WIC-Lincoln Lancaster County Health Department

02/06/2026

❤️Happy National Wear Red Day from your friends at LLCHD WIC!❤️

February is American Heart Month. Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States? The good news is that choices you make every day (even the small ones!) can make a big difference in reducing your risk.

Examples include:
❤️Managing your stress
❤️Eating healthy foods
❤️Moving your body
❤️Avoiding smoking/vaping
❤️Getting enough sleep

Did you know that the WIC food package offers several hearth healthy foods like whole grains, low-fat dairy foods, beans and lentils, eggs, and canned fish along with fruits and vegetables?

Today, we wear red to raise awareness about heart disease. What will you do today to take care of your heart?

02/05/2026

Do you have plans for this year's Super Bowl Sunday? Check out the tips from UNL's Extension team for a healthy celebration! 🏈💚

Kick off the game day fun! 🏈🍽️ Find simple, tasty tips and easy-to-make recipes perfect for your football party spread. Ready to score with flavor and wellness? Dive in here: https://food.unl.edu/article/big-bowl-game-plan-healthy-eating/

02/04/2026

Healthy teeth are an important part of your child's overall health! 🦷 This Children's Dental Health Month, celebrate bright smiles and building great habits. Small steps every day can prevent cavities and keep your child feeling confident and strong. Good oral health starts early!

Learn more about keeping your child’s teeth healthy: https://childrensdentalhealth.com/february-national-childrens-dental-health-month/ ,-did-you-know

Need help finding dental care? Your local WIC clinic can help connect you to dental resources in your community. Find a clinic: www.signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

01/30/2026

Too cold to go outside to play? Here are 3 indoor activities to get wiggles out or get your creativity flowing!

🎨 Make paper chains or paper crafts like snowflakes using construction paper or printer paper.
⭐ Use painters tape to make a hopscotch board on the floor.
📺 Put your favorite kid friendly music videos or silly movie on the TV and have a dance-along party.
🌈Do a rainbow challenge, try to find items at home in each color category of the rainbow. Whoever completes their rainbow first wins!

Learn how WIC can support your family at www.signupwic.com.

01/29/2026

WIC is here for Indigenous families in all their forms!

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, recently had a baby in the past 6 months, or are caring for a child under 5, you can get nutritious and traditional foods, breastfeeding support, health and social service referrals, peer support, and more.

Nourish your family with tradition and support with WIC—find a clinic near you: www.signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

01/28/2026

Did you hear that starting in April, you will be able to use your WIC card to buy peanut butter only in EVEN months and canned or dry beans only in ODD months? This recipe is one idea for how to use your peanut butter benefits. Double the recipe and freeze if you want to save some for a snack later!

01/27/2026

Today is World Breast Pumping Day!

Your milk matters. Your time matters. Your rights matter.

📌 Check out our PUMP Act workplace rights print material to know what protections are in place for pumping parents: https://nebreastfeeding.org/file_download/inline/a287683c-0978-4009-9e6f-54451b23be82

01/27/2026

01/27/2026

Not all birth defects can be prevented. However, there are steps you can take to help you and your baby be as healthy as you can be 🫶

🌟Get 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid every day
🌟Try to reduce your risk for infections, including regular hand washing
🌟Get recommended vaccines
🌟Get tested for sexually transmitted infections
🌟See a healthcare professional regularly
🌟Talk to a healthcare professional about taking any medications
🌟Avoid alcohol, to***co, and other recreational drugs

Get more information about how to stay healthy during pregnancy: https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/blog/good-health-habits-and-birth-defects-prevention

01/26/2026

It may be chilly outside but it won’t stop us from getting outside to exercise and enjoy the crisp air this winter! ❄️

Bundle up and go on a family walk together, make snowmen or angels, or try sledding! 🛷

Too cold and snowy to go outside? Try putting some fun music on and have a dance party to get some movement in! 💃🕺

Check out more indoor and outdoor winter movement ideas for the whole family: https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/fun-ways-keep-kids-active-through-winter

01/23/2026

As the weather gets chillier and winter flu and cold season continues, it’s important to take steps to prevent illness and to check in with you and your child’s health care providers. ❄️

To boost your winter wellness, prioritize sleep, take vitamin D supplements (with approval from your doctor), sip herbal teas to warm your body, use a humidifier to prevent nose bleeds and sore throats from dry winter air, and wash your hands regularly with warm soapy water. 🍵💤🧼

WIC also offers health care referrals and nutrition education to help your family stay healthy this season, learn more at www.signupwic.com!

01/22/2026

Did you know? 🤔Foster children under the age of five automatically qualify for WIC benefits. Enrolling your family doesn’t take resources away from anyone else. There’s no limit to the number of families who can receive WIC support

Learn how WIC can support your family at www.signupwic.com.