Lake-Geauga WIC Program

09/13/2026

Happy Grandparents Day to all the dedicated and loving grandparents out there! 💖 Grandparents play a special and important role in shaping the lives of their grandchildren. Thank you for all the love and support you show!

Remember: if you are a grandparent raising a young child, WIC can be part of your support system! Learn more at signupwic.com/about

09/09/2026

Breastfeeding to meet at the Bluffs at 10:30-12:30 and it is apple craft theme!

Address is 2901 Clark Rd, Perry, OH 44081

09/08/2026

September is ! 👶Baby Safety Month is a great reminder of how you can actively help prevent injuries for your baby. Want to learn more about safety practices for your family? 💓Check out the Baby Safety Foundation’s ‘Baby Safety 101’ Guide: https://babysafetyfoundation.org/baby-safety-101

09/07/2026

09/04/2026

September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating the simple test that saves thousands of lives every single year.

It’s a heel prick that checks for more than 30 serious but treatable health conditions. This screening gives babies the best chance at a healthy start by catching issues before symptoms even appear.

Learn more about newborn screening here: https://newbornscreening.hrsa.gov/

09/01/2026

It’s , and this year’s theme is “Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the modern parent.” 🤱 At WIC, we support working parents by providing breast pumps, peer support and lactation experts, nutritious food, and personalized food packages to support your breastfeeding goals.

Check out the Ohio Workplace PLUS Toolkit at https://odh.ohio.gov/know-our-programs/Breastfeeding/Worksites to ensure your workplace is breastfeeding friendly.

We believe breastfeeding parents should be able to feed their babies or toddlers (or pump/hand express milk!) at work, school, and in public with respect and support. Learn more about your breastfeeding rights: https://signupwic.com/resources/know-your-rights-breastfeeding

08/24/2026

Moving is a part of life for many military families, and your WIC benefits can move with you. You can even set up benefits before your household goods arrive at your new home! 🏠

Many WIC offices are located on or near military bases, making it easier to get resources like breastfeeding support and nutritious foods. Did you know? 🤔 Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) and Overseas Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) are not counted when applying for WIC!

WIC is also available overseas through the WIC Overseas Program. Wherever you're stationed, support is within reach. Want to learn more about breastfeeding support for military families? Check out these blog posts from the Global Military Lactation Community: https://globalmilcom.org/blog

08/21/2026

The health benefits of breastfeeding are well-researched for baby and parent! 🤱
Data from the USDA show that breastfeeding support efforts helped increase the number of WIC families who chose to start breastfeeding to 70% in 2022. While there’s still work to do, let’s celebrate the wins and strive for even stronger breastfeeding support this and beyond! 💖
WIC is here to support your family from the moment you know you’re pregnant, up to your child’s fifth birthday! Read more: https://www.cbpp.org/blog/growing-share-of-infants-participating-in-wic-are-breastfed

08/19/2026

Corn and whole-wheat tortillas are a nutrient-dense and versatile kitchen staple, and also this month’s WIC-approved food! 🌟

Corn and whole-wheat tortillas are great sources of protein and fiber and can be incorporated in your family’s meals in countless ways! Try out some of these recipe ideas:

🌯Burritos and breakfast wraps: You can add your favorite veggies for extra flavor.
🍲Tortilla soup or casserole.
🍕Custom tortilla pizza: Use your tortilla as the “dough” and add your favorite toppings.

Use your WIC benefits to make healthy and delicious meals for your family! Learn more at www.signupwic.com/about 💜

08/18/2026

🌺 August 15–21 is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Breastfeeding Week – a time to uplift the unique cultural traditions, stories, and strengths of AANHPI families.

We honor parents, caregivers, and advocates who nourish their babies and communities through breastfeeding, often while navigating language, cultural, and systemic barriers.

We are proud to support AANHPI families through WIC that center care, equity, and belonging.