What WIC Provides

The WIC Program strongly supports breastfeeding, and the widest range of food benefits is provided to mothers who are fully breastfeeding their babies. For babies who are not fully breastfed, iron-fortified infant formula is available for the first year of life. The state contracts with one formula company to provide formula at a reduced price. Infants may also receive infant cereal and fruit juices during the first year.

Pregnant and postpartum women and children (under 5 years of age) participating in WIC receive food benefits for milk, cheese, eggs, cereals, peanut butter or dried beans or peas, and fruit or vegetable juices, fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grain breads and tortillas. Women who exclusively breastfeed their babies may also receive extra food, including canned fish.

WIC nutrition education assists WIC participants with nutrition-related health issues, and WIC staff work closely with health care providers, referring patients for health and social services including immunizations, substance abuse counseling and treatment, prenatal care, smoking cessation, lead screening, and more.

Get Started with WIC

Call the local office for your county and ask to set up an appointment. We'll do our best to find a location close to where you live.

Your first appointment will give you a chance to learn more about the program. Remember that all women, infants and children applying for benefits must be present at this appointment. More about what to bring and what to expect