Northern Panhandle WIC

10/22/2026

This month’s WIC-approved food is Nut Butter! 🥜 Nut butters are filled with nutritious fats and are high in protein, making them a great and tasty staple for snacks and meals!

Try creating a fun snack with your choice of nut butter. Make a plate of your family’s favorite fruits alongside a scoop of nut butter as a dip, or add a drizzle of nut butter to yogurt or smoothies for some extra flavor! 🍎🥣

10/15/2026

Losing your baby is an unimaginable loss. WIC honors those navigating this difficult and heartbreaking time, and we are here to support you. 🩵

When you are ready, connect with a WIC clinic for resources and support to help you during this time. You can continue receiving WIC benefits for up to six months following your loss.

You are not alone. WIC is here to care for you during hard times. 💗 also offers helpful resources for families navigating pregnancy and infant loss. Visit www.marchofdimes.org/pregnancyandinfantlossmonth to learn more.

10/13/2026

10/10/2026

At , we are here to help your family be as healthy as possible, which includes mental health! 💗 Parenting comes with many ups and downs, and WIC is here to support you through all of it!

From mom groups to counseling referrals, WIC offers real support during the postpartum period. 🫂Learn what care WIC can offer you or someone you love: www.signupwic.com/news/maternal-mental-health

10/06/2026

October is Dental Hygiene Month! Keeping up with your little one's oral care is critical for supporting their overall health! 🦷 Set a strong example for your family by modeling habits that take care of your teeth! 🪥

Looking for ways to make brushing your teeth fun? Check out this blog with a few tips to have fun while keeping up with your family’s oral hygiene!
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/oral-health/Pages/let-the-brushing-games-begin.aspx

09/29/2026

🚨 POP-UP ALERT! WIC is coming to you! 🚨

📍 Benwood - McMechen Housing Authority

Stop by our WIC Pop-Up Clinic to see if you qualify for healthy food benefits, nutrition support, and support for moms and kids.

09/28/2026

September 28th is National Family Day! 👩🏾‍🍼👶🏼👨🏽‍🍼National Family Day reminds us of the importance of building connections and creating long-lasting memories for all members of the family. 💟Spend time today connecting with your family and strengthening your bonds. Here are some ideas for celebrating with your loved ones:

🍴 Cook a meal together! Explore and spend time tasting a new recipe.
🃏 Play a game together. Whether it’s a board game or cards, have fun family game time!
🖼️ Explore family photos! Help your littles identify family members and memories by looking back at some of your favorite photos.

09/26/2026

Just another reminder to go see Soul and Soil to use your WIC benefits 💙

09/26/2026

WIC is dedicated to helping your family make healthy eating fun and accessible! 🌟Learn more about the WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) and how you can make the most of visiting a farmers' market or roadside stand this summer! 👩‍🌾🍓🥕

Read more: https://signupwic.com/news/farmers-market-trip-fmnp