WIC - CAPK | Community Action Partnership of Kern

What is WIC?

Women, Infants & Children

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and nutritious foods to supplement diets. WIC is a federally funded USDA nutrition program that is administered by the California Department of Public Health. Our WIC team includes registered dietitians, degreed nutritionists, International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC), certified lactation educators, and other trained professionals. WIC services are provided at no cost. There are currently 16 CAPK-WIC sites, 3 facilities are located in San Bernardino County.

BREASTFEEDING EDUCATION

Benefits of breastfeeding for mother and baby

Pumping Tips

Storing breastmilk

Breastfeeding rights

BREASTFEEDING EDUCATION

Benefits of breastfeeding for mother and baby

Pumping Tips

Storing breastmilk

Breastfeeding rights

Who is eligible for WIC?

• Pregnant women

• Breatsfeeding women up to one year postpartum

• Non-breastfeeding women up to six months postpartum

• Women who had a pregnancy loss in the past six months

• Infants & children under five years old

• All foster children under five years old

• Fathers, grandparents, and caretakers may receive WIC food benefits for eligible infants & children

• Migrant & military families

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

Breastfeeding peer counselors provide one-on-one counseling and motivation to support mothers with their breastfeeding goals. Peer counselors are available for advice after regular business hours through text or call.

Electrical pump loans

Online breastfeeding education

Lactation areas at every location

Virtual lactation support group

Breastfeeding encouragement

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

Breastfeeding peer counselors provide one-on-one counseling and motivation to support mothers with their breastfeeding goals. Peer counselors are available for advice after regular business hours through text or call.

Electrical pump loans

Online breastfeeding education

Lactation areas at every location

Virtual lactation support group

Breastfeeding encouragement

Nutrition Education

Receive one-on-one nutrition education with a WIC nutrition education specialist/nutrition expert.

• Online nutrition education classes

• Tips for picky eaters

• Healthy recipes

• Resources for healthy eating

• WIC provides nutrition education for all stages of your family’s life

• Tips for nausea during pregnancy

Nutritious Foods

The free supplemental nutritious foods provided to WIC participants include:

Cheese
Yogurt
Soy milk
Milk including Lactose free milk

Eggs
Peanut butter
Beans
Iron-fortified Cereal

Fruits & vegetables
Whole grains
Juices
Jarred baby foods
Canned fish

*Your free WIC foods will depend on your preferences and your child’s age.

Your WIC Journey

First Trimester

Sign up for a WIC card! Go grocery shopping after your first visit. WIC food benefits are added to your card monthly.

Second Trimester

Learn about breastfeeding and eating well for a healthy pregnancy.

Third Trimester

Get ready for birth and caring for your new baby.

Congratulations!

Your baby is here! Receive expert breastfeeding support from the start.

Baby's First Week

Talk to a WIC counselor and gain confidence in feeding your baby.

4, 6, and 9 Months Post Birth

Let’s talk about your baby’s eating and development.

Happy First Birthday!

Your baby is now a year of age! Check in with a WIC counselor about your child’s eating and growth.

They Grow So Quick!

Get WIC until your child turns 5! Meet with a Win counselor 2 or more times every year to learn about healthy foods and what your child needs for their age.