December's curated content for WIC professionals

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2025 WIC Breastfeeding
Award of Excellence

Submit your application for the 2025 WIC Breastfeeding Award of Excellence by December 20. Local agencies that have operated a breastfeeding peer counseling program for at least 1 year are eligible to apply.

Apply through the online application portal at the link below.

WIC's 50th Anniversary

We had a blast celebrating WIC's 50th Anniversary all year long. As we close out 2024, check out all of the WIC 50th resources available on WIC Works including 50 fun facts, a quiz, a historical infographic, and more.

Plus, check out how WIC staff across the country celebrated by visiting WIC 50th Celebration Stories.

new!
What Do I Do With My...
Resources for Participants

Encourage participants to get the most out of their food package by sharing our collection of new What Do I Do With My (WDIDWM) content tailored just for them. We just added winter squash, beans, and tofu!

New Course on WIC Learning Online (WLOL)

We've updated our inventory of courses on WLOL. A new course, Building Rapport through Strong Collaboration*, is now available! Learn about managing conflicts to improve collaboration, developing strong interpersonal skills, and more.

*This course replaces Confronting Your Assumptions.

Meals of the Month:
Focus on Folate

Folate is a key nutrient during pregnancy and plays an important role in preventing neural tube defects in babies. January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month and a great time to review information about this nutrient. WIC staff can share with participants how to include folate-rich foods to get the most out of their food package.

Taking Care of You

Having a new baby can be both wonderful, and tiring. There are various ways new moms can regain strength and energy so they can better care for themselves and their new baby.

Share this article with participants to help them choose self-care activities that work best for them.

Drug and Medication Use During Pregnancy or While Breastfeeding

According to the CDC, individuals who are pregnant or are thinking of becoming pregnant should talk to their healthcare providers before starting or stopping any medicines.

On WIC Works, WIC staff can find information on medication use while pregnant and breastfeeding and on making referrals to appropriate healthcare providers.

Monthly Look Ahead

National Birth Defects Awareness Month

January 2025 Birth defects occur in approximately 1 of every 33 infants born in the U.S. each year. While not all birth defects are preventable, WIC staff can raise awareness, provide education, and share the resources found at the link below.

Did You Know?

25 Years of WIC Works Resource System

2025 marks 25 years of the WIC Works Resource System! In 2025 you'll find tips and tricks for WIC staff to get the most out of WIC Works, virtual meeting backgrounds, and more.