Affinia Healthcare WIC Program

07/21/2025

Silly baby!
At six months old, your baby may blow raspberries, take turns making sounds with you and make squealing sounds. For more information about developmental milestones, visit https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones/milestones-6mo.html.

07/20/2025

💦 Stay safe around water this summer! Swimming is a fun way to cool off, but it’s important to stay safe around pools and open water. Drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children ages 1-4. It can happen in seconds, often silently, even when kids aren't supposed to be swimming.
Keep your family safe with these must-know tips:
👀 Active supervision is key. Always watch kids near water, even if it’s a small amount of water.
👙 Blue and green swimsuits blend in. Dress your child in bright, contrasting colors like red, pink, or orange so you can easily see them under water!
🏊🏾♀️ Teach kids to never swim alone, no matter their skill level.
🛟Learn CPR. It could mean the difference between life and death.
For more important tips to prevent drowning (even when it’s not swim time), check out this helpful resource from : https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/Pool-Dangers-Drowning-Prevention-When-Not-Swimming-Time.aspx

07/19/2025

While WIC is best known for nourishing growing families, we also care deeply about your emotional and mental well-being, especially during the postpartum period. 💙
Parenting is beautiful,— and sometimes realy tough. If you or someone you love could use extra support, WIC can help. We’re here for you, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally, too.
🔗 Learn more about how WIC can help: https://signupwic.com/news/maternal-mental-health

07/18/2025

07/18/2025

Make snack time fun with these refreshing fruit kabobs! https://www.myplate.gov/recipes/fruit-kabob

07/16/2025

Our WIC and Perinatal Teams are collaborating once again for the upcoming Breastfeeding Support Circle & Safe Sleep Session.

Join them to learn proper sleep techniques for babies, breastfeeding education, cooking demonstrations and more! Come out on Wednesday, August 6 from noon until 1:30 p.m. to our health center at 1717 Biddle Street.

For more information, please call CHW Manager Chris Carr at 314.797.0122 or Breastfeeding Coordinator Mariah Cason at 314.814.8682. Please scan the QR code to register in advance.



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07/16/2025

that WIC has nutritionists on staff to help answer all your nutrition needs? Use the blue pins on the map to contact a WIC local agency to make an appointment.
https://mohealth.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=d8d6ec13febb4a45919a66aab55a6b90

07/15/2025

🍅 It’s Tomato Season! Tomatoes are at their peak right now—juicy, ripe, and bursting with flavor! Whether you slice them for a sandwich, toss them in a salad, or cook them into a sauce, fresh tomatoes add summertime flavor to every meal!

Learn more about how WIC can support your family at www.signupwic.com/about

07/12/2025

With the WICShopper app, you can check if an item is WIC-approved in the aisle of the grocery store! Download the pink and blue icon in your app store today! https://ebtshopper.com/

07/11/2025

Fat is an essential part of a healthy diet—your body needs fats to work properly! Fats help your body absorb important vitamins, keep your cells strong, and even provide you with energy.
But not all fats are the same. Some fats are better for you than others. Try to focus on eating more healthy fats, like:
🥑 Unsaturated fats (found in foods like avocados, nuts, and seeds)
🐟 Omega-3 fatty acids (found in oily fish like salmon and trout)
These good fats help your heart, brain, and overall health. So go ahead and enjoy foods like almonds, olive oil, or a tasty piece of grilled fish—your body will thank you!
Want more tips on nutritious eating? Explore our other resources or talk to a WIC dietitian. We’re here to help you and your family stay healthy and strong! 💚 www.signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

07/09/2025

Having trouble getting a good latch? WIC staff are here to help! Use the blue pins on the map to connect to a local agency near you.
https://mohealth.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=d8d6ec13febb4a45919a66aab55a6b90

07/08/2025

We're so proud of our team!

Congratulations to the WIC Team for receiving the third highest Breastfeeding Peer Counseling funding award in the state! Thank you for all you do for our patients!



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