@VirginiaWIC

Providing nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and healthy foods to eligible Women, Infants & Children in Virginia. For help with WIC call 1-888-942-3663

 Virginia, USA
Joined July 2016
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Happy Black Breastfeeding Week! August 25-31 Mother's Own Milk is custom made for your baby and is the only food they need for the 1st six months. Learn more breastfeeding facts here: VDH.Virginia.gov/breastfeedi… #BlackBreastfeedingWeek2025 #WBW2025 #WABA #ProtectBreastfeeding
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Did you know your local WIC Program has expert resources for help and support with breastfeeding? Learn more at: wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.go… #WBW2025, #WABA, #breastfeeding, #worldbreastfeedingweek, #WarmChain, #EmpoweringParentsCampaign, #EnablingBreastfeeding, #MakingADifference
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Dads CAN help by offering support, encouragement, and attending breastfeeding classes. wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.go… #BlackBreastfeedingWeek2025 #WBW2025 #WABA #ProtectBreastfeeding #DadsSupportBreastfeeding
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Human milk is custom made for your baby and is the only food they need for the 1st six months. Learn more breastfeeding facts here: VDH.Virginia.gov/breastfeedi… #BlackBreastfeedingWeek2025 #WBW2025 #WABA #ProtectBreastfeeding
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The decision to breastfeed is not always an easy one! Surround yourself with people who support your choices and encourage you to make informed decisions for your baby. wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.go…  #BlackBreastfeedingWeek2025 #WBW2025 #WABA #ProtectBreastfeeding
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Happy Black Breastfeeding Week! August 25-31 This week we’re going to spotlight resources for breastfeeding your baby. Click here to learn more: VDH.Virginia.gov/breastfeedi… #BlackBreastfeedingWeek2025 #WBW2025 #WABA #ProtectBreastfeeding
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WIC help families. See if you qualify. Virginiawic.com
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Why WIC matters?  For 50 years, WIC has helped support healthy families through nutrition education, health screenings, breastfeeding support, and access to healthy foods. Join us in celebrating 50 years of WIC. Visit signupwic.com . #WIC50
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For 50 years, WIC has equipped mothers and families with essential nutrition information to best care for themselves and their babies. To learn more about WIC’s comprehensive resources, visit signupwic.com #WIC50
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It's finally here! VDH’s Office of Vital Records announced the top fifteen #BabyNames of 2023. We've got the most popular baby names for the largest ethnic groups in Virginia: Asian, Black, Hispanic, and White. Check them out at: ow.ly/66Ky50QyWG7 #babies
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🗣️#WIC needs increased funding to be able to serve ALL eligible families. Let Congress know: WIC families matter! ➡️ bit.ly/WICStrong
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The number of Americans who experienced food insecurity increased by more than 10 MILLION between 2021 and 2022. It is more crucial thane ever that Congress full fund #WIC. Read more in @washingtonpost: washingtonpost.com/business/…

Hunger worsened among U.S. households in 2022, report finds

For a decade, the number of American families reporting food insecurity was decreasing. Now it’s increasing again, USDA report shows.

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Trick-or-Treating is a blast, but don’t forget to keep tabs on your candy stash! Enjoy your treats responsibly. Learn more at ow.ly/OxmW50Q2LZ3 #OnePillCanKill #Halloween
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Thank you @vcuhealthhub for hosting a dynamic round table on #FoodEquity, #FoodAccess, and #FoodSecurity. Food accessibility and nutritional security are imperative for healthy living. Communities that grow, share, and eat together, become resilient together. #PublicHealth
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Tell us about your recent experiences with WIC. Please complete a brief survey, ucnpi.co/VAwic23
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Similac is Back! Starting Wednesday, March 1, Virginia WIC will return to only offering Similac brand infant formulas. Alternative formula brands end February 28, 2023. Visit VirginiaWIC.com for specific temporary formula substitutes. #Formula, #WIC, #Similac
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Joy is a well-fed baby. Apply Today!
Joy is a well-fed baby. Apply Today!
Love is a well-fed baby. See if you are eligible. Apply Today! VirginiaWIC.com
Baby being fed with a spoon. Love is a well-fed baby. Apply Today!

ALT Baby being fed with a spoon. Love is a well-fed baby. Apply Today!

Joy is a well-fed baby. See if you are eligible. Apply today! VirginiaWIC.com
Young African American pregnant mom eating healthy salad.

ALT Young African American pregnant mom eating healthy salad.

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