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Vegetable and Fruit Increase Provides More Nutritional Access to WIC Families
Vegetable and Fruit Increase Provides More Nutritional Access to WIC Families WIC has an unprecedented opportunity to improve access to fruits and vegetables for Washington State’s low-income families. From June through September, the American Relief Plan Act more...
Public Health Emergency Declaration Renewed
Public Health Emergency Declaration Renewed Recently, HHS Secretary Xavier Beccera extended the national public health emergency declaration for COVID-19. The HHS Secretary must renew the declaration every ninety days for urgent flexibilities - including...
Tips on Reducing Infant Exposure to Heavy Metals in Baby Food Products
Congressional Report Finds Toxins in Baby Food Products | National WIC Association (nwica.org) Tips on reducing infant exposure to heavy metals in baby foods - English Tips on reducing infant exposure to heavy metals in baby foods - Spanish
Washington State Maternity Practices Survey Results
State Report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2018 Maternity Practices in Infant Nutrition and Care (mPINC) survey show that Washington is ahead of the national average! View Washington Report: Washington MPinc report. State Reports which will...
Opportunity for Public Comment on the WIC Nutrition Program – Comments Due June 15
Opportunity for Public Comment WIC Nutrition Program - Comments Due June 15 Every year as part of the WIC State Plan process, the Washington Department of Health, Office of Nutrition Services, provides an opportunity for the public to share their comments on the WIC...
Help Plan the 2020 WIC Conference
We are looking for your ideas and help to plan the 2020 WIC Conference! Please take this short survey to share your ideas for topics, speakers, and the opportunity to serve on a planning committee or help during the conference. Thank you! Conference Dates and...
Jane Heinig Toddler Feeding Follow-up
Many parents face the challenge of a child that they classify as a “picky eater.” In April, Dr. Jane Heinig, from the UC Davis Human Lactation Center, presented “Helping Parents Understand Their Toddlers: Practical Ways to Promote Healthy Eating Among Infants and...
WIC is Open!
WIC Clinics in Washington State are open during the partial federal government shutdown. WIC checks may be used in grocery stores. For questions, contact your local WIC clinic.
Nutrition First Wishes you a Happy Holiday Season!
2018 Highlights Thank you for your support of Nutrition First in 2018! We are pleased to share the highlights or our work that uphold our mission of supporting and promoting good nutrition, breastfeeding, and equitable access to...
Nominations for Breastfeeding Awards
Do you know a Breastfeeding Champion? Here is your chance to nominate them for a well-deserved award! Again this year, Nutrition First will be presenting two breastfeeding awards in coordination with the Breastfeeding Coalition of Washington. We are seeking...
Upcoming Events
Virtual WIC Conference and Trade Show. May 11-14, 2021
05/11/2021 – 05/14/2021 @ 8:30 am – 12:30 pm –
Foundations in Lactation Support – on demand Webinars coming soon!
04/01/2021 – 12/31/2021 @ All Day – Foundations in Lactation Support Updated for 2021 to be more inclusive of the diverse population WIC serves! This training is perfect for those new to providing breastfeeding support. It’s also good for those who want a refresher on how to support breastfeeding families. This training covers staff roles, how to use client centered communication […]
Annual Advances in Lactation Support Conference: September 21, 2021
09/21/2021 @ 8:30 am – 4:15 pm – Annual Advances in Lactation Support Conference (Virtual) – September 21 Presented virtually with live presentations and Q and A. Sessions will also be recorded and available through December 2021. Draft agenda 8:30-10:00 The Impact of Historical Trauma on Breastfeeding and Why It Matters. Discussion on the history of breastfeeding in the United States and the […]
Recent Job Postings
Registered Dietitian Contractor – Shelton, WA
Contractor – Registered Dietician Scope of Work: The individual selected to fill this position will work up to 30-hours per month in the Shelton WA WIC clinic serving as Registered Dietician and will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of nutrition appointments for WIC clients of medical high risk; as well as, consulting with […]
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