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To help meet the unique needs of expectant parents and infants under the age of one, Safe Food = Healthy Babies provides tools and resources that can help prevent illness caused from unsafe food handling.

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Articles

Physical activity during pregnancy

Published on July 9, 2025
Physical activity can help you stay healthy during pregnancy, and you can tailor an exercise plan to fit your needs.
Fill your plate with locally grown fruits and vegetables this summer

Published on June 13, 2025
Visit local farmers markets to enjoy delicious, Michigan grown produce!
Using WIC Produce Connection benefits at farmers markets and roadside stands

Published on May 8, 2025
WIC Produce Connection provides fresh, local produce to Michigan WIC clients, while promoting Michigan-grown agriculture.
Pregnancy and workplace rights

Published on January 8, 2025
Under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act of 2023, employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations to their employees for performing their job duties during pregnancy.
Supporting lactating parents at a Michigan farmers market

Published on November 11, 2024
Mama’s Lexington Farmers' Market introduced a lactation tent to support families who attend the market.

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Resources and Publications

Cleaning Infant Feeding Items

Published on August 8, 2025
A guide to washing and sanitizing.
Infants and Food Safety: Powder Formula

Published on August 8, 2025
Handwashing and food safety are very important for babies. Food safety for babies depends on their parents and caregivers.
Infants and Food Safety: Breast Milk

Published on August 8, 2025
Handwashing and food safety are very important for babies. Food safety for babies depends on their parents and caregivers.
Pregnancy and Food Safety

Published on August 5, 2025
Use this guide for tips to help prevent foodborne illness during pregnancy.
Seguridad alimentaria durante el embarazo y el primer año del bebé

Published on June 20, 2023
Las mujeres embarazadas son una población de alto riesgo frente a las enfermedades transmitidas por alimentos debido a los cambios en el sistema inmunitario de la madre.

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Recipes

Homemade Baby Food - Avocado Puree

Published on May 25, 2023
Try this simple recipe for making homemade avocado puree baby food!
Homemade Baby Food - Pear Puree

Try this simple recipe for making homemade pear puree baby food!