Nutrition Matters, Inc.

This week's NuBite… Zucchini Stir Fry (a Nutrition Matters favorite!)

Have extra zucchini? Try this easy recipe to enjoy zucchinis and bell peppers as a tasty side or main dish! 🍽

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This week's NuBite… Watermelon Slushie! 🍉

Slushies and smoothies are a great way to enjoy naturally sweet, in-season fruits.

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August is… National Breastfeeding Month! 🤱 Join us in shining a light on why protecting, promoting, and supporting lactation is so important.

Today we also recognize IBCLC Appreciation Day, National WIC Breastfeeding Week and World Breastfeeding Week. 💜

Each month, we share a FREE breastfeeding tip via email and on our social media channels. Sign up to receive our next Breastfeeding Tip delivered directly to your inbox! 📨 Available in English and Spanish → https://bit.ly/3ES36Qj

This week's NuBite… Creamy Avocado Dip! 🥑

Our team likes to add this yummy dip as a burrito or taco topping. It also makes a great dip for raw veggies!

Need recipe or family activity inspiration? 💭 Check out archived NuBites on our website: https://stores.numatters.com/nubite-tipsheets

Colostrum is the best food to nourish and protect your newborn baby. Breastfeed in the first hour after delivery to give your baby a gift of nutrition and health! 🤱

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This week's NuBite… Fruity Popsicles!

Serve these 100% fruit juice popsicles as a cool snack on a hot summer day. ☀️
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This week's NuBite… Fruits & Veggies That Won’t Break Your Budget! 🥕🍉

From choosing in-season produce to selecting produce that has a longer shelf life, you can save money while enjoying the health benefits of fruits & veggies.

What are your favorite budget-friendly recipes? 💭 You can find ours on our website: https://stores.numatters.com/nubite-tipsheets

Dads and partners matter, and can help babies breastfeed longer! Share the important ways partners can help, support and bond with their new baby. 👶

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This week's NuBite… Cucumber and Tomato Salad! 🥒🍅

Celebrate Father’s Day with the special people in your life by making this fresh and flavorful recipe.

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This week's NuBite… It’s Food Allergy Awareness Week!

Around 6 months of age, after your baby has started eating solid foods, offer a variety of foods—including common causes of food allergies, like eggs. 🥚 Eating these foods early and often in life may reduce the risk of food allergies!

Need recipe or family activity inspiration? 💭 Check out archived NuBites on our website: https://stores.numatters.com/nubite-tipsheets

Did you know? Your baby can taste some of the different flavors from foods you eat through your milk! 🤱

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This week's NuBite… Mother’s Day Breakfast idea! 💡

Celebrate with the special people in your life by making this yummy and kid-friendly breakfast muffin recipe.

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This week's NuBite… Fresh Fruit Salad with Yogurt Drizzle! 🍓🫐

Fruits are important sources of many nutrients, including potassium, dietary fiber, folate, and Vitamin C. Eat lots of different fruits to help your family be healthy. It’s a win for your family!

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Last week our team had the opportunity to meet Dr. David Paige at the National WIC Association Annual Conference in Chicago. Dr. Paige’s work set the foundation for today’s nutrition program by focusing on clinical nutrition, health outcomes for low birthweight & premature infants, racial disparities in health.

Stefanie, Joe and Tracy shared our newest educational materials – both print and digital – with conference attendees. Our new 8 Tips for Feeding a Picky Eater booklet was very popular! Check it out: https://stores.numatters.com/new-sale/

We’re inspired by our partners in for their contributions to increasing health care access and providing nutrition support during pregnancy for all new parents!

Planning to be away from your baby? How you should store breast milk depends on how soon you want to use it. Here’s how to store freshly expressed milk safely!

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This week's NuBite… Cook with your child! 🧑‍🍳

Cooking together is a great way to get picky eaters interested in new foods. Children who help in the kitchen are more likely to try the foods they help prepare.

Need recipe or family activity inspiration? 💭 Check out archived NuBites on our website: https://stores.numatters.com/nubite-tipsheets

This week's NuBite… Homemade Ranch Hummus!

Enjoy this twist on a classic as a spread on whole wheat crackers, as a dip for veggies or as a part of a protein-packed sandwich.

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Yes! You can drink a small amount of caffeine from coffee, tea or soda while breastfeeding. ☕️ 🫖🥤 Learn more about breastfeeding… wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov

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Happy ! Our team thanks you for all of the work you do!

IBCLC Day celebrations are beginning TODAY in many parts of the world 🌍✨

ILCA is proud to celebrate all of the wonderful IBCLCs that help contribute to such an important cause, and you should be too! Spread the love and show us how you are celebrating the day by tagging ILCA and/or using in your social media posts!

Be sure to check out our IBCLC Day resource page for graphics, celebration ideas, and how to share your IBCLC story: https://ilca.org/ibclc-day-2024

National Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day is March 13th! ♥️

Share this image to thank an RDN in your circle and beyond, for their indispensable knowledge in food and nutrition services for families!

This week's NuBite… Ideas to help reduce food waste! 💡

National Nutrition Month’s theme, “Beyond the Table,” reminds us to limit food waste. Try these delicious ideas to use foods in your fridge with a shorter shelf life first, like berries and spinach. 🫐🥬

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This week's NuBite… Snack on Iron Foods!

Celebrate National Snack Food Month with these easy iron-rich snacks featuring breakfast cereal. 🥣

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Did you know? Crying is a late sign of hunger. Watch your baby for these signs so you can respond early. 🧑‍🍼

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This week's NuBite… A fun and easy Valentine's Day craft! 💕

You and your child can work together to make this cute homemade gift for someone special.

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This week's NuBite… Stack a Snack!

Celebrate National Peanut Butter Day on January 24th with snacks that feature peanut butter! 🥜

Need recipe inspiration? 💭 Check out archived NuBites on our website: https://stores.numatters.com/nubite-tipsheets/

Having a baby is a busy time for parents. Keep healthy foods on hand that make a healthy choice easy! 🍎🥦

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This week's NuBite… Black Bean Salsa!

Celebrate National Bean Day with this creative and easy recipe. Serve black bean salsa with enchiladas, taco salad, burritos or as a side dish!

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Dads, those in fatherly roles, and partners… If you could share one parenting tip or idea, what would it be? Comment below! 💬

We are looking for your insight on ways to:

- Bond with your new baby
- Communicate, play and grow with your toddler
- Create special memories with your child
- Care of your mental and physical health while also caring for your family

Simply comment with your favorite parenting advice, tip and/or idea below. 💡

Your tip or idea could be featured in the new educational brochure that Nutrition Matters is creating for 2024! 📝