Risk factor policy update
Exhibit 5-T: MN WIC Risk Criteria has been updated to reflect revisions to the following risk factors:
TodaysBaby programs and research studies
MN WIC is sharing the opportunity for pregnant WIC participants to enroll in the TodaysBaby Research Study Program. The baby care education and research study is designed by health care experts to provide up-to-date information on baby sleep, baby feeding, or baby interactions through free videos and messages sent directly to those enrolled!
Participants are eligible if:
- They are at least 18 years old.
- Currently pregnant and less than 30 weeks along.
MN WIC will send this app message to registered Minnesota WIC App users on May 12.
Subject: Resource:TodaysBaby
Notification: TodaysBaby is a baby care education and research study, and you can sign up if you’re 18 or older and pregnant (less than 30 weeks). You’ll get videos and text messages to help you make the best choices for your baby!
Learn more and sign up: TodaysBaby enroll (todaysbaby.org/enroll?ws=0)
More information is posted on the WIC Breastfeeding Resources webpage. TodaysBaby is working to share updated flyers with local agencies who have requested them in the past.
2025 Title V needs assessment community input survey
MDH is seeking input on a maternal and child health action plan, as a part of the 2025 needs assessment. Please respond to the short Title V survey and help make sure your needs – and those of your family and community – are heard. Participation in this survey is voluntary and intended to provide Minnesotans with an opportunity to share their thoughts about maternal and child health in Minnesota. Individuals who complete the survey by May 18 will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card. The survey will take 5-10 minutes to complete.
Please share the survey across the families you serve - we want to get the survey to as many Minnesotans as we can! You are invited to complete the survey as well.
Minnesota WIC designated breastfeeding expert practice group - no meeting in May due to Memorial Day
Going forward, the date and time for the designated breastfeeding expert practice group will be located on the local agency WIC calendar. Please access the TEAMS link from the calendar. An email will be sent monthly to the designated breastfeeding experts with a review of what will be discussed at the upcoming meeting. If you are not receiving these emails, please reach out to rosie.pierce-martin@state.mn.us.
As a reminder, meetings will be held monthly on the fourth Monday, from 9 -10 a.m. This is a drop-in style group, no need to rsvp or attend all meetings.
The next meeting will be on Monday, June 23, 9 -10 a.m.
Peer breastfeeding webpage and resources
Updated peer active client list
- The Infoview report, peer active client list, has been updated to include the most recent contact date and type. It lets you quickly see if a peer has recent data entered for their clients. To limit the list to only clients for your peer program, use input controls to select all staff who enter peer data, including coordinators and peers. You can then filter the list for selected peers, if desired.
New peer breastfeeding webpage
- A peer breastfeeding program webpage has been created, that will include peer statistics and an interactive map, along with new resources for peer counselors.
New resources
If there are any questions, reach out to kristen.bricko@state.mn.us
Supporting sensory-friendly nutrition for autistic children
Autistic children are often very sensitive to how food feels, smells, and looks, which can greatly impact their willingness to try new foods. Supporting Sensory-friendly Nutrition for Autistic Children - Topic of the Month (PDF) explores how to support their nutritional needs in a sensory-friendly and respectful manner.
Local agency staff should talk to their supervisor for approval before registering for training.
Refer to WIC Annual Required Trainings for staff training requirements.
Upcoming trainings
Register now for 2025 state sponsored lactation courses
The Minnesota WIC program offers continuing education courses at no cost for WIC staff to increase their knowledge of various lactation topics. More information about courses and registration is available on the 2025 state sponsored lactation courses memo.
Spaces are very limited. Register quickly to ensure a spot in the training you want! MWRTrainings.com
Questions? Contact rosie.pierce-martin@state.mn.us.
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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