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Women, Infant and Children food program

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t is important for a mother that is pregnant to get as much nutrition as possible for the
well being for her baby. Sometime, a mother who is low income can not afford a decent meal. The good news is that there is a Government funded program that will accept low income mothers who can not afford a nutritious meal. The program is called WIC which stands for Women, Infant and Children. WIC is a program that is tailored to mothers, infant and children who are malnutrious and is in desperate need of a nutritious meal. WIC is offered to children no older than 5 years old.   

To apply  stop by your local Government health department. It is important to know that
although the program is designed to help women, infant and children it may differ from
State to State since it is administered by territory. The process of applying for WIC isnot
difficult. You must demostrate that you are low income and at nutrition risk. Before going
to the health deparment Bring all proper Identification to the office. After the filing
process is done, you will be scheduled for an appointment.The length of the WIC program is short-term, and will have to be reapply every 6 months to a year. WIC must be apply as soon as possible as there are a waiting list. The Health Department may not have enough funds to serve all mothers that apply therefore it is first come first serve.

According to Federal Law, the Government can not discriminate peole of race, color nationality, sex, age or disability. This is protection and right that you are entitled to WIC as long as you qualify. If there is a problem, please speak with your health department representative and be courteous as possible. They are there to help you and offer any necessary guidance. If you need an interpreter, please bring someone who can speak your language and understands the English language. WIC is a free program and is open to all eligible applicants. Below are the list of food you can receive. It is different according to each different States. This is basic food you will receive.

Women, Infant, and Children food list

* Milk
* Soy milk
* Cheese
* Eggs
* Infant formula
* Infant Cereal
* Peanut butter
* Dried Peas or Beans
* Canned Beans
* Juice – 100% fruit juice
* Cereals (Most brand and variaties are listed)
* Fresh fruits and vegetables
* Frozen vegetables
* Canned vegetables
* Canned tomatoes products
* Canned fruits
* Frozen apple
* Frozen Grapefruit
* Frozen Mixed Blend
* Frozen Orange
* Frozen Pineapple
* Whole Grain bread
* Tortillas
* Brown Rice
* Tofu
* Baby food- Fruits and Vegetables

For breastfeeding women only:

* Tuna
* Sardines
* Pink Salmon
* Bread

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