Articles

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  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.

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  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!

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  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.

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  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.

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  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.

Video

• Using WIC Produce Connection Benefits at Farmers Markets and Roadside Stands

• Safe Sanitizing

• Calibrating a Thermometer

Resources and Publications

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  Infants and Food Safety: Powder Formula

  Published on August 26, 2025
  Handwashing and food safety are very important for babies. Food safety for babies depends on their parents and caregivers.

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  Pregnancy and Food Safety

  Published on August 5, 2025
  Use this guide for tips to help prevent foodborne illness during pregnancy.

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  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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  سلامة الغذاء أثناء الحمل ومرحلة الرضاعة

  Published on June 20, 2023
  إن السيدات الحوامل من الأشخاص المعرضين بدرجة كبيرة لخطر الإصابة بالأمراض المنقولة بالأغذية بسبب التغيرات التي تطرأ على جهاز المناعة لدى الأم. يمكن أن تعبر مسببات الأمراض المشيمة وتصيب الجنين.

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  Food Safety During Pregnancy and Infancy (E3475)

  Published on November 10, 2022
  Recommendations to prevent foodborne illness during pregnancy and infancy

Recipes

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  Homemade Baby Food - Avocado Puree

  Published on May 25, 2023
  Try this simple recipe for making homemade avocado puree baby food!

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  Homemade Baby Food - Pear Puree

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