Madison County NC WIC

09/24/2025

Imagine your child comes to you and says, “No one will play with me”. Your heart sinks. It’s perfectly natural to want to jump in and fix it – but what’s the best way to teach kids about friendship?

Triple P research shows that kids who have healthy friendships not only have a warm relationship with their parents, but their parents also coach them through challenging situations and help them connect with their friends.

Our latest article is full of simple, practical tips to help kids of all ages. Comment below and we’ll send it straight to your inbox.

09/24/2025

09/24/2025

Many whole-grain foods are WIC-approved and can be a star ingredient in a nutritious meal or snack! By adding whole-grain foods to our diets, we can lower our risk of high cholesterol and heart disease. 🫀 There are so many different kinds of whole grain foods and ways we can incorporate new foods into our diets.

🥣Try cooking and baking with whole grains in new ways: https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/topic/what-do-i-do-with-my/whole-grains

🍽 Learn more about myPlate recommendations for Whole Grains: https://www.myplate.gov/eat-healthy/grains

🚫 Discover more about gluten-free whole grains:https://gluten.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/EDU_GF-Grains_.pdf

09/24/2025

At 15 months old, most children begin to:
• Try saying one or two words besides "mama" or "dada," like "ba" for ball or "da" for dog.
• Look at a familiar object when you name it.
• Follow directions given with both a gesture and words.
• Point to ask for something or to get help.
For more information about developmental milestones, visit https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones/milestones-15mo.html.

09/24/2025

Ultraprocessed foods are linked to a higher risk of heart disease and stroke. Most ultraprocessed foods are high in saturated fat, added sugars and salt. Fill up on vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts and lean proteins first.

09/24/2025

🍽️ How to Do Mealtime with a Picky Eater:
Helping your child build healthy eating habits can feel tough—but you’re not alone!

✨ Tips to Try:
• Model healthy eating for your family.
• Make sure kids come to the table hungry (wait at least 2 hours after snacks).
• Remove distractions and keep dinner talk positive.
• Offer new foods often, without pressure—it can take several tries before a child accepts something new.

✅ See if you qualify for WIC today:
🔗 https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ncwicreferral

📞 Have questions or need support?
📌 Statesville: 704-878-5319
📌 Mooresville: 704-664-4635
📧 ichdwic@iredellcountync.gov

🌐 More info: [Link in bio] or https://tinyurl.com/ICHDWIC925

📢 WIC is an equal opportunity program.

09/24/2025

Folic acid helps prevent major birth defects of the brain and spine, making it an important B vitamin during pregnancy. Pregnant patients need 600 micrograms of folic acid daily, so adding a prenatal vitamin with at least 400 micrograms of folic acid to a healthy diet is key. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ehujfb

09/24/2025

Now is the perfect time to celebrate the seasonal gems of autumn. Head to your local market and fill your basket with these fall produce picks.

09/17/2025

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that happens during pregnancy. Nutrition plays an important role for individuals with this condition.

09/17/2025

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/

09/17/2025

🚨 Fraud Alert 🚨

A fake app called “EBT Edge – food stamps” is listed in the Apple App Store. Other third-party apps may also appear. These are NOT official and could steal your money or information.

✅ The real app is ebtEDGE with the black, white, and yellow egg icon.
✅ The official app is always free.
✅ Download only from trusted links (like ncdhhs.gov/ncwic/eWIC or ebtedge.com).

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09/17/2025

FDA shared additional cookware that may be able to leach lead into foods. Consumers should check their homes for cookware listed in the safety alert and throw them away. https://www.fda.gov/food/alerts-advisories-safety-information/fda-issues-warning-about-imported-cookware-may-leach-lead-august-2025