Topic of the Month

On this page: Breastfeeding | Counseling | Feeding Behavior | Foods | General | Healthy Habits | Nutrition | Pregnancy | Substance Use | Vitamin Supplements | Weight Inclusive

The Topic of the Month encompasses a diverse range of topics, with new articles added most months. Articles are updated as needed for new content and to correct links. The topic is dated to reflect the most recent material. 

These topic articles can be counted towards the 10-hour continuing education as a part of the annual required trainings for Local Agency staff (Keep track of the actual time spent reading and discussing each memo).

If you have a suggested topic for us to cover, please email our Training Coordinator, Carole Kelnhofer. 

Breastfeeding

Dietary Intake During Lactation (PDF)

Contraceptives and Milk Making (PDF)

Pumping (PDF)

WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum (PDF)

Donor Milk and Information Milk Sharing (PDF)

Doula Care (PDF)

Hand Expression (PDF)

Mastitis Updated Guidance (PDF) 

Relactation (PDF)

Supporting Breastfeeding During Challenging Times (PDF)

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Counseling

Food Insecurity (PDF)

Using Positive Deviance in Counseling (PDF)

Communication and Counseling Over the Phone (PDF)

Positive Deviance (PDF)

Trauma-Informed Care in Nutrition (PDF)

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Feeding Behavior

A New Look at Responsive Feeding Practices (PDF)

Baby-led Weaning (PDF)

Sensory Disorder or Picky Eating (PDF)

Trauma Effects on Child and Infant Feeding Behaviors (PDF)

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Foods

Food Allergies (PDF)

Added Sugar (PDF)

Energy Drinks (PDF)

Milk & Milk Alternatives (PDF)

Tips on Shopping for WIC Foods (PDF)

Yogurt (PDF)

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General

Addressing Social Media Hype and Misinformation (PDF)

Developmental Delays and WIC Resources (PDF)

Infant Stools: What's Normal? (PDF)

Postpartum Care (PDF)

Staff Burnout (PDF)

Target Marketing (PDF)

WIC Staff Training (PDF)

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Healthy Habits

Encouraging Family Mealtime (PDF)

Fluoridated Water (PDF)

Get Moving and Stay Active (PDF)

Indoor Play Time (PDF)

Introduction to the Cup (PDF)

Kids in the Kitchen - Topic of the Month (PDF)

Media and Young Children (PDF)

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Nutrition

The Role of Fiber in Children's Diets (PDF)

Food Pouches (PDF)

Gluten-Free Diets (PDF)

Healthy Fats (PDF)

Infant Cereal (PDF)

Iodine (PDF)

Iron Deficiency Anemia (PDF)

Lactose Intolerance (PDF)

Micronutrients that Support Immunity (PDF)

Supporting Sensory-friendly Nutrition for Autistic Children (PDF)

Vegetarian Diets for Children (PDF)

Vitamin D (PDF)

Whole Grains (PDF)

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Pregnancy

Gestational Diabetes (PDF)

Preeclampsia (PDF)

Health Pregnancy Outcomes (PDF)

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Substance Use

Cannabidiol (CBD) (PDF)

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (PDF)

Cannabis Use While Pregnant or Lactating (PDF)

Vaping (PDF)

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Vitamin Supplements

Gummy Prenatal Vitamins (PDF)

Prenatal Vitamins (PDF)

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Weight Inclusive

Weight Inclusivity & Growth (PDF)

Growth Charts (PDF)

Discussing Child's Weight (PDF)

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