St. Joseph WIC Program - Paterson

09/21/2026

Did you know? 🤔 offers a wide variety of breastfeeding support services for you! 🤱Whether it’s guidance from peer counselors, support from lactation consultants, or access to breastfeeding supplies, WIC is here to help.

Want to learn more about how WIC can help you on your breastfeeding journey? Visit signupwic.com to find a clinic near you! 🫶

09/18/2026

Recipe for Hispanic Heritage Month: Albóndigas (Meatball Soup)

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we're highlighting recipes that honor cultural traditions while supporting good health. Our featured recipe is a simple and mild version of Albóndigas, a Mexican meatball soup.

This dish is a great example of how nutritious food ingredients can create something truly special! Try the recipe and share the tradition: https://eatfresh.org/recipe/soups/meatball-soup-albondigas/

This is a delicious, mild version of a traditional Mexican soup.

09/15/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month: September 15 – October 15
Del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, honramos las ricas culturas, tradiciones y aportes de las comunidades hispanas y latinas en todo Estados Unidos. En el WIC, nos enorgullece servir y celebrar a nuestras familias diversas todos los días.

La comida es el corazón de muchas tradiciones. Con el WIC, su familia puede disfrutar de esos alimentos importantes para cada cultura, como:

🌽 Maíz: un alimento básico rico en fibra
🫘 Frijoles: llenos de proteína y hierro
🍚 Arroz integral: una opción de cereal integral versátil
🥑 Aguacates: llenos de grasas saludables
🍌 Plátanos: una excelente fuente de vitaminas A y C

Hable con su nutricionista del WIC para aprender a incluir sus alimentos culturales favoritos en sus compras del WIC. Visite www.signupwic.com/es para comenzar.

Hispanic Heritage Month: September 15 – October 15
¡Celebramos! Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉🌎

From September 15 to October 15, we honor the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across the United States. At WIC, we are proud to serve and celebrate our diverse families every day!

Food is at the heart of so many traditions. With WIC, your family can enjoy culturally significant foods, like:

🌽 Corn (maíz) – a staple rich in fiber
🫘 Beans (frijoles) – packed with protein and iron
🍚 Brown Rice (arroz) – a versatile whole grain option
🥑 Avocados (aguacates) – full of healthy fats
🍌 Plantains (plátanos) – a great source of vitamins A and C

Talk to your WIC nutritionist about how to include your favorite cultural foods in your WIC shopping. Visit www.signupwic.com to get started.

09/14/2026

Easy Ways to Add Fruits & Veggies to Your Family’s Diet

At WIC, we know how important it is to incorporate fruits and vegetables into your family’s diet! Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber that help the growth of your littles. 💪Luckily, there are so many creative ways of incorporating fruits and veggies into your meals! Here are a few tips to easily include fruits and vegetables in your little one’s diet.

🍇Keep fruit and veggie snacks easily accessible. Keep a bowl of washed grapes or baby carrots in the fridge for kids to grab when they're hungry!

🍕Use fruits and veggies as toppings for kid-friendly dishes like pizza, pasta, or yogurt parfaits.

🍝Sneak veggies into favorite dishes! Try blending them into smoothies, sauces, or batter.

09/09/2026

Nutrient of the Month: Vitamin B9

Vitamin B9 (or folate/folic acid) is a critical nutrient for pregnancy and infancy! 🤰Vitamin B9 helps support cell growth for expecting and breastfeeding mothers and infants! 👶Here are some of the ways Vitamin B9 will aid you and your baby during pregnancy and postpartum:

🧬 Supports the formation of DNA, helping your baby’s development and growth!
🩸 Helps your body make healthy red blood cells.
🧠 Drastically reduces the likelihood of neurological defects for your baby.
Want more tips on nutritious eating during pregnancy and postpartum? Connect with a local WIC dietitian. We’re here to help you and your baby stay healthy and strong! 🫶
www.signupwic.com/find-a-clinic


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Vitamin B9
¡La vitamina B9 (o folato/ácido fólico) es un nutriente esencial durante el embarazo y la infancia! 🤰¡La vitamina B9 favorece el crecimiento celular en las madres embarazadas y en período de lactancia, y en los bebés! 👶A continuación, se mencionan algunos beneficios de la vitamina B9 para usted y su bebé durante el embarazo y el posparto:

🧬 Favorece la formación del ADN, lo que ayuda al desarrollo y crecimiento de su bebé.
🩸 Ayuda al cuerpo a producir glóbulos rojos saludables.
🧠 Reduce considerablemente la probabilidad de formación de defectos neurológicos en el bebé.
¿Le gustaría recibir más consejos sobre una alimentación nutritiva durante el embarazo y el posparto? Comuníquese con un dietista del WIC local. ¡Estamos aquí para ayudarles a usted y a su bebé a mantenerse sanos y fuertes! 🫶
www.signupwic.com/es/find-a-clinic

Encuentre una clínica cercana utilizando el mapa de abajo. Usted puede aprender más acerca de WIC, o averiguar si usted es elegible para los beneficios.

09/04/2026

September is ! 👶Baby Safety Month is a great reminder of how you can actively help prevent injuries for your baby. Want to learn more about safety practices for your family? 💓Check out the Baby Safety Foundation’s ‘Baby Safety 101’ Guide: https://babysafetyfoundation.org/baby-safety-101



¡Septiembre es el ! 👶El Mes de la Seguridad Infantil es un gran recordatorio de todo lo que puede hacer para proteger a su bebé y prevenir lesiones. ¿Desea obtener más información sobre las prácticas de seguridad para su familia? 💓Consulte la guía “Baby Safety 101” (Guía básica de seguridad infantil) de la fundación Baby Safety Foundation: https://babysafetyfoundation.org/es/baby-safety-101

Access Baby Safety 101, a guide for keeping infants safe. Get expert advice & resources for your community today!

09/02/2026

Newborn Screening Awareness Month

September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating the simple test that saves thousands of lives every single year.

It’s a heel prick that checks for more than 30 serious but treatable health conditions. This screening gives babies the best chance at a healthy start by catching issues before symptoms even appear.

Learn more about newborn screening here: https://newbornscreening.hrsa.gov/

Visit the Newborn Screening Information Center (NBSIC) to learn how newborn screening works and about conditions screened in each U.S. state or territory.

12/31/2025

Happy New Year

As this year comes to an end, we're reflecting on a year of happy, healthy babies and strong, supported families. Thank you for letting WIC be a part of your journey.

From all of us at WIC, we wish you a joyous new year! 🎉 We can't wait to see you in 2026.
#2026

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A medida que este año llega a su fin, hacemos un balance de doce meses llenos de bebés felices y sanos, y de familias fuertes y acompañadas. Gracias por permitir que WIC sea parte de su camino.

De parte de todo el equipo de WIC, ¡le deseamos un feliz Año Nuevo! 🎉 Tenemos muchas ganas de seguir acompañándolo(a) en 2026.

12/30/2025

Myth vs Fact - WIC Benefits

Did you know 💭 WIC is not only the first food as medicine program in the US but also offers additional benefits to eligible families?
In addition to healthy foods and nutrition education, WIC offers breastfeeding support, health care referrals, community events, and more!
Getting started with WIC is worth it. Find a clinic near you: https://wic.nj.gov/participantportal/en/

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¿Sabía que 💭 WIC no solo es el primer programa de alimentos como medicina en los Estados Unidos, sino que también brinda beneficios adicionales a las familias elegibles?
Además de alimentos saludables y educación nutricional, WIC ofrece apoyo a la lactancia, remisiones a servicios de atención médica, actividades comunitarias y mucho más.
Vale la pena inscribirse en WIC. Busque una clínica cercana en https://wic.nj.gov/participantportal/es/

12/22/2025

Happy Holidays

Warmest wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season from your friends at WIC! 🧡

This time of year is all about creating special moments and memories with your family. What is your family’s favorite holiday tradition? ✨

P.S. A friendly reminder that our offices will be closed on 12/25, 12/27, 01/01/26, 01/03/26. We're excited to continue supporting you in the new year!