WIC Nutrition Island County, WA

02/14/2026

Dear WIC parents,

Happy Valentine’s Day! Today is all about love, and that includes the love you pour into your family every single day. Take a moment today to remember: You are strong. You are capable. And with WIC, you have a community behind you.

What you do matters, and we see you. We're here to assist you, cheer you on, and help your family thrive—not just today, but all year long.

With love,
Your friends at WIC ❤️

02/14/2026

Estimados padres de WIC,

¡Feliz Día de San Valentín! Hoy se trata del amor, y eso incluye el amor que usted entrega a su familia todos los días. Tómese un momento hoy para recordar que: Usted es fuerte. Usted es capaz. Y con WIC, tiene a una comunidad que le respalda.

Lo que usted hace es importante, y lo valoramos. Estamos aquí para ayudarle, animarle y ayudar a su familia a prosperar, no solo hoy, sino durante todo el año.

Con cariño,
Sus amigos de WIC ❤️

02/12/2026

Los betabeles son más que un vegetal de invierno de color vibrante. ¡Son una potencia nutricional! Los betabeles son una excelente fuente de folato para un embarazo saludable, fibra para una buena digestión y hierro para ayudar a combatir el cansancio. Incluso ayudan a mantener el corazón y la presión arterial saludables.

Disfrútelas asadas hasta que estén dulces y tiernas, licuadas en un batido o picadas frescas en una ensalada. ¡Recuerde que puede usar los beneficios que WIC le da para comprar betabeles frescos o enlatados!

Si busca una receta reconfortante y cálida, aquí tiene una que destaca los vegetales de raíz como los betabeles: https://choosehomemade.org/es/recetas/sopa-de-verduras-con-dumplings/

02/12/2026

Beets are more than a vibrantly colored winter vegetable. They're a nutrient powerhouse! Beets are a great source of folate for a healthy pregnancy, fiber for good digestion, and iron to help fight tiredness. They even help support a healthy heart and blood pressure. 🫀

Enjoy them roasted until sweet and tender, blended into a smoothie, or chopped fresh onto a salad. Remember, you can use your WIC benefits for fresh or canned beets! 🥫

If you’re looking for a comforting and warm recipe, here’s one that highlights root vegetables like beets: https://choosehomemade.org/recipes/root-veggie-stew-with-dumplings/

02/11/2026

¿Alguna vez se ha preguntado qué ayuda a que su sangre se coagule cuando se corta o qué es lo que mantiene sus huesos fuertes? ¡Es la vitamina K, un nutriente esencial! La vitamina K es especialmente importante para los bebés en crecimiento, por lo que los recién nacidos reciben una inyección de esta justo después del nacimiento.

¡Puede encontrar vitamina K en muchos vegetales, como las espinacas, la col rizada (kale), el brócoli y la coliflor! ¿Necesita una forma sabrosa de usar estos vegetales de invierno? Pruebe esta sencilla receta de quiche que es perfecta para llenarla de vegetales: https://www.jcfoodmart.com/es/2022/04/11/quiche-perfecto-para-la-primavera/.

¡Use los beneficios que le da WIC para comprar verduras frescas o congeladas y haga que comer sano sea deliciosamente fácil! Conozca más en www.signupwic.com/es/about

02/11/2026

Ever wonder what helps your blood clot when you get a cut or keeps your bones strong? It’s Vitamin K, an essential nutrient! Vitamin K is especially important for growing babies, which is why newborns receive a shot of it right after birth. 👶

You can find Vitamin K in many vegetables, like spinach, kale, broccoli, and cauliflower! 🥦 Need a tasty way to use these winter veggies? Try this simple Basic Quiche recipe that’s perfect for loading up with vegetables: https://www.myplate.gov/recipes/basic-quiche.

Use your WIC benefits to grab fresh or frozen greens and make healthy eating deliciously easy! Learn more at www.signupwic.com/about

02/10/2026

02/07/2026

February 7 is Take Your Child To The Library Day

Did you know your local library has more than books for your family? Beyond amazing books, many libraries offer free educational programs, internet and computer access, community events and classes, and quiet spaces to read, learn, and connect. 📖 🖥️

Next time you’re looking for a family outing, consider exploring your neighborhood library! 📚

Find a public library near you: https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/CommunityServices/find-libraries.aspx

02/07/2026

❤️ February is American Heart Month! ❤️Your heart works hard for you every single day, and during pregnancy and postpartum, it’s supporting both you and your little one. Choosing nutritious foods is one of the best ways to take care of your heart.

With WIC, you can get benefits to support you and your little one’s health, such as nutritious foods, healthcare referrals, breastfeeding support, and more! WIC is available to those who are pregnant, postpartum (up to 6 months after the end of a pregnancy), or breastfeeding (up to the infant’s first birthday), plus infants and children under age 5.

To learn more about how WIC can support you, visit www.signupwic.com/about.

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

02/03/2026

February is , a time to remember and celebrate the accomplishments, contributions, and leadership of Black Americans. Black history is American history, and it’s woven into the fabric of our communities, our health, and our shared future. That legacy includes leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., whose work for economic justice and food security reminds us that access to basic needs, including nutritious food, is necessary for families to thrive.

At WIC, we celebrate the caregivers, parents, and community leaders who nurture the next generation. 🫂

Learn more about Dr. King’s work on hunger and food justice: https://blog.ucs.org/sarah-reinhardt/dr-kings-demands-for-food-justice/

01/26/2026

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