WIC of Randolph County, Missouri

08/15/2026

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Breastfeeding Week! 🎉 This week is all about supporting breastfeeding parents and normalizing breastfeeding in communities. 💖This year’s theme: Better Data, Better Care for AANHPI Families, is shining a light on why data equity matters for AANHPI families and how we can use data to bridge equity gaps in breastfeeding support and health care.

Everyone deserves access to support and information that helps empower them on their breastfeeding journey! Need breastfeeding support? WIC is here for you! Learn more and get started at signupwic.com.

Hear stories from AANHPI parents about breastfeeding in this video series from Breastfeed LA: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=asianbreastfeedingstory



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08/13/2026

As August comes to an end, squeeze in some final summer fun before your littles head back to school. 🎒 Here are some ideas to finish off your summer bucket list:

🏖️Get outside! Soak up the sun at your local beach or lake.
🛝Try out a new park and pack a picnic with WIC-approved foods!
🦖Too hot or rainy? Visit a museum!
🎥Find a new favorite on family movie night.

Let us know what your family’s favorite summer activity is! ⭐



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08/11/2026

Whether it’s peer counseling, breastfeeding supplies, or connecting with lactation specialists, WIC is ready to help you meet your breastfeeding goals! 💕Hear what a WIC participant had to say about her experience with breastfeeding counseling:

“Honestly, it was hard for me. So, [my baby] wouldn’t latch, and that was really hard for me because I had no experience breastfeeding. I didn’t know what to do. That’s why I’m so grateful to [breastfeeding counselor] for everything she did for me.” - WIC Participant

At WIC, we are here to support you through every stage of your breastfeeding journey. ❤️Visit www.signupwic.com to learn more about WIC breastfeeding benefits and find a clinic near you. 🤱

Alt text: A quote on a white background reading: “Honestly, it was hard for me. So, [my baby] wouldn’t latch, and that was really hard for me because I had no experience breastfeeding.] I didn’t know what to do. That’s why I’m so grateful to [breastfeeding counselor] for everything she did for me.” - WIC Participant

08/08/2026

This year’s theme is, “We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine,” which focuses on amplifying that first foods carry memory and medicine forward! The fire in this year’s theme represents the responsibility to tend what sustains life—Indigenous families' knowledge, community building, and cultivating future generations.

is a sacred practice that has healed and strengthened Indigenous families for generations. 🤱🏽 Breastfeeding is more than medicine; it's about family, culture, and tradition.

Get resources that support Indigenous families and find a clinic near you to get started with : https://signupwic.com/resources?page=1&topic=IndigenousFamilies



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08/06/2026

Breastfeeding can be overwhelming and physically demanding for a new mom, so it’s important to have her back! 💗Dads and partners play a huge role in breastfeeding success. And WIC is here to help you do so! Here are some tips to help support your breastfeeding partner:

🧹Lighten the chore load for your partner! Mom needs to focus on resting, healing, and nursing.
🥛Anticipate mom’s needs during feeding, like cleaning bottles and breast pumps and bringing her snacks and water!
👶Share baby duties! Make sure to handle non-feeding tasks like diapering and burping while mom rests.

Learn more about WIC’s breastfeeding support and education. 🤱 Our certified lactation consultants and peer counselors are here to help! Get started by visiting www.signupwic.com! 💖


Alt text: A mother breastfeeding her infant while her partner assists and watches their child.

08/04/2026

RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment

Every August, the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee hosts to encourage families, communities, and organizations to come together for action and conversations about how we can build a stronger support network for breastfeeding parents! 💖

This year’s theme is RISE, which stands for: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-determination, and Empowerment! 🐦🔥This year's theme was created by USBC to capture the heart and strength of the field while also honoring the change and growth that are still needed to further equitable access to breastfeeding support for all families.

Learn how you can RISE with breastfeeding support and more from : https://signupwic.com/resources/wic-breastfeeding-support



Alt text: A photo of a smiling mother looking at her baby while breastfeeding; there is header text at the bottom that reads, “National Breastfeeding Month.”
In Randolph County, Missouri, please call us at 660-263-6643 ext. 205 or ext. 202. We are here Monday through Thursday from 8 am-12 pm and 1 pm-5 pm.

08/03/2026

WIC of Randolph County appreciates all of our Milk Bank Donors! If you have gone through the process of becoming a donor with The Milk Bank, give us a call and we can schedule a time for you to drop off your donation! 660-263-6643 x202 or x205

08/03/2026

Celebrate WIC Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7) with us! 💖We’re here to nurture your breastfeeding journey with personalized support designed for you and your family, this and beyond!

WIC offers a range of support services for breastfeeding families, including lactation experts like International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs), breastfeeding peer support specialists, breast pumps and supplies, nutritious foods, and more.

Getting started with and find a clinic near you: https://signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

In Randolph County, Missouri, please call us at 660-263-6643 ext. 205 or ext. 202. We are here Monday through Thursday from 8 am-12 pm and 1 pm-5 pm.



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07/31/2026

Holy guacamole!🥑 Avocados are the July WIC-Approved Food of the Month, and July 31st is National Avocado Day! Avocados have a ton of health benefits, like promoting strong cognitive function and improving heart health. 🩺

Try incorporating avocados in your family's meals this month! 🧑🍳Check out this list of fun family-friendly recipes: https://sarahscucinabella.com/2016/04/01/avocado-recipes/. 💚



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07/28/2026