WIC of Newton County Missouri

04/08/2026

It is common for moms to think they suddenly aren't producing enough milk for their baby, when really it's just a growth spurt! Your baby will experience phases when they're hungrier than usual and may cluster feed to fill up. Cluster feeding can mean breastfeeding as often as every 30 minutes. Don't worry, it doesn't last long and your body will make all the milk your baby needs! Find out more about cluster feeding at https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/cluster-feeding-and-growth-spurts?fbclid=IwAR0.

02/10/2026

Breastfeeding doesn’t happen every 3 hours
because babies aren’t machines.
Newborns cluster feed to
• regulate milk supply
• calm their nervous system
• support rapid growth
• survive
So when someone says
“Didn’t you just feed them?”
Yes.
And I’m feeding them again.
Because biology doesn’t care
what makes other people uncomfortable.
Breastfeeding is not a schedule.
It’s a conversation between a baby and a body.
💬 Be honest
how many times did someone question how often you fed your baby?

01/25/2026

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays

12/04/2025

Did you know good hand washing is your child's first line of defense against the spread of many illnesses? 🫧 It helps protect them from everything from the common cold and the flu to more serious infections.

Learn more about why handwashing is important for your child’s health: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/hand-washing.html

10/29/2025

Keep on shopping, Missouri WIC!
Missouri WIC participants can continue to redeem WIC benefits in November! Missouri WIC families should continue to attend appointments and shop with their WIC cards.

10/24/2025

Missouri WIC families should continue to attend appointments and shop with their WIC cards until further notice.

Missouri WIC is still working with USDA to determine the status of November WIC benefits.

10/24/2025

Just a reminder, food list changes went into effect October 1, 2025. If possible, use the bar code scanner in the app to help you know what foods you can get. If you have issues getting approved items during, check out, please ask to speak with a manager.

Before shopping for your WIC items:
• Check the approved food list at https://health.mo.gov/living/families/wic/approved-food-list.php or on the WICShopper app.
• Know your benefits by checking the WICShopper app or asking your WIC local agency.

10/24/2025

Reminder that WIC is still open and remaining October benefits are available to use before the end of the month.

10/24/2025

Do you know how to safely freeze and thaw your breastmilk? Luckily, the USDA has a great article explaining just that! https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/storing-and-thawing-breast-milk

10/06/2025

There is still time to sign up for our next Bringing baby home class!
Don't miss out on learning about the basics of breast feeding and what to expect.
For questions call 417-592-8812.