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In California, WIC will remain open and fully operational through November. Families should keep their scheduled WIC appointments and use their WIC cards for groceries as usual. Find updates at: myfamily.wic.ca.gov/Home/Federal...
#WIC #WICWorks #FundWIC
October 30, 2025 at 7:57 PM
natwicassoc.bsky.social
Increases in #WIC benefits have been shown to ⬆️ elevate the amounts of healthy foods consumed by WIC kids. Tell Congress: More healthy foods make for healthier kids! 📢Take action: bit.ly/nocuts26 #WICWorks
June 19, 2025 at 4:08 PM
tyjonescox.bsky.social
The nutritious foods provided by #WIC—along with other vital WIC services — lead to healthier births and improved diets among participants, which in turn reduce the risk of chronic disease. www.cbpp.org/wicworks
WIC Works: Addressing the Nutrition and Health Needs of Low-Income Families for More Than Four Decades | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
Extensive research has found the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children to be a cost-effective investment that improves the nutrition and health of low-income families...
www.cbpp.org
May 30, 2025 at 10:52 PM
natwicassoc.bsky.social
🍇 🫑 🫐 We know that #WICWorks for millions of moms and kids across the country. But, without enough funding to serve ALL eligible families, #WIC agencies could resort to waiting lists for the first time in decades.
🗣️ Let your reps know - We need a FULLY FUNDED WIC!: bit.ly/fundwic27
July 13, 2026 at 4:09 PM
phfewic.bsky.social
It is essential that ALL #WIC-eligible families continue to have
access to nutritious foods and breastfeeding resources. 💚

Tell your reps:🗣FULLY FUND WIC! > bit.ly/WIC25

#phfewic #wicworks
March 5, 2025 at 1:54 AM
zoeneuberger.bsky.social
One of the many ways #WIC helps families with babies who have low incomes is by supporting breastfeeding. 🧵 www.cbpp.org/wicworks
WIC Works: A Cost-Effective Investment in Improving Low-Income Families’ Nutrition and Health
WIC supports sound nutrition and health at critical points in development — in utero, during infancy, as a toddler, and during the early childhood years.
www.cbpp.org
April 28, 2026 at 6:30 PM
zoeneuberger.bsky.social
For 50 years #WIC has been improving the health & development of new & expecting parents & young children by providing nutritious foods & vital services. It’s an example of government at its best. We compiled research on WIC’s effectiveness. Key findings↓ www.cbpp.org/wicworks
WIC Works: A Cost-Effective Investment in Improving Low-Income Families’ Nutrition and Health
Sound investments that reduce early childhood adversity can improve physical and mental health for a lifetime.[2] Extensive research finds that the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women,...
www.cbpp.org
January 26, 2026 at 6:47 PM
natwicassoc.bsky.social
Today, the Senate passed FY26 ag approps: full funding for #WIC + protection for the fruit and veg benefit 🍎🥕

But Congress must still:

➡️Ensure WIC funding isn’t blocked
➡️Stop the harmful #USDA reorg

📣Take action: thewichub.org/take-action/

#SaveWIC #PublicHealth #WICWorks
Take Action!
Reject USDA Reorganization That Threatens WIC Services Proposed changes to the structure of the USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service would…
thewichub.org
August 2, 2025 at 12:40 AM
calwicassociation.bsky.social
Every dollar cut from the WIC fruit and veggie benefit is food taken from an expecting mom’s or child’s plate. We need to INVEST in families, not take food away. #FundWIC #WICWorks
August 27, 2025 at 8:36 PM
calwicassociation.bsky.social
The WIC fruit and vegetable benefit helps prevent hunger, support growth, and build healthy habits. Congress must protect it — not slash it. Say it loud: Hands off WIC! #WICWorks #fundWIC
July 7, 2025 at 6:02 PM
calwicassociation.bsky.social
Congress is trying to cut the WIC fruit & veggie benefit. These cuts would hurt millions of families with infants and young children. 📢 Speak up against WIC cuts: 202-224-3121 #fundWIC #wicworks #WIC
July 17, 2025 at 5:08 PM
phfewic.bsky.social
Dr. Shannon Whaley, Director of Research and Evaluation at PHFE WIC is in Washington DC today with @reptedlieu.bsky.social to talk about the importance of modernizing and fully funding WIC!

#phfewic #wicworks
March 4, 2025 at 9:14 PM
nbcommunityhealth.bsky.social
WIC supports families in building healthy mealtime habits and making fresh foods part of every celebration.

Because connection starts at the table. 🍽️
Join WIC today: https://bit.ly/4feKMSc

#WICWednesdays #HealthyFamilies #Gratitude #WICWorks #NBCHCcares
November 19, 2025 at 4:23 PM
nbcommunityhealth.bsky.social
Use WIC-approved ingredients to make fun, festive snacks—like yogurt parfaits, fruit kabobs, or baked apples with cinnamon. 🍏

Celebrate the season with health and joy.
Get inspired: https://bit.ly/4feKMSc

#WICWednesdays #HealthyHolidays #WICWorks #FamilyFun #NBCHC
December 17, 2025 at 4:26 PM
cheac.bsky.social
Did you know that #WIC has provided assistance for women, infants, and children with low incomes since 1974?

For National Nutrition Month, local #PublicHealth departments are celebrating 51 years of #WICWorks supporting the health of vulnerable Californians!
March 27, 2025 at 7:02 PM
calwicassociation.bsky.social
📉 A 10% cut to fruits and veggies, with more cuts on the way? That’s what’s on the table for WIC. This means less fresh food for moms and children during the most critical years of life. Congress must say NO. #fundWIC #WICWorks
July 16, 2025 at 6:34 PM
nbcommunityhealth.bsky.social
This Prematurity Awareness Month, we raise awareness for families of premature infants and the importance of prenatal care.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4feKMSc

#PrematurityAwareness #MaternalHealth #NBCHCares #WICWorks #HealthyBeginnings
Two hands holding a purple ribbon, symbolizing Prematurity Awareness Month, with the logo for New Bedford Community Health at the bottom.
November 20, 2025 at 3:54 PM
natwicassoc.bsky.social
Increases in #WIC benefits have been shown to ⬆️ elevate the amounts of healthy foods consumed by WIC kids. Tell Congress: More healthy foods make for healthier kids! 📢Take action: bit.ly/nocuts26 #WICWorks
A graphic split diagonally with light green and dark green with pictures of dotted fruits that says "Tell Congress: Dont cut WIC fruit and vegetable benefit by more than half! Take Action: bit.ly/notcuts26
September 11, 2025 at 4:05 PM
natwicassoc.bsky.social
‼️ Proposed cuts to #WIC would directly impact millions of families that rely on WIC foods and services. YOU can let your representatives know: #WICWorks - kids are eating more nutritious foods and having better health outcomes. And that's why we need a FULLY FUNDED WIC! 🗣️ Act now: bit.ly/fundwic27
President's proposals budget cuts to WIC: MONTHLY Funds for WIC Fruits and Vegetables. $52 (right arrow) $13 for breastfeeding moms $47 (right arrow) $13 for pregnant and post-partum, non breastfeeding moms $26 (right arrow) $10 for young children Take action: bit.ly/fundwic27
September 10, 2026 at 4:06 PM
natwicassoc.bsky.social
Today, we thank the IBCLCs who strengthen WIC and support families every day.
#IBCLCDay #WICWorks
March 4, 2026 at 4:05 PM
hannahnaomijones.bsky.social
Be careful who you dismiss. The young mom on WIC today could be the woman fighting for justice across this country tomorrow.

Power, justice, and peace ✌🏾
Hannah Naomi

#JusticeHasALeague
#WICWorks #SaveHeadStart #ProtectSNAP #FundTheFirst #TheAdvocacyLeague
March 29, 2025 at 6:27 PM
phfewic.bsky.social
Thanksgiving is almost here! Plan healthy, budget-friendly meals using WIC foods. Turn WIC-approved items into delicious holiday dishes your family will love. Find more recipe ideas at wichealth.org's eKitchen. #phfewic #wicworks #wicrecipes #thanksgiving www.phfewic.org/en/wic-frien...
WIC-Friendly Holiday Recipes - PHFE WIC
Learn about WIC-Friendly Holiday Recipes at PHFE WIC. We provide healthy food, nutrition education & more to families in Southern California. Learn more!
www.phfewic.org
November 22, 2025 at 1:47 AM
phfewic.bsky.social
WIC's success is backed by decades of research. On Dr. Jessica Knurick's podcast, Dr. Shannon Whaley explains how WIC's four pillars and science-based food package improve birth outcomes, and what happens when funding gaps threaten families. open.substack.com/pub/drjessic...
#phfewic #wicworks
WIC, Public Health, and the Shutdown
A Conversation with Dr. Shannon Whaley
open.substack.com
October 30, 2025 at 9:15 PM
phfewic.bsky.social
Special thanks to our speakers and to all our community partners who made the event a success, and the PHFE WIC team who made it happen! 💛
#phfewic #wicworks #wicmothers #breastfeedingmothers #latchon
May 30, 2025 at 1:03 AM
calwicassociation.bsky.social
President Trump’s budget for FY 27, which proposes to reduce the monthly fruit and veg benefits from $54 to $13 for breastfeeding mothers and from $27 to $10 for young children.
This proposal would mean fewer fresh, healthy foods for families who rely on this critical support.
#WICWorks #FundWIC
A graphic showing a persimmon with a quote from Alexis, a WIC mom from Fresno says "If the vegetable benefit was cut it would impact mine and my kids' lives tremendously. We rely on the benefits we receive from WIC for our fresh produce every day. We would have to cut out our fruits and vegetables, or it would be limited to a few. WIC has helped me keep my children healthy and enjoying foods that they need."
April 6, 2026 at 5:31 PM