Waukesha County WIC

Waukesha County WIC The Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program is a Federal Program providing food and nutrition information to women, infants and children under 5.

WIC families, we want to wish you a happy Thanksgiving. 🍂🥧 We are so thankful for all of you! Thank you for helping us b...
11/28/2025

WIC families, we want to wish you a happy Thanksgiving. 🍂🥧 We are so thankful for all of you! Thank you for helping us build a supportive community for all Wisconsin families. 🧡

Please know we are closed today and tomorrow, but will be back Monday, December 1st. If you have questions, call our office at (262) 896-8440 and leave a message. We will get back to you as soon as we can!

🥧 Celebrate Thanksgiving with WIC! 🌽WIC benefits can help you prepare a delicious and nutritious holiday meal for your f...
11/24/2025

🥧 Celebrate Thanksgiving with WIC! 🌽

WIC benefits can help you prepare a delicious and nutritious holiday meal for your family. From staples like potatoes, green beans, and corn to pumpkin purée for festive desserts, WIC offers a variety of healthy options to support your Thanksgiving menu. Don’t forget, milk and eggs are also included and can be used in many of your favorite holiday recipes.

WIC is here to help make your Thanksgiving celebration both meaningful and budget-friendly.

If you or someone you know could benefit from additional support, here is a list of free community Thanksgiving meals available in Waukesha County. Please feel free to pass this information along and help spread the word.

These Thanksgiving sides are all made with YOUR WIC foods! 🦃🧡From creamy mashed potatoes to homemade cornbread stuffing,...
11/20/2025

These Thanksgiving sides are all made with YOUR WIC foods! 🦃🧡

From creamy mashed potatoes to homemade cornbread stuffing, your WIC benefits have you covered for the holiday table.

Check out all the following recipes that use WIC-approved foods like:
Pumpkin Soup
Black Bean Soup with Smoked Turkey
Holiday Sweet Potatoes
Harvest Salad

Head to wichealth.org and check out Health eKitchen for hundreds of family-friendly recipes using your WIC foods. You can search by ingredient, bookmark your favorites, and even create a complete meal plan! 💛

Which side dish are you most excited to make?

The best part of a holiday meal? The leftovers! Make sure to store them safely.✅ Refrigerate perishable food within 2 ho...
11/19/2025

The best part of a holiday meal? The leftovers! Make sure to store them safely.
✅ Refrigerate perishable food within 2 hours.
✅ Use shallow containers so food cools quickly.
✅ Eat leftovers within 3–4 days or freeze for later.

When in doubt, throw it out!
https://www.foodsafety.gov/blog/leftovers-gift-keeps-giving

Through their Not My Destiny recipe series, the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians Health Department shares nutritious and ...
11/19/2025

Through their Not My Destiny recipe series, the Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians Health Department shares nutritious and delicious Indigenous recipes using many WIC-approved ingredients to make healthy eating more approachable without compromising on traditional ingredients and flavor! 🥘

Get the recipe videos and downloadable PDFs (link in bio): https://signupwic.com/resources/not-our-destiny-recipe-series


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Mediante la serie de recetas “Not Our Destiny” (No Es Nuestro Destino), el Departamento de Salud de la Tribu Otoe-Missouria comparte recetas indígenas nutritivas y deliciosas, elaboradas con ingredientes aprobados por el WIC, ¡para que comer sano sea más accesible sin sacrificar los sabores ni los ingredientes tradicionales! 🥘

Descargue los videos y los archivos PDF de las recetas: https://signupwic.com/resources/not-our-destiny-recipe-series

🦃 Thanksgiving at Waukesha Food Pantry!📅 Nov 17–22 – All clients get regular groceries + a holiday meal bag (stuffing, p...
11/18/2025

🦃 Thanksgiving at Waukesha Food Pantry!

📅 Nov 17–22 – All clients get regular groceries + a holiday meal bag (stuffing, potatoes, gravy, & more) 🥩 plus a holiday meat or voucher.

⏰ Mon–Fri 1–3 PM | Mon 6–8 PM | Sat 9:30–11:30 AM
✅ No extra sign-up for registered clients

💛 Thanks to all donors for making the holidays brighter!

Did you know 🤔 1 in 10 babies are born preterm in the United States? Luckily, numerous studies show that participation i...
11/18/2025

Did you know 🤔 1 in 10 babies are born preterm in the United States?

Luckily, numerous studies show that participation in is associated with improved birth outcomes, including higher birth weight, lower likelihood of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admission, and lower Medicaid costs for newborns and birthing parents.

You can get started with WIC as soon as you know that you’re pregnant, and we’ll be here for you throughout your pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting journey!

Learn more about prematurity and get resources (link in bio): https://www.marchofdimes.org/prematurity-awareness-month


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¿Sabía que 🤔 1 de cada 10 bebés nacen antes de término en Estados Unidos?

Afortunadamente, hay muchos estudios que demuestran que la participación en los programas del está asociada a mejores resultados del parto, como: el peso al nacer, menos probabilidades de ingresar a la unidad de cuidados neonatales intensivos (NICU) y una reducción de los costos de Medicaid para los recién nacidos y sus padres.

Puede comenzar con el programa WIC inmediatamente después de enterarse de su embarazo. ¡La acompañaremos durante todo su embarazo, posparto y recorreremos

Get kids involved in meal preparation! 🥦🍅 Let them pick out fruits and veggies at the grocery store or farmers market, a...
11/16/2025

Get kids involved in meal preparation! 🥦🍅 Let them pick out fruits and veggies at the grocery store or farmers market, and then have them help wash, peel, and chop them for meals.

When kids are involved in food preparation, it can encourage them to try new foods and learn where our foods come from 👩‍🌾 And with WIC, you can get fresh, canned, or frozen fruits and veggies to accommodate your families specific needs and preferences! 🙌

Not enrolled in WIC yet? Learn more about the benefits and get started today: https://signupwic.com/about


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¡Involucre a los niños en la preparación de las comidas! 🥦🍅 Permítales elegir frutas y verduras en el supermercado o en el mercado, y luego pídales que le ayuden a lavarlas, pelarlas y cortarlas para las comidas.

Cuando los niños participan en la preparación de alimentos, es más probable que se animen a probar nuevos sabores y aprendan de dónde provienen los alimentos. 👩‍🌾 Y con el WIC, ¡usted puede obtener frutas y verduras frescas, enlatadas o congeladas para satisfacer las necesidades y preferencias específicas de su familia! 🙌

¿Aún no se inscribió en el WIC? Obtenga más información sobre los beneficios y comience hoy mismo: https://signupwic.com/about

🌼 Behind every WIC appointment is a team that truly cares. 🌼To all our WIC nutrition educators, clerks, and breastfeedin...
11/14/2025

🌼 Behind every WIC appointment is a team that truly cares. 🌼

To all our WIC nutrition educators, clerks, and breastfeeding peer counselors, thank you. You show up with compassion, patience, and dedication every single day. Your kindness helps create healthy beginnings for so many Wisconsin families.

This November, we’re especially grateful for our incredible WIC staff, the everyday heroes who make a difference one family at a time. ❤️

If a WIC team member has made a positive impact on your family, drop a ❤️ or share a thank-you message below. Let’s show our WIC community just how much they are appreciated!


November marks —a time dedicated to acknowledging the history, honoring the traditions, and celebrating the contributio...
11/11/2025

November marks —a time dedicated to acknowledging the history, honoring the traditions, and celebrating the contributions of Indigenous and Native American people.

At WIC, we strive to make every family feel heard, seen, valued, and supported. We’re committed to supporting families with nutritious foods and culturally relevant resources that honor traditional practices and strengthen our communities. 🧡

Find a WIC clinic near you and check out this guide on breastfeeding for Native American and Alaska Native Families (link in bio): https://signupwic.com/resources/guide-to-breastfeeding-american-indian-alaska-native-families


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En noviembre, celebramos el Mes de la Herencia Indígena Estadounidense , un tiempo dedicado a reconocer la historia, honrar las tradiciones, y celebrar las contribuciones de los pueblos indígenas y nativos estadounidenses.

En WIC, nos esforzamos para que todas las familias se sientan escuchadas, vistas, valoradas y apoyadas. Estamos comprometidos a brindarles a las familias alimentos nutritivos y recursos culturalmente relevantes que honren las prácticas tradicionales y fortalezcan nuestras comunidades. 🧡

Encuentre una clínica del WIC cercana y eche un vistazo a esta Guía sobre Lactancia Materna para Familias Nativas Estadounidenses y de Alaska: https://signupwic.com/resources/guide-to-breastfeeding-american-indian-alaska-native-families

The Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha County is now accepting applications for families in need. Their mission is t...
11/06/2025

The Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha County is now accepting applications for families in need. Their mission is to spread holiday cheer by coordinating gifts for children across Waukesha County. To qualify:

✅Must live in Waukesha County, WI.
✅Have child(ren) placed with you 50% of the time or more.
✅Income must meet federal assistance program qualifications (e.g., free/reduced lunch, Badgercare, Foodshare).
✅Families facing sudden financial hardship are also invited to apply.
✅Children must be aged newborn to 18, or if 18+, enrolled in high school.

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https://www.christmasclearingcouncil.org/application

As daylight saving time comes to an end on Nov. 2, keep safety in mind!✅ Test all smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in yo...
11/03/2025

As daylight saving time comes to an end on Nov. 2, keep safety in mind!

✅ Test all smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in your home
✅ Replace batteries at least once a year
✅ Check the manufacture date on your alarms to see if they need to be replaced

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514 Riverview Avenue
Waukesha, WI
53188

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 4pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 5:50pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 4pm
Thursday 8:15am - 4pm
Friday 8:15am - 4pm

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+12628968440

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