January's curated content for WIC professionals

WIC Turns 50!

Celebrate with us all year long by sharing the resources featured on the page below. We’ll be adding resources throughout the year, so be sure to check back regularly. 

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VENA Training and Self-Study Videos on Percipio

Explore new VENA training resources now available on Percipio. Learn about using technology effectively, strategies for guided goal setting, tips for conducting nutrition assessments, and more.

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Health Observances
Topic Page

You can now find all WIC-related health observance pages in one place to assist with planning ahead for these observances! We update these pages annually to reflect the most recent information and resources available for each observance.

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WBFS Social Media Messages

Interested in engaging your participants on social media? Try our new messages to support your families who breastfeed.

WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum

Did you know you can order the WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum as a flash drive in both English and Spanish from the WIC Works publication ordering page?

Need it faster? The curriculum is also available for download in both English and Spanish on Hightail.

Strengthening Access to Baby Formula for WIC Participants

The Implementation of the Access to Baby Formula Act of 2022 and Related Provisions rule strengthens WIC’s ability to address certain disasters, emergencies, and supply chain disruptions, particularly those impacting infant formula.

Everyone, including WIC participants, can leave comments on the rule now through February 12, 2024!

Monthly Look Ahead

National Children's Dental Health Month

February 2024 Smile! February is National Children's Dental Health Month. Find recipes, a children's book, posters, and other free materials to help you promote the benefits of good oral health for WIC children.

Did You Know?

WIC Meals of the Month: Honing in on Heart Health

Celebrate American Heart Month in February by sharing these heart-healthy recipes with participants to help them get the most out of their food packages.