Pike County Health Department

04/30/2026

Spring is here! 🦋The sunny, warm weather is a great opportunity to spend some time outside with your family! ☀️

🪻Stroll your neighborhood or local garden to see some of the blooming flowers.
🌱Start your own garden with flowers or produce.
🧺Pack your own picnic and explore a new park or playground.

Wishing you a season filled with sunshine and fresh blooms! 🌸

04/27/2026

The air is crisp and spring blooms are starting to sprout! 🌱It’s the perfect time to start gardening by getting seeds started so they’re ready to plant in a flower bed or a container garden when the weather warms up! Did you know you can use recycled egg cartons to get started with planting? 🥚

Make your own egg carton tomato plant seed starter with your little ones 🍅: https://carnegiemnh.org/egg-carton-seed-starter/

04/23/2026

Did you know that can help answer your questions, offer support and advice from lactation specialists, and provide pumping tools, if needed, to support your breastfeeding journey? 💗

Get started by visiting www.signupwic.com to find a clinic near you! 🌟

04/20/2026

This April 19-25 is National Library Week! ✨This week, we highlight the value of libraries and librarians in our communities. 📚

Libraries are an incredible resource for your family. This week, visit your local library to read books with your little ones, attend fun events and programming, receive internet and printer access, and connect with your family and community in a quiet space!

Interested in visiting a library close to you? 💭 Use this link to find the closest library to your community! You can even sign up for a free library card at a public library to getmore access to all the amazing resources libraries have to offer! https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/CommunityServices/find-libraries.aspx

04/16/2026

04/15/2026

April is ! At WIC, we recognize the stress and challenges of parenthood, and we are here to support you every step of the way! 🫶 Learning to handle stress in a healthy way is good for you, and it helps you set a positive example for your kids. This April, take some time to reflect, model, and practice ways to cope with stress:
🎧Prioritize time for something you love: Take a walk, listen to music, or read.
☮️Practice mindfulness throughout your day: Try learning new breathing exercises!
🏃‍♀️‍➡️Move your body: Regular movement, even short walks, can reduce stress!

Talk to your local WIC staff to learn more about how WIC can support you and your family! Visit www.signupwic.com for more information. 💖

04/02/2026

Immunizations will not be available April 2. Sorry for the inconvenience.

03/30/2026

Hello Spring! 🌷Celebrate the start of the season with a picnic highlighting spring seasonal produce! 🧺Try delicious and nutritious fruits and vegetables, such as:

🥬Springy greens like lettuce, asparagus, and spinach: All rich in antioxidants like Vitamin C and K.
🍓Strawberries and blackberries: High in fiber, supporting digestive health.
🥕Carrots and radishes: Delicious sources of nutrients like calcium and iron.

Learn more about healthy eating and supporting your family’s nutrition! Visit https://signupwic.com/about to learn more. 💞

03/25/2026

03/24/2026

WIC is here to support your breastfeeding journey!👩‍🍼WIC is proud to provide breastfeeding benefits for your family, including:

👥 Peer Counselor support at local WIC clinics.
👩‍⚕️ Guidance from lactation and breastfeeding experts.
🍽️ Nutritional education for breastfeeding moms.
💕Access to breastfeeding supplies and pumps.

Learn more about the different ways WIC is here to support breastfeeding for your family: https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/get-support-wic

03/17/2026

🌱 Plant Seeds, Watch Gratitude Grow
Gardening is a great way to grow fresh produce and show your little ones where foods come from! Start planting in early spring (herbs, veggies, or flowers) and talk about what you’re grateful for as you care for them. By summer, you'll have something tangible to enjoy! 🌱

Don’t have the yard space to plant? Grow plants in pots on your windowsills instead! You can also look into community gardens and public green spaces near you to get in touch with nature in your neighborhood!

03/13/2026

Frozen Food Month: Spotlight on Frozen Fruits and Vegetables
Did you know that you can use your WIC benefits for frozen fruits and vegetables? March is Frozen Food Month. Frozen fruits and vegetables have many benefits, such as:

🫐A longer shelf life, helping reduce food waste.
🫐 Simplifying meal preparation.
🫐High levels of nutrients and vitamins from being frozen at peak ripeness.

Celebrate Frozen Food Month with WIC and incorporate frozen fruits and vegetables
into your smoothies, entrees, baked goods, or jams and sauces!