Lafayette County WIC

01/20/2026

Please note there will be NO Weigh In Wednesday today!
We will reschedule at a later date.

01/05/2026

At three years old, most children can:
• Talk with you in conversation using at least two back-and-forth exchanges.
• Ask "who," "what," "where" or "why" questions, like "Where is daddy?"
• Say what action is happening in a picture or book when asked, like "running," "eating" or "playing."
• Say first name when asked.
• Talk well enough for others to understand, most of the time.
To learn more about developmental milestones, visit https://www.cdc.gov/act-early/milestones/3-years.html.

12/31/2025

As we prepare to welcome a brand new year, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the residents of Lafayette County. Thank you for trusting us with your health, your questions, your families, and your wellbeing throughout 2025.
Please note that our office will close at noon on December 31, 2025, so our team can spend time with loved ones and recharge for the year ahead. We will resume normal operations when we reopen January 5, 2026.
From all of us at the Lafayette County Health Department — thank you for allowing us to serve this incredible community. We look forward to continuing our work together in 2026.
Wishing you a safe, healthy, and hopeful New Year! 💛
— Lafayette County Health Department

12/26/2025

This cherry puff pancake will have your family thinking they're eating dessert for breakfast! Find the recipe at https://www.myplate.gov/recipes/cherry-puff-pancake.

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12/25/2025

🎄 MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎄

We will be closed for Christmas December 25th, and resume normal business hours Monday, December 29th. Happy Holidays!

12/24/2025

Traveling to see family during the holidays can make breastfeeding seem difficult or even impossible. Luckily, the USDA has you covered with helpful tips for traveling while breastfeeding at https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/traveling-your-baby.

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12/24/2025

12/18/2025

Altruism, Inc. is hosting a Mommy and Me Gently Used Clothing Pop Up on Monday, December 22 at the Lafayette County Health Department (547 S. Business Highway 13) from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Stop in and pick up clothing from newborn to size 16 for boys and girls. These items will be donated on a first-come, first-served basis.

For anyone who needs support with diapers, come and sign up for our HappyBottoms.org program. You’ll receive free diapers monthly through this program.

Also, ask us about our free blood pressure self-monitoring training program that includes helpful resources and a blood pressure cuff. Pregnant women are encouraged to join.

To learn more about our programs and services, visit altruism-inc.org or call 660.259.2402.

12/11/2025

Do you follow your WIC local agency's page? If not, you should! WIC local agencies share useful information about pregnancy, breastfeeding, parenting and overall wellness, as well as information that is specific to their community.

12/08/2025

Looking for a quick and easy weeknight side dish? We've got you covered! Try these baked cauliflower tots, which are full of flavor and good for you, too! Find the recipe at https://www.myplate.gov/recipes/baked-cauliflower-tots.

12/04/2025

WIC will be closed today for staff meetings. We will resume Monday, December 8th, 2025.

12/03/2025

Please check your shredded cheese!

RECALL: A massive cheese recall across 31 states includes brands of cheese sold in popular stores in Missouri and Kansas: https://fox4kc.com/news/shredded-cheese-sold-in-states-including-missouri-kansas-recalled-due-to-metal-fragments/