VERMONT WIC'S E-NEWSLETTER
DECEMBER 2019
Keeping you up-to-date on events, nutrition and health information, recipes and new products .
Monica's WIC Story
Listen to Monica’s story about how WIC helped her family make healthier food choices.

What's your WIC story? We invite you to share your story with us at WIC@vermont.gov

Moms, you got this!

Did you know WIC food benefits can save you up to $65 per month per family member active on WIC? You'll save money that can be used for other expenses.
Winter Wonderland
Think snow people, snow angels, snow forts, sledding, ice skating – so much fun to be had this winter!
It does take a little extra effort to bundle up to get outside, although once you're outdoors, the fresh air will lift your spirits.Go for a winter walk and look for animal tracks in the snow. Check out this Animal Tracks Guide .
When you get back indoors, enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, hot honey vanilla milk, or warm maple milk. See recipes in this issue.
For more wintertime play ideas, visit Fit WIC Activities.
Warm Winter Drinks
Hot Honey Vanilla Milk
Serves 2

Ingredients
2 cups low-fat milk*
2 teaspoons honey**
1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
 pinch of ground cinnamon

Instructions
Put all the ingredients in a small pot and place it on the stove. Turn the heat to medium-low and cook until warm, about 3 minutes.
Whisk or stir from time to time.
Pour equal amounts into two mugs and serve warm.

Nutrition information per serving: calories 130, protein 8 grams, carbohydrates 18 grams, fat 2.5 grams, sodium 110 milligrams
Warm Maple Milk
Serves 2

Ingredients
2 cups low-fat milk*
2 teaspoon maple syrup

Instructions
Put the milk in a small pot and place it on the stove. Turn the heat to medium. Heat the milk, stirring occasionally, until hot, about 7 minutes (turn down the heat if it looks like it’s going to boil). 
Add the maple syrup and stir to mix.
Pour equal amounts into two mugs and serve warm.

Nutrition information per serving: calories 120, protein 8 grams, carbohydrates 17 grams, fat 2.5 grams, sodium 110 milligrams
*WIC food.
**Wait until your child is at least 1 year old before offering honey.
Recipes from Chop Chop .
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WICShopper App
Make WIC shopping easier with the WICShopper app. Scan items at the grocery store to find out if they are WIC-approved, take a picture of your last receipt for your WIC balance, view the VT WIC Foods guide, find recipes, and more!

Interested in learning more about the WICShopper app?  Contact  your local office , check out  WIC's Shopping page , or download the app with the link below.
wichealth.org online lessons count toward your WIC Nutrition Activity. If you would like to set up a wichealth.org account, contact your local office for your WIC Family ID number.
New and updated wichealth.org lessons!
  • Maximizing Food Dollars
  • Making a Meal Plan
  • Be Healthy with Veggies and Fruits
  • Build Strong Kids with Dairy Foods
  • Go for Whole Grains
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