Section 6.8, 6.11, 6-G, 6-E, 5-FF, and Karen R&R
Section 6.8: Nutrition Education Documentation has been updated:
- Removed references to any paper documentation. Removed information that is no longer relevant.
- Better description of the functionality of the nutrition education page and notes in the Information System. Describe when it is appropriate to use each type of documentation function.
- Added information about continuity of care.
- Added WIC Nutrition Education Documentation resource that describes best practices for documentation.
Section 6.11: Supporting Breastfeeding Through Breast Pump Access and Education on Expressing Milk has been updated:
- Specified the nipple shield issuance plan components.
- Added inclusive language.
- Clarified that lactation supplies include things like flanges, pump parts, etc.
Exhibit 6-G: Breast Pump and Supplies Issuance and Inventory Log replaces Exhibits 6-G1: Log of WIC Breastpump Issuance and Inventory and 6-G2: Log of Breastpump Issuance.
- This is an example of a pump and lactation supplies inventory and tracking sheet for agencies to use to track ordering and issuing of pumps and lactation aids. It should be downloaded and modified to match the local agency’s needs.
Exhibit 1K: Your Rights and Responsibilities- Karen was updated with the 2022 Nondiscrimination Statement.
We have removed:
New social media toolkit: WIC cereal benefit recipes
Help WIC families transform their meals with creativity using our new WIC Cereal Benefit Recipes social media toolkit! The messaging is aimed at encouraging cereal use beyond the breakfast bowl. Dive into a world of diverse recipes, from savory to sweet, showcasing how WIC-allowed cereals can elevate every dish. The new toolkit is on the WIC Communications and Outreach page. It features research, customizable social media messages, links to cereal recipes, and photos.
Join us in unlocking the potential of breakfast cereal, exploring new culinary horizons, and empowering families to optimize their WIC cereal benefits by incorporating these versatile, nutrient-rich cereals into a wide range of delicious recipes. Watch the Minnesota WIC Facebook and Minnesota WIC Instagram channels in February for a few posts!
WIC breastfeeding curriculum trainings– level 4 now available for self-study
Local agencies can register now for the following WIC breastfeeding curriculum trainings:
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Levels 1, 2, 3, and 4: Self-Study are available on the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Learning Center (log in and search keyword “breastfeeding” to view available trainings).
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Level 1: Required for Clerk, Peer, CPA, and DBE
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Level 2: Required for Peer, CPA, and DBE
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Level 2: PEERS ONLY: Additional content only for Peers
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Level 3: Required for CPA and DBE
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Level 4: Required for Designated Breastfeeding Expert (DBE)
- Begin by completing training level 1 and continue to the highest level applicable to your role.
For more information refer to WIC Lactation Continuing Education or email Rosie Pierce-Martin Rosie.Pierce-Martin@state.mn.us.
New resource available for staff!
A WIC Cultural Toolkit has been posted on our website as a resource to support staff across the state that work with a variety of different cultures. Each toolkit provides basic information about the culture described. It is meant to offer staff an opportunity to learn common themes to help staff increase their understanding of another’s culture, and to help build curiosity and rapport during each interaction. The contents of the Toolkit cannot account for the diversity within a specific society or culture and is not meant, in any way, to infer to all people within a cultural group.
We appreciate the time and input that we received from local agency staff, who have contributed to write, revise, and improve these resources.
These are working documents and we will continue to develop additional resources. If you find something that is incorrect or misrepresents a culture, please let us know. If you are passionate about or represent a culture that is not included and you would like to contribute to writing or editing, please email Carole Kelnhofer (Carole.Kelnhofer@state.mn.us) or Jenny Skinner (jenny.skinner@state.mn.us). We value your lived experience and welcome the chance to learn from you.
We're celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. Since the opening of the first clinic in 1974, WIC has been committed to improving maternal and child outcomes.
The February WIC 50th Anniversary Partner toolkit is ready and includes a video on Why WIC Matters, social media graphics, and sample social media post language.
Check out the Celebrating 50 years of WIC webpage for additional resources.
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Local agency staff should talk to their supervisor for approval before registering for training.
Register for “Perinatal Substance Use - How to Best Support Pregnant and Parenting Participants”
Date: Wednesday, March 27, 8:30- 10 a.m.
Description: Join us for this informative presentation, as Dr. Cresta W. Jones presents information on perinatal substance use and how to best support participants who use drugs while pregnant and/or when parenting.
Objectives:
- Provide a general overview of substance use in pregnant and parenting people in the United States.
- Discuss implications of substance use.
- Introduce information on how to talk with participants regarding perinatal substance use.
Register by clicking the link below:
Perinatal Substance Use - How to Best Support Pregnant and Parenting Participants
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New staff training refresh
The New Staff Training (NST) guide has a new look! The NST guide supports new staff that are learning their role at WIC and is a resource for continuing education for senior staff. The refresh separated the HuBERT practice exercises and additional training resources into separate documents so that new staff can focus on the core trainings required to perform their role. If you haven’t recently, take a peek at the NST guide (phases 1-4) and all the valuable resources within.
The Week Ahead
Check out upcoming trainings and meetings: Local Agency WIC Calendar
Find new job opportunities on the WIC Job Postings webpage.
Submit job postings using the WIC Job Postings survey.
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