Fairfield County WIC

12/17/2025

🎅✨ Santa is Coming to Fairfield County! ✨🎅
WIC is inviting Santa to the Fairfield County Health Department for a special visit!

🗓 Date: December 18
⏰ Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
📍 Location: Fairfield County Health Department

Parents, don’t forget to bring your camera or phone to capture these magical memories! 📸🎄

It’s going to be a morning full of holiday joy—see you there! ❤️❄️

12/16/2025

Traveling with your breastfeeding baby can feel overwhelming, but it’s totally doable with a little preparation. And WIC can help!
Use these tips to make your holiday travel smoother for you and your baby: https://www.cdc.gov/infant-toddler-nutrition/breastfeeding/travel-recommendations.html

12/12/2025

Vitamin A is famous for its role in keeping our vision sharp, but it’s also a superstar for overall growth, embryo development, and a strong immune system.
The good news is that Vitamin A-rich foods are often at their peak during the colder months! Think of those bright orange and dark leafy greens: carrots, sweet potatoes, winter squash, spinach, and collard greens.
Your WIC benefits make it easier to bring these healthy, colorful foods to your family's table. Reach out to WIC for more information and nutrition tips for your family: www.signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

12/11/2025

Did you know good hand washing is your child's first line of defense against the spread of many illnesses? 🫧 It helps protect them from everything from the common cold and the flu to more serious infections.

Learn more about why handwashing is important for your child’s health: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/hand-washing.html

12/09/2025

It's National Influenza Vaccination Week! 🩹💪 A perfect time to remember that early immunizations help children build immunity before they are exposed to germs that can make them very sick.

Vaccines are one of our most powerful tools to prevent life-threatening diseases. That's why most childhood vaccines are recommended during your baby's first 12 to 18 months of life.

Have questions about which vaccines your child needs? You're not alone! Check out this helpful resource from AAP to see what's recommended before age 6: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/Your-Babys-First-Vaccines.aspx

12/05/2025

Dried beans are the WIC-approved food of the month! Packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, beans are a budget friendly superhero for your family's meals. Just one cup of dried beans becomes about three cups cooked!
💡 Plan Ahead for Easy Meals: Cook a big batch on your day off! Then, use your ready-to-go beans all week long. They're perfect for tacos, stews, salads, and more!
Learn more about dried beans and how to cook them: https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/topic/what-do-i-do-with/beans

12/03/2025

As the weather cools down, it’s the perfect time to make warm, nourishing meals that your whole family can enjoy! Get ideas with our winter weather favorites using WIC-approved foods:
🥣 Oatmeal, grits, or cream of wheat with your favorite toppings (fresh or frozen fruit with your favorite milk OR cheese and an egg on top for a savory option)
🍚 Rice and beans, canned or dried, with your favorite seasonings (you could cook your rice in broth for extra flavor!)
🍜 Soups and stews using your family’s favorite veggies (you can add in beans or whole grain pasta to boost the nutrition of your recipe)
What are your family’s favorite winter meals? 🍲 Share in the comments!

11/27/2025

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

In this digital resource from The Lactation Network, learn more about your rights as a breastfeeding parent at work and out in public.

11/26/2025

Here's some safety tips for the holiday season!

11/25/2025

Staying active doesn’t have to be boring! ⚽ Getting outside and playing a game or going on a family walk can bring you together while also teaching kids about healthy routines like regular movement or exercise!
How does your family like to stay active in the fall? 🍂
Build healthy habits and get nutrition support with WIC: www.signupwic.com

11/20/2025

Get kids involved in meal preparation! 🥦🍅 Let them pick out fruits and veggies at the grocery store or farmers market, and then have them help wash, peel, and chop them for meals.
When kids are involved in food preparation, it can encourage them to try new foods and learn where our foods come from 👩‍🌾 And with WIC, you can get fresh, canned, or frozen fruits and veggies to accommodate your family’s specific needs and preferences! 🙌
Not enrolled in WIC yet? Learn more about the benefits and get started today: https://signupwic.com/about

WIC gives you access to healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding guidance, and so much more. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a child under 5 — you can get personalized support for you and your family.

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