Waco-McLennan County Public Health District

Join Waco WIC on Saturday, August 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Waco Convention Center (Texas South Room) for our National Breastfeeding Month Celebration in honor of all breastfeeding moms!
• Breastfeeding information
• Games and raffles
• Community vendors
If you have questions about breastfeeding or need breastfeeding support, Waco WIC is here to support you!
Call (254)750-5474 for more information.

HEAT SAFETY TIPS FOR KIDS:
1. Let children play outside in the cooler time of the day, avoiding peak heat times
2. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Children cannot regulate their body temperature as well as adults, so it is important to have cool breaks in the shade with lots of cool/cold water to drink
2. Avoid using bug-repellent/sunscreen combination products. Sunscreen is designed to be reapplied every 2-3 hours, but bug-repellent is not intended to be reapplied

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://bit.ly/4hMTY4a

Join us for Fellowship of Kings on Tuesdays from 5-7 p.m. at the Dad Cafe (225 W Waco Dr - PTR 1st Floor), a series for Fathers and Father-figures of McLennan County caring for a child or children ages 0-17.

What to expect:
• Open discussions
• Practical tools & tips
• Community support
• Resources & more

Together, we're building stronger fathers, stronger families, and stronger communities.

Our next Dad Cafe is September 1. Please email [email protected] to let us know you're attending.

GRILLING SAFETY: Wash your hands with soap before and after handling raw meat, poultry, and seafood. Wash surfaces, utensils, and the grill before and after cooking.
More grilling safety tips: cdc.gov/foodsafety

Don't let mosquitoes sideline your plans! Mosquitoes can spread germs that make you sick. Protect yourself and your family while enjoying your favorite outdoor activities:
• Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellents.
• Wear loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirts and pants.
• Control mosquitoes outdoors (and indoors), for example, by dumping standing water where they can lay their eggs.
More tips: https://bit.ly/4cMWW3b

🥘 Register now for one of our fun cooking classes, available in English and Spanish, to help you earn your WIC class credits. Our next class is on August 6, and spots are limited!
📋 Register: https://bit.ly/4w1nkzO

🥘Inscríbase ahora en una de nuestras divertidas clases de cocina —disponibles en inglés y español— para obtener sus créditos de las clases de WIC. ¡Nuestra próxima clase es el 6 de agosto y las plazas son limitadas!
📋Registro: https://bit.ly/4w1nkzO

SUN SAFETY TIP: Put on broad-spectrum sunscreen that filters out both UVA and UVB rays and has an SPF of 15 or higher before you go outside. Don’t forget to put a thick layer on all exposed skin. Reapply at least every two hours, as well as after swimming, sweating, or toweling off.

🥑 It’s National Avocado Day!

Whether you mash it, slice it, or blend it, this creamy superfruit is packed with heart-healthy fats, fiber, and flavor.

From toast to tacos, guac to smoothies—how are you enjoying your avo today? 💚 Check out this healthy recipe for Avocado Dip!