WIC NASWI

02/12/2026

Practicing healthy habits with toddlers can start in the kitchen! 👩‍🍳 Getting little ones involved in the food preparation and cooking process doesn’t have to be daunting and can be beneficial for their development.

Cooking with toddlers:

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

👋 Strengthen their fine motor skills and boost their attention span

🥦 Help expand their food palette by trying fruits and veggies as you cook with them or by incorporating new foods into recipes

Try these toddler-friendly recipes together: https://www.yummytoddlerfood.com/15-easy-recipes-for-kids-to-cook/

02/02/2026

It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month 🪥 Learn a few tips and tricks to help keep your little one’s smile healthy from an early age!

🦷 Start brushing with the first tooth! Begin brushing your baby’s teeth when you see one coming in with an infant toothbrush. Use water and a tiny bit of fluoride toothpaste (about the size of a grain of rice).

👶 Clean your baby’s gums daily. Until those teeth come in gently wipe a damp washcloth over the gums to clear away harmful bacteria after each feeding.

🚰 Keep them hydrated! Water helps rinse any sugar or particles that can lead to cavities.

Get more tips: https://childrensdentalhealth.com/february-national-childrens-dental-health-month/

01/28/2026

At WIC NASWI we understand the unique challenges military families can face. Call us at 360-679-8049 or visit us in Building 13 on Seaplane Base to see if your family is eligible for WIC. We offer free healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, community & military family resource referrals, & more. ❤️

01/24/2026

Oats contain large amounts of beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that partially dissolves in water and forms a thick, gel-like solution in your gut. 🥣 This helps move food further along through your digestive system and creates prebiotic effects! ✨

Health benefits of beta-glucan fiber in foods like oatmeal include:
🌟reduced blood glucose and insulin response
🌟increased growth of good bacteria in the digestive tract
🌟regulation of type 2 diabetes

01/21/2026

Soup is a great way to pack in nutrients, stretch your budget, and use WIC-approved veggies, beans, & grains 🫘🍜

Check out this tomato soup & grilled cheese recipe video on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com//video/7107753862005624106

12/17/2025

Like many of you, WIC NASWI has been affected by the power outage. Our staff are working remotely until power is restored. Please call or text 360-899-6846 with questions, to apply for WIC, or schedule or reschedule an appointment. For lactation support, call or text our breastfeeding peer counselor at 360-672-6010. We apologize for any inconvenience, and we hope you are staying warm, dry & safe!

12/13/2025

Next Thursday at 5:30pm! What can I do now to assure we are ready for a new baby?? Come to class and find out. Sign up: call 360-257-2728 or email whidbeyisland@nmcrs.org

10/20/2025

Did you know that you can get soy-based beverages, tofu, & other non-dairy ingredients if your children have allergies? Ask your WIC nutritionist to learn more!

10/17/2025

If you have experienced the loss of a baby, please know that you are not alone. When you’re ready, resources and communities are here to support you. WIC will also continue to provide benefits for up to 6 months following your loss.

Explore support resources:

https://perinatalsupport.org/perinatal-loss-resources/

https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/topics/miscarriage-loss-and-grief

10/08/2025

Need a little help with groceries during the shutdown? You can use your MILITARY STAR card at the Commissary with ZERO interest and NO PAYMENTS due for 3 months!

The MILITARY STAR card is offering 0% interest and no payments at
Defense Commissary Agency worldwide for three months on purchases made Oct. 1 through Oct. 31 to offer immediate additional relief during the government shutdown.

The offer applies to all new and existing MILITARY STAR cardmembers.

The MILITARY STAR card is a force multiplier for the military community, with an industry-leading low APR—the lowest among all unsecured retail cards. For more information and to apply for a card, visit MyECP.com.

10/03/2025

Are you expecting or thinking about adding to your family? NMCRS offers a FREE one hour B4B (Budget 4 Baby) twice a month with a morning class and an evening class – held in our NMCRS spaces on the Seaplane Base.
Our Next classes:
🟠 October 8th 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
🟠 October 23rd 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Each expectant person also receives:
* $50 Amazon gift card
* NMCRS tote
* hand-knitted baby blanket.
To Reserve your spot:
📞Call 360-257-2728 or 📧Email whidbeyisland@nmcrs.org
Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

10/03/2025

ℹ️ We’ve seen some questions about how WIC operates during a shutdown. Here’s what you should know:
❓ Is WIC open? A: Yes.
❓ Can families still use benefits? A: Yes.
❓ What happens if the shutdown continues? A: States have contingency plans.

Urge Congress to reach a deal: bit.ly/FUNDWIC26