WIC Program

WIC is also known as a Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children. WIC is a nutritional program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and children up to age five. The program is offered to low-income families. Studies show that prenatal WIC participation for low-income Medicaid women results in longer pregnancies, fewer premature births, and fewer infant deaths. Also, more women are breastfeeding due to their participation in the WIC program, because they provide them with information on breastfeeding. Children enrolled in the program are more likely to have a regular source of medical care and have more up to date immunizations. WIC significantly improves children's diets. Some examples of where you might find WIC services are county health departments, hospitals, mobile clinics, community centers, schools, public housing sites, migrant health centers, and Indian Health Service facilities.