What is WIC?

Women Infants and Children (WIC) Program Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children

WIC is a health, nutrition and breastfeeding program that offers:

• California WIC Card to shop for free healthy foods
• One-on-one sessions about nutrition, breastfeeding and health by phone with a WIC educator
• Answers to your questions while you are pregnant and as your child grows
• Breastfeeding support
• Online education
• Referrals to healthcare programs and other community resources

What is the California WIC Card?

• WIC parents use it to buy WIC foods at the market.
• It looks like a debit card.
• It’s easier to use than food checks.
• WIC gives you the card when you enroll.

What You Need to Know about WIC and Public Charge

WIC offices in Alameda County

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