United General WIC

09/01/2026

It’s Workplace Lactation Week , and this year’s theme is “Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the modern parent.” 🤱 At WIC, we support working parents by providing breast pumps, peer support and lactation experts, nutritious food, and personalized food packages to support your breastfeeding goals.

We believe breastfeeding parents should be able to feed their babies or toddlers (or pump/hand express milk!) at work, school, and in public with respect and support. Learn more about your breastfeeding rights:
https://doh.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2025-03/961-1325-WAStateAndFederalBreastFeedingLawsAndResources.pdf

https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/talking-your-employer-about-pumping-work

08/26/2026

Black Breastfeeding Week -- August 25–31
Breastfeeding rates in the Black community remain lower compared to other communities, highlighting the need for increased awareness, support, and education. 💖

Join us in celebrating the 15th annual Black Breastfeeding Week! 🤱🏿 This year's theme, "We All We Got,” uplifts the importance of breastfeeding while honoring Black families, culture, and community by centering collective power and togetherness.

https://www.facebook.com/BlackBreastfeedingWeek

08/24/2026

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! ⭐

08/19/2026

Did you know? 🤔Water is one of the most important nutrients for your body! 💧

Water makes up about 60% of the body and is needed for every single organ to function properly. Water also helps prevent dehydration and regulates your body temperature, which is so important during the hot summer months! ☀️Staying hydrated is especially important for little ones and those who are breastfeeding!

08/17/2026

AANHPI Breastfeeding Week - August 15-21

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!

08/14/2026

Indigenous Milk Medicine Week – August 8-14
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.

08/14/2026

Join us for an evening of food, fun, and community connection from 5-7 pm on Aug. 26 or Sept. 10. Enjoy a FREE dinner while you learn more about our new program designed specifically for dads!

Our new fatherhood program launches in October!

Skagit Dads Connect supports local dads and father figures who are ready to build on their parenting skills, learn new tools and approaches for strengthening their relationships, and helping their kids succeed.

Groups are available in English and in Spanish.

Learn more at UnitedGeneral.org/SkagitDads

08/12/2026

Corn and whole-wheat tortillas are a nutrient-dense and versatile kitchen staple, and also this month’s WIC-approved food! 🌟

Corn and whole-wheat tortillas are great sources of protein and fiber and can be incorporated in your family’s meals in countless ways! Try out some of these recipe ideas:

🌯Burritos and breakfast wraps: You can add your favorite veggies for extra flavor.
🍲Tortilla soup or casserole.
🍕Custom tortilla pizza: Use your tortilla as the “dough” and add your favorite toppings.

08/01/2026

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

07/30/2026

August is Breastfeeding Month! From August 3rd to 7th, stop by United General WIC in Sedro Woolley to learn more -- 2031 Hospital Drive Sedro Woolley WA 98284
🌟We support your feeding journey.
🌟Every drop of breastmilk helps babies thrive
🌟Feeding is a special to for connection and bonding