St Joe MO WIC

01/29/2026

With winter illnesses going around, it's always a good idea to boost your immune system! These delicious, WIC-approved foods will help support your immune system in fighting off sickness. Try incorporating them in a meal today!
• Red bell peppers.
• Citrus fruits.
• Spinach.
• Broccoli.

On wichealth.org, participants can find lots of recipes using these ingredients!

01/20/2026

📣WE ARE CLOSED Thursday, January 22nd starting at 1 pm!
We will open again Friday, January 23rd at 8 AM.
Please leave a voicemail or message us with any questions or concerns. We apologize for any inconvenience.

01/16/2026

Making pizza on a tortilla is not only healthier for you, but also the perfect opportunity to get your little ones in the kitchen with you to make their own pizzas. What are your favorite pizza toppings? https://www.myplate.gov/recipes/skinny-pizza

01/16/2026

📣WE ARE CLOSED January 19th for the Holiday!
We will open again Tuesday, January 20th at 8 AM.
Please leave a voicemail or message us with any questions or concerns. We apologize for any inconvenience.

01/13/2026

Yes! You can breastfeed when you’re ill. In fact, continuing to breastfeed helps protect your baby because your body produces antibodies and other immune factors that pass through your milk. These help your little one fight off the same illness or reduce its severity. Breastfeeding while sick also supports your own health by preventing engorgement and maintaining your milk supply, which can be disrupted if feeds or pumping sessions are skipped.

[Image Description] Photo of a woman blowing her nose. Text reads, "Can I breastfeed if I'm sick with a cold or the flu? Yes!" La Leche League USA logo sits underneath.

01/13/2026

You got your first breast pump! Now what? Check out the tips from the USDA or contact the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor at your WIC local agency for assistance. https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/learning-pump-and-hand-express-milk

01/08/2026

Too wet or cold to play outside? Try having a family dance party to shake off that extra energy! Not only will you get exercise, but you will also have fun and make memories!

Visit https://health.mo.gov/living/families/wic/ to find out more about WIC.

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01/06/2026

New Year - New Nutrition!
Here are some tips for raising healthy eaters in the New Year! 🥑🍊🍅

01/05/2026

At three years old, most children can:
• Talk with you in conversation using at least two back-and-forth exchanges.
• Ask "who," "what," "where" or "why" questions, like "Where is daddy?"
• Say what action is happening in a picture or book when asked, like "running," "eating" or "playing."
• Say first name when asked.
• Talk well enough for others to understand, most of the time.

To learn more about developmental milestones, visit https://www.cdc.gov/act-early/milestones/3-years.html.

01/02/2026

Missouri WIC participants have a great resource in their free wichealth.org account!
This account offers:
• Online nutrition education courses.
• Access to Health eKitchen.
• Hundreds of recipes made with WIC-approved food items.
If you haven’t used wichealth.org yet, contact your WIC local agency to get started. Keep your family happy and healthy with WIC!

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12/30/2025

Happy New Year! ✨🎉
📣WE ARE CLOSED Thursday, January 1st for the Holiday!
We will open again Friday, January 2nd at 8 am.
Please leave a voicemail or message us with any questions or concerns. We apologize for any inconvenience.

12/26/2025

https://www.mother.ly/health-wellness/womens-health/embarrassing-breastfeeding-questions/

A lactation consultant, nutritionist and doula shares answers to common yet embarrassing questions, like “Is it normal to leak breast milk during sex?” and “Does what I eat affect my milk supply?” Here’s what to know.