WIC NASWI

03/23/2026

📲 Remote services reduce barriers to access! 🗣️ Tell Congress: Make remote service delivery permanent and pass the 21st Century Act! ➡️ bit.ly/WICSTRONG26

03/13/2026

WIC NASWI's parent agency, Community Action of Skagit County, is looking for a Nutritionist for the Mount Vernon WIC Program! https://communityactionskagit.bamboohr.com/careers/91

We are seeking a dynamic, family-centered individual who is bilingual in Spanish and English to serve as a WIC Nutrition Educator, supporting clients in achieving their goals within our Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program.

In this role, you will provide nutrition and breastfeeding education and conduct nutrition assessments. The Nutrition educator will provide individualized client education, create plans of care, and provide referrals for other services as appropriate. This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position based out of our Mount Vernon office. If you are passionate about community health, value a family-driven approach, and are motivated to make a meaningful difference for families with young children, we encourage you to apply at www.communityactionskagit.org/about-us/employment/

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.