Tel: 360-645-2441
Women's Infants Children (WIC)
Here is a link for some great nutrition education.
This information comes from the Department of Health.
What is WIC
WIC is nutrition education such as;
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Kid-friendly recipes, tips about feeding children, and Ideas to improve the whole families health and nutrition intake.
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Nutrition advice for children with food allergies
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one-on-one appointments with a nutritionist
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Ideas about how to be active as a family.
WIC is breastfeeding support
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information about the benefits of breastfeeding
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one-on-one appointments with a peer counselor
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opportunities to connect with other breastfeeding moms
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information and resources to help keep moms breastfeeding.
WIC is Monthly eWIC benefits for Health Food
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Monthly eWIC benefits for Healthy Foods like; Milk, cereal, fruits, and vegetables.
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Extra Foods for Fully Breastfeeding participants
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Iron-fortified formula, for non-breastfed babies
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jarred baby fruits, vegetables and meats
WIC is health screening and referrals
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measuring growth, height, weight, and blood iron levels
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Identification of health risks
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Immunization screenings
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Referrals to other services;
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Medical care
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Basic food program
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Local food banks
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Dental care
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Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
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Family planning clinics
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