Nutrition Education
Nutrition Education Through WIC
If you meet the above requirements, fill out this questionnaire. The WIC program aims to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age five who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care.
- Get kid-friendly recipes, tips about feeding your children, and ideas to improve your whole family's health and nutrition
- Schedule one-on-one appointments with a nutritionist at no cost to you
Breastfeeding Support
Breastfeeding Support
If you meet the above requirements, fill out this questionnaire. The WIC program aims to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age five who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care.
- Information about the benefits of breastfeeding
- One-one-one appointments with a lactation consultant or peer counselor
- Opportunities to connect with other WIC moms who are breastfeeding
- Information and resources to help you keep breastfeeding after going back to work or school
- Breast pumps at some WIC clinic locations
Healthy Foods
Monthly Benefits for Healthy Foods
Through WIC, you can also get monthly benefits for healthy foods like milk, cereal, fruits, and vegetables. You get extra foods if you are fully breastfeeding and participate in WIC. You can also get:
- Iron-fortified formula for non-breastfed babies
- Jarred baby fruits, vegetables, and meats
Health Screening & Referrals
Health Screenings & Referrals
Through WIC, you can also get healthcare appointments to measure growth, height, weight, and blood iron levels. You can also identify health risks, get immunization screenings, and get referrals to other services like:
Additional Resources
If you would like to apply or request more information about this program, make a phone appointment with a WIC certifier.
WIC Does Not Affect Your Immigration Status
Being on WIC does not make you a public charge and does not affect your immigration status. See the full statement from the federal Department of Agriculture.
Washington WIC doesn't discriminate.
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.