Should Breastfeeding Hurt? No!
August 22, 2022
Breastfeeding will bring many new emotions and feelings, but pain should NOT be one of them. Tenderness and sensitivity are not uncommon in the beginning. These tips will help you get a good, deep latch that won’t hurt! No matter what position you use to feed your baby, it’s important to get a good latch. It takes […]
What should I eat and drink when I am breastfeeding?
August 15, 2022
A nutritious, balanced diet helps you stay energetic and make plenty of milk for your baby.
Am I making enough milk? Yes, you are!
August 8, 2022
This is the number one concern of breastfeeding moms. As you feed your baby, your body adjusts to make the right amount with the right nutrients.
SD WIC Fun Facts: August 2022
August 1, 2022
Happy National Breastfeeding Month! Breastfeeding greatly impacts the health and wellbeing of mothers and their babies. Learn about preparing for breastfeeding during pregnancy, creating a circle of support, advocating for your family, feeling empowered to ask for help, and reaching YOUR breastfeeding goal.
SD WIC Fun Facts: July 2022
July 1, 2022
Summer is here! Try a Frozen Yogurt Pops recipe for a satisfying, refreshing and healthy (yes, healthy!) summer treat! Learn the key to raising healthy eaters and find info on what is normal when breastfeeding.
Product Recall Notice – Jif® Peanut Butter
May 23, 2022
On May 20, the J. M. Smucker Company voluntarily recalled select Jif® products sold in the U.S. for potential Salmonella contamination. Recalled products were distributed nationwide to retail stores and other outlets. The FDA and CDC are investigating illnesses linked to the recalled product. Fourteen illnesses in 12 states have been reported, with two hospitalizations and […]
Steps to Keep Your Baby Safe during the National Formula Shortage
May 16, 2022
Updated June 22, 2022. Find steps parents and caregivers can take to make sure they are feeding their baby safely.
SD WIC Fun Facts: May 2022
May 2, 2022
Check out this month’s Fun Facts to pick a new whole grain for your family to try, learn what to do if you have a plugged duct when breastfeeding, and try this new recipe for Tabbouleh, a Middle Eastern salad with fresh herbs and vegetables.
SD WIC Fun Facts: April 2022
April 1, 2022
Spring is here! Try these tips to make grocery shopping fast, easy and safe so you can spend more time enjoying the outdoors! Learn about the many reasons babies cry and a new recipe for Orange Oatmeal Pancakes.
SD WIC Fun Facts: March 2022
March 8, 2022
March is National Nutrition Month®! Find meal and snack ideas that Celebrate a World of Flavors. Learn about relactation and try a new recipe for Southern Stuffed Potatoes.