WIC Program

Overview

The most important times for growth and development occur during pregnancy and early childhood. The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) improves the health and nutrition of parents, and their children during this critical time. Studies show that prenatal individuals who are enrolled in the WIC Program are more likely to have babies with a healthy birth weight, and children in WIC are more likely to do better in school.

Services Provided by WIC

The WIC program provides nutritious foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding/chestfeeding support, and referrals to eligible pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum individuals, infants, and children up to age five.

Healthy Food and Nutrition Education

  • Individualized food packages designed to promote healthy weights
    • Get access to healthy foods such as milk, cheese, yogurt, fresh vegetables and fruits, 100% juice, whole-grain pasta, rice, bread, cereal, formula, eggs, baby food and more
  • Get healthy recipes and information on a healthy lifestyle
  • Nutritionists provide information based on your interests and needs.

Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding Support

  • Trained experts are available for consultation
  • Peer Counselors from your community with breastfeeding experience
  • Breast pumps are available for parents who need them
  • Special food packages are available to meet the needs of breastfeeding parents

Referrals to Other Services

Staff at your local New York State WIC office can provide information about services available to help you and your family live a healthy, well-balanced lifestyle. This includes referrals to other health and social services.

Si desea información adicional en español sobre el Programa WIC, ingrese a nuestro sitio web Programa WIC.

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