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09/10/2025

Did you know? 🤔 When used correctly, child safety seats can reduce the risk of death by as much as 71%!

Luckily, the folks at Safe Kids Worldwide have interactive online tools and videos to help you know which type of car seat to use, how to install or adjust a child safety seat correctly, and so much more! 🚗

Test your knowledge and keep your family safe while driving by visiting: https://ucsg.safekids.org/

09/08/2025

This week is Latina Breastfeeding Week: ! 🤱🏽

WIC is proud to support Latina breastfeeding parents across the US with food packages specific to the nutritional needs of breastfeeding parents, peer support, breastfeeding counseling, and more! 💖

Need support? Our certified lactation consultants and peer counselors are here to help! Visit www.signupwic.com to learn more.

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Esta semana es la Semana de la Lactancia Materna Latina: ¡ ! 🤱🏽

El WIC se enorgullece de apoyar a las madres latinas que amamantan en todo Estados Unidos con paquetes de alimentos específicos para las necesidades nutricionales de las madres que amamantan, apoyo entre compañeras, asesoramiento sobre la lactancia materna y mucho más.💖

¿Necesita ayuda? ¡Nuestras consultoras de lactancia certificadas y consejeras que también amamantan están aquí para ayudarla! Visita www.signupwic.com/es para obtener más información.

09/08/2025

Happy Monday!

Here is this week's Food Bank of Lincoln distribution schedule:

09/05/2025

Did you know newborns get a special health check? 👶 It's called newborn screening, and September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month!

This quick test uses a heel stick, hearing screen, and oxygen check to find serious but treatable conditions. Catching things early is a big deal—it leads to faster treatment and better health outcomes for babies.

Learn more about newborn screenings and see how they work in your state: https://newbornscreening.hrsa.gov/

09/04/2025

Biking or scootering as a family is a fun way to stay active and explore your community! 🚲🛴

Stay safe while exploring by making sure you and your little ones have well-fitting helmets and other safety gear at the ready! You can even customize your helmets with stickers of your favorite activities or characters to make it your own and express yourself while out on the town. 🌟

Check out this resource for parents about bicycle, in-line skating, skateboard, and scooter safety. Link in the comments!

09/04/2025

Needing some 'you' time?

Stop by Lincoln Parks & Recreation's free Yoga in the Park! 🧘‍♀️

Yoga in the Park will return in September for its 13th year. The free classes will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Sundays, at the Shildneck Bandshell in Antelope Park, 1650 Memorial Drive. Lincoln Parks & Recreation
The schedule and instructor list is as follows:

September 7: Sheila Palmquist
September 14: Nichole Vesely
September 21: Brianna Georgeson
September 28: Salena Woodrow – This event will include a proclamation reading for Lincoln Yoga Day and surprises from yoga community members and businesses.

09/03/2025

Looking for a new way to use your cereal benefits?

Try these crunchy cereal bars that are easy to take on the go!

09/02/2025

Every year in the first week of September, Workplace Lactation Week is celebrated. This year’s theme is “A World of Support: Creating Breastfeeding-Friendly Workplaces Everywhere.” At WIC, we support working moms by providing breast pumps, peer counselors and lactation experts, nutritious food, and personalized support to fit your needs.

🔗 Did you know you have legal breastfeeding protections at work, in public, and more? You deserve to feed your baby with confidence, wherever you are! Learn more about your breastfeeding rights: https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/your-breastfeeding-rights Workplace Lactation Week

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La Semana de la lactancia en el trabajo se celebra todos los años durante la primera semana de septiembre. El tema de este año es “Un mundo de apoyo: Creando lugares de trabajo favorables para la lactancia materna en todas partes”. En el WIC, apoyamos a las madres trabajadoras proporcionándoles extractores de leche, consejeras que también amamantan y expertas en lactancia, alimentos nutritivos y apoyo personalizado para satisfacer sus necesidades.

🔗 ¿Sabía que tiene derechos legales para la lactancia materna en el trabajo, en público y más? ¡Usted merece alimentar a su bebé con confianza, donde quiera que esté! Obtenga más información sobre sus derechos a la lactancia materna: https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/es/sus-derechos-de-amamantar

09/01/2025

🍂 September is here! 🍂

From crisp apples and juicy pears to hearty squash and sweet potatoes, the season is serving up all the cozy flavors we've been waiting for!

Whether you're roasting, baking, or snacking fresh, September produce brings the perfect balance of summer sweetness and autumn comfort.

09/01/2025

In honor of Labor Day, WIC recognizes and celebrates working parents.

Did you know that working moms and dads can enroll their children in WIC if they’re income eligible? Spread the word!

To find a clinic near you, visit signupwic.com or give us a call tomorrow at (402) 441-6200!

08/29/2025

🎶 "It's a love story, baby, just call your local WIC office" 🎶 - Probably Taylor Swift

Give us a call at (402) 441-6200 for more information on how we can help save your family an average of $850 a year per child!

08/28/2025

Breast milk is nature’s perfect food.

It’s the best source of nutrition for most babies, packed with nutrients, antibodies, and endless benefits for both you and your baby. Plus, it’s readily available, always free, and strengthens your bond like nothing else.

🔗 Learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding for you and your baby: https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/breastfeeding-benefits

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La leche materna es el alimento perfecto de la naturaleza.

Es la mejor fuente de nutrición para la mayoría de los bebés, repleta de nutrientes, anticuerpos y un sinfín de beneficios tanto para usted como para su bebé. Además, está fácilmente disponible, siempre es gratis y fortalece el vínculo como ninguna otra cosa.

🔗 Conozca más sobre los beneficios de la lactancia materna para usted y su bebé: https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/es/beneficios-de-la-lactancia-materna