Nutrition counseling with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist; Free nutritious foods for babies, children until age 5, pregnant and breastfeeding moms; Breastfeeding Support by lactation specialists, classes and a pump loan program; Connect to community partners and resources; Access to online nutrition information (WIChealth.org) covering a variety of topics; Learn how to understand your baby's cues about sleep, hunger and why they might be fussy through Baby Behavior information
Description
WIC is a federal supplemental food program. WIC provides nutrition counseling and vouchers for nutritious foods to income-eligible women who are pregnant, breastfeeding and for children from birth up to age five. Tri-County Health Department has the largest network of WIC clinics in Colorado, serving an average caseload of over 25,000 clients. Last year, this federal program provided over $17.8 million dollars in direct assistance to local Tri-County families, which also helps our local economy.
WIC Breast Feeding Support
Breastfeeding is essential in infant development and is recommended by the Women, Infant, and Child Program to be the best way of feeding babies.
WIC Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for WIC benefits, applicants must meet Categorical, Residential, Income and Nutritional Risk Requirements.