Butler County WIC

Wondering where all your little’s energy comes from? It's likely that it’s Vitamin B7 fueling your family! ⚡

Vitamin B7, also known as Biotin, supports the metabolism processes turning carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, into energy! Vitamin B7 dense foods include eggs and dairy products, fish, and produce like bananas and broccoli. 🥚🐟🍌🥦

At WIC, we are here to help you and your family learn about and access nutritious foods! Connect with your local WIC agency and learn more by visiting https://signupwic.com/find-a-clinic to get started. 💞

Your healing matters just as much as your motherhood.

Whether you’re navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or years into motherhood, your mental health deserves care, attention, and grace.

• You are allowed to rest
• You are allowed to ask for help
• You are allowed to heal

Strong doesn’t mean doing it all alone.

As we close out the month, what’s one way you’ll prioritize your mental wellness?

Dried Lentils are the WIC-approved food of the month! Dried lentils are an excellent source of protein, dietary fiber, iron, and folate. They are also great for heart health, helping manage cholesterol and blood sugar! ❤️

Try including dried lentils in your family’s meals this month! Mix dried lentils into soups, curries, salads, and other veggie-heavy meals! 🥗Check out this website to find ways of incorporating lentils into your cooking: https://www.101cookbooks.com/ingredient/lentil

Did you know that can help answer your questions, offer support and advice from lactation specialists, and provide pumping tools, if needed, to support your breastfeeding journey? 💗

Get started by visiting www.signupwic.com to find a clinic near you! 🌟

This April 19-25 is National Library Week! ✨This week, we highlight the value of libraries and librarians in our communities. 📚

Libraries are an incredible resource for your family. This week, visit your local library to read books with your little ones, attend fun events and programming, receive internet and printer access, and connect with your family and community in a quiet space!

Interested in visiting a library close to you? 💭 Use this link to find the closest library to your community! You can even sign up for a free library card at a public library to getmore access to all the amazing resources libraries have to offer! https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/CommunityServices/find-libraries.aspx

Make a Fresh Start with Spring Foods Spring is a great time to hit the reset button and reintroduce some fresh foods into your kids' diet after a long winter. Get into the swing of spring with these four seasonal favorites.