menores de cinco años, visite https://tompkinscountyny.gov/health/wic aplicar.

02/12/2026



It’s American Heart Month 🗓️ and we know that pregnancy and post-partum heart health—including eating heart-healthy foods and getting the health care you need—is crucial.

With WIC, you can get benefits like nutritious food, health care referrals, breastfeeding support, and more from as soon as you know that you’re pregnant to 6-months postpartum.

WIC Mom to Mom supportPregnant, pumping or latching your baby?Looking to connect with other moms who understand what you...
02/12/2026

WIC Mom to Mom support

Pregnant, pumping or latching your baby?
Looking to connect with other moms who understand what you’re going through? 💛

Join us today at 11:00 Mom-to-Mom Group A safe, supportive space to share experiences, ask questions, and build real connections with others on the same journey.

Click here to join: https://bit.ly/4gO0lle

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