St Joe MO WIC

02/08/2025

Do you ever wonder if canned or frozen fruits and vegetables are better? Here are some fun facts about canned 🥫 and frozen❄️ options that may help you decide! 🌽🍑

30/07/2025

Don’t forget to use your WIC Farmer’s Market Program benefits! 👩🏼‍🌾🥕🍓Log into your account or refer to your handout for participating farmers, times, & locations. Benefits expire October 25th.

Please LET US KNOW if you would like to get SIGNED UP for the program! Give us a call!

WIC Office: 816-271-4723

29/07/2025

Postpartum depression usually starts about 4 − 8 weeks after the baby is born. Some common symptoms of postpartum depression include:

Feeling sad or hopeless most of the time.
Losing interest in things you once enjoyed.
Having trouble focusing.
Not managing daily chores.
Sleeping or eating too much or too little.

If you notice any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA or 988.

25/07/2025

Let YOUR voice be heard! 📢
The 2025 Participant Satisfaction Survey will be extended through August 31. All feedback is anonymous and will help Missouri WIC improve the services provided to YOU! Follow the link below to give your feedback!
Missouri WIC appreciates you!


Survey: https://moexperience.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2lvH9E8b7vPI898

25/07/2025

WEEKLY REMINDER!

Don’t forget to use your WIC Farmer’s Market Program benefits! 👩🏼‍🌾🥕🍓 Most markets are open Wednesdays and Saturdays every week. Log into your account or refer to your handout for participating farmers & locations. Benefits expire October 25th.

Call us if you have any questions or concerns! Office: 816-271-4723

21/07/2025

Here are 6 tips on how to save money shopping while still getting the nutritious food your family needs! 🍓🛒

18/07/2025

The BABY & ME To***co Free Program empowers pregnant women and their families to overcome ni****ne addiction.

You can qualify for the Baby & Me To***co Free Program if you are:
Less than 36 weeks’ gestation.
A current to***co user, quit since becoming pregnant, or quit within 3 months of becoming pregnant.

Receive $50.00 in vouchers when you test to***co-free during your pregnancy and after the baby is born. The vouchers can be used for anything in the baby department at Walmart.

Call 816-271-5328 to learn more about this opportunity to quit using to***co for you and your baby!

15/07/2025

It's that time of year!! The annual Black Breastfeeding Week Photoshoot is happening this August. If you are a BIPOC woman expecting and/or offering breastmilk for your child, sign up here 😊 https://shorturl.at/EAhTU

24/06/2025

•𝒲ℯ𝓁𝒸ℴ𝓂ℯ 𝓉ℴ 𝒪𝓊𝓇 ℒ𝒶𝒷ℴ𝓇 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝒟ℯ𝓁𝒾𝓋ℯ𝓇𝓎 𝒰𝓃𝒾𝓉•

We provide support and guidance throughout your pregnancy journey to ensure a postive experience for you and your baby.

Our team offers personalized care, including prenatal classes, labor and lactation support, and post-partum follow-ups. We prioritize your health and comfort during this special time. 👣

🤍Call 816-271-7022 to sign up for prenatal classes
🤍Call 816-271-7984 for lactation support

11/06/2025

Feeding the baby, NOT the freezer - when preparing to return to work it can be tempting to focus on over filling the freezer, so let's talk about it!

🤱 Realistic Expectations:
- Average Needs: Most babies need about 24-32 ounces of breastmilk per day. This varies by age, weight, and growth spurts, so remember to go with the flow! Talk with your childcare provider about paced bottle feeding and not overfeeding.
- Pumping Wisely: It's easy to get caught up in pumping for the freezer, but
aim to pump just enough for the next day's feedings. Excess pumping can
lead to overproduction and discomfort.
- Capitalize on the first pump of the morning- this is when milk production tends to be highest so adding in a pump session then, or pumping after the first feed can help with creating a "stash".

✨ Latch When You're Home: Take advantage of your time at home to latch
your baby as much as possible. This not only provides comfort and bonding
but also helps regulate your milk supply naturally. Some infants do what is called "reverse cycling" and will feed more at night and take less during the day while separated from parent.

🚫 Risks of Pumping Too Much:
- Over-pumping can lead to an oversupply, causing blocked ducts and
potential mastitis.
- It can create stress around milk production if you feel pressured to keep
an overflowing stash.

💡 Focus on Feeding: Your primary goal should be meeting your baby's
needs, not filling the freezer. Embrace mindful pumping and trust your
body to provide what your baby requires!

💚✨ Remember, every drop counts, and you’re doing an amazing job! ✨💚

05/05/2025

The new online WIC cards are active! If you have not received an online WIC card yet, please come to the Saint Joseph WIC office. Come in between the hours of 8 am and 4:30 pm.

Have you heard??? The new WIC cards are active!

• If you have a card and set your PIN, you are ready to shop!
• If you do not have your new card, contact your WIC local agency ASAP.
• If you do not have your PIN set, call 866-248-7553 before shopping.

Find out more about the new WIC card at https://health.mo.gov/living/families/wic/card/.

30/04/2025

The St. Joseph WIC office will close this afternoon at 3pm for system updates. We will open for services at 8 am, May 1st.