January's curated content for WIC professionals

WIC is at the forefront of improving our nation's health!

2026 WIC Breastfeeding Award of Excellence

There is still time to submit your application for the 2026 WIC Breastfeeding Award of Excellence! Applications are being accepted on WIC Works through February 2, 2026. Local agencies that have operated a breastfeeding peer counseling program for at least one year are eligible to apply.

WIC Breastfeeding Data Local Agency Report

The WIC Breastfeeding Data Local Agency Report is now on an interactive dashboard! Check out State and local agency breastfeeding data using maps, charts, and filters.

Butternut Squash Soup

This hearty Butternut Squash Soup is perfect for chillier weather — warm, nourishing, and full of flavor. Share this recipe with WIC families who are looking for a cozy seasonal recipe.

Setting Your Breastfeeding Goals

Help moms set breastfeeding goals in the new year! Whether they are pregnant, newly postpartum, or returning to work, share this article that includes small-step ideas that can help participants reach their breastfeeding goals.

Monthly Look Ahead

WIC Meals of the Month: Honing in on Heart Health

Celebrate American Heart Month in February by sharing these heart-healthy recipes with participants. You’ll find tasty recipes like Cinnamon Apple Overnight Oats and Fish Tacos with Tangy Slaw, just to name a few. You can also learn more about a heart-healthy diet on Eye on Nutrition: A Heart-Healthy Diet.

Did You Know?

Breastfeeding Basics Quiz

Did you know there are quizzes on WIC Breastfeeding Support, like the Breastfeeding Basics Quiz? Sharing quizzes with participants can help reinforce breastfeeding topics for WIC moms and moms-to-be. You can also find a variety of other quizzes to share with participants on the WIC Breastfeeding Support Quiz Index.