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About the WIC Program

 

Frequently Asked Questions About the WIC Program


What foods does WIC provide?

How do I receive these foods?

What does medically/nutritionally at risk mean?

 

What foods does WIC provide?

For women (pregnant or breastfeeding):

  • Citrus or Vitamin C-enriched juice
  • Milk
  • Iron-fortified cereals
  • Cheese
  • Eggs
  • Peanut butter or dry beans/peas
  • Extra foods if breastfeeding
For newborns (0-6 months): 
  • Iron-fortified infant formula
For infants (6-12 months): 
  • Iron-fortified infant formula
  • Iron-fortified infant cereal
  • Infant juice
For children (1-5 years): 
  • Citrus or Vitamin C-enriched juice
  • Milk
  • Iron-fortified cereal
  • Cheese
  • Eggs
  • Peanut butter or dry beans/peas

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How do I receive these foods?

In Michigan, WIC is a coupon system. These coupons are exchanged for WIC approved foods at stores that accept WIC coupons.

WIC is a service provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and is available in all 50 states. WIC is not part of the Family Independence Program.

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What does medically/nutritionally at risk mean?

You have one or more of the following conditions:

  • Low iron in the blood
  • Too much or too little weight gain
  • Poor diet
  • Chronic diseases such as Diabetes
  • Pregnant and under age 17
  • Past problems during pregnancy
  • New pregnancy within 16 months of the last pregnancy

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