Bay Area WIC

06/08/2026

Carbohydrates are one of the most important nutrients for your body! Carbs are the body’s main fuel source, breaking down the energy your little one needs to grow and play! 🏃 You can get carbohydrates from a wide variety of nutritious foods like rice, oats, pasta products, and potatoes.

Want more nutrition insights for your family or recipes to make with your family’s grocery favorites? WIC is ready to help!

Learn more about healthy eating or connect with a WIC dietitian by visiting www.signupwic.com!💓

06/05/2026

06/03/2026

WIC Farmers Market season has started! 🌽🍓
FMNP (Farmers Market Nutrition Program) benefits are back! That means extra support to help you buy fresh, local foods at your farmers market.
Have questions? Reach out to your local WIC agency. We’re here to help!

06/01/2026

Happy World Milk Day!
WIC offers a variety of milk options to fit your family’s needs and preferences, including:🥛 Cow's milk
🥛 Lactose-free milk
🥛 Plant-based milk
🥛 Kosher milk
🥛 Nonfat dry milk
🥛 Evaporated milk
Check your food package to see which options are available to you and reach out to your local WIC agency if you have any questions.

05/29/2026

🫛 Peas are the WIC-approved food of the month! Peas are packed with health benefits, and they’re a highly versatile kitchen staple that can be eaten raw, steamed, boiled, roasted, or pan-fried 💪
Peas are packed with antioxidants that help build your immune system. They also contain carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, which can protect your eyes from chronic diseases! 👀 Peas are also a great source of protein and fiber, helping your body break down carbohydrates and manage your blood sugar! 🌟
This month, try incorporating peas in your family's diet. You can even experiment with different methods of cooking them. Let us know your favorite way! 💭

05/27/2026

Just like during pregnancy, eating healthy and nutrient-dense foods while breastfeeding or pumping is important! WIC offers specialized food packages for parents who are breastfeeding or combo-feeding their child up to 12 months old. 🥗🥑🍳
Your local WIC clinic may also provide breastfeeding and pumping supplies, and many parents can access free lactation support from peer counselors and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs).
Learn more about what WIC can support you on your breastfeeding journey: https://signupwic.com/news/get-started-wic

05/26/2026

Iodine is an essential mineral during all stages of life! ❤️ Iodine supports the thyroid by producing hormones necessary to regulate metabolism, heart rate, and body temperature. 🌡️ Iodine is also important during pregnancy! Regular iodine intake helps form the cerebral cortex, neural pathways, and hippocampus, helping your baby’s cognitive development! 🧠
The body cannot store iodine for long periods of time, so try to incorporate iodine regularly into your diet! Dairy, seaweed, and seafood are all plentiful sources of iodine. 🐟
Want to learn more about how nutrients support your family's health? Visit www.signupwic.com/about to learn more!

05/22/2026

If you or your child has a food allergy, intolerance, or other adverse reaction to certain foods, WIC staff can customize your food package to fit your needs. That means more choices, fewer worries, and better support for your family’s nutritional health! 🍽️💜
To learn more about WIC and connect with a clinic near you, visit www.signupwic.com.
For food allergy resources, visit https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/resources/food-allergies.

05/20/2026

Did you know there’s something you can do to help prevent your baby from developing food allergies? Evidence shows that introducing of major food allergens early can significantly lower the risk of food allergies among children. 💡
You can introduce safely food allergens at the same time you start to offer other solid foods to your baby by taking steps like:
🔹 Paying attention to timing: Start offering food allergens to your baby when they are developmentally ready, around 4 to 6 months, when other solids are introduced.
🔹 Avoiding choking risks: Baby’s first foods should always be in baby friendly forms.
🔹 Being consistent: Any progress is a great start! The key is to be consistent and gradually increase the amount of each allergen they eat.
🔹 Offering lots of variety: While you don’t want to offer two new foods in the same meal, giving your baby a chance to try lots of different foods over time helps them experience different flavors, textures, and nutrients.
🔹 Keeping your healthcare and WIC team in the loop: Talk to your healthcare team and WIC clinic staff about food allergies early, even at your 1- or 3-month appointments or at WIC check-ins! They are here to support you with your feeding plans.
For more information on introducing allergens to your child’s diet, visit www.fampitfamily.org/early-allergen-introduction

05/18/2026

May is Food Allergy Awareness Month 🗓️ It’s the perfect time to learn about food allergies in babies and toddlers and how to manage them in everyday life! A food allergy happens when the immune system overreacts to a specific protein (an allergen) in a food, treating it like a threat. This can trigger symptoms ranging from mild to severe, also known as an “allergic reaction.” 🍞🥛🥜
To learn more, visit www.fampitfamily.org, a website with resources to help families navigate the early years of food allergies with confidence and ease!