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1. What is WIC?

WIC is a nutrition program that helps families eat well and stay healthy. The WIC program provides:

• One-on-one counseling about nutrition
• Vouchers to purchase healthy foods
• Breastfeeding education with our Nurses and support through our Breastfeeding Peer Support program
• Referrals to healthcare, immunizations, and other programs

2. Who is WIC for?

• Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or who recently had a baby. You can stay on WIC for one year after your baby is born if you are breastfeeding, or for six months if not breastfeeding.
• Infants from birth to 1 year of age.
• Children from 1 year of age to their 5th birthday.