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Women, Infants, & Children (WIC)

WIC Services

 

At Family Health Center, we believe that strong families begin with strong support. That’s why we proudly offer WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) services to help eligible families access the nutrition, education, and resources they need during pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood.

WIC is a federally funded program that provides healthy foods, nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals to additional services—all at no cost to those who qualify.

Who WIC Helps:

  • Pregnant women

  • New mothers (up to 6 months postpartum, or 1 year if breastfeeding)

  • Infants and children up to age 5

 

What WIC Provides:

  • Monthly benefits for nutritious foods like baby formula, milk, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains

  • Personalized nutrition education and counseling

  • Breastfeeding support and supplies

  • Health screenings and growth monitoring

  • Referrals to healthcare, social services, and other community programs

Breastfeeding

WIC provides a special breastfeeding education and support program to help you make informed choices about how to feed your baby. This program includes: 

  • Breastfeeding aids and devices

  • Prenatal classes and support groups

  • Peer counseling support

  • Consultation with a Certified Lactation Counselor or IBCLC

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs

If you need help to stop using alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs, talk to one of our WIC nutritionists, health care providers, or social workers.

 

WIC can work best for you if you: 

  •  Keep your appointments. If you cannot keep your appointment, please call our WIC office to reschedule.

  • Take your eWIC card with you to purchase your WIC foods and know your card's PIN. 

  • Take your WIC Food Guide and Shopping List with you to shop for your WIC foods.

  • Make sure you are shopping at a WIC-authorized store or pharmacy.

  • Make sure your WIC clinic has your correct address and phone number.

  • Notify your local WIC clinic if you plan to move so your WIC benefits can be transferred to your new location. 

Our caring WIC team is here to guide you through every step—from checking your eligibility to making the most of your benefits. We’re here to listen, support, and empower you to give your family the healthiest start possible.

Getting Started is Simple.


Ask about WIC during your next visit or call us directly to speak with a WIC representative. We’ll walk you through the process with care and respect—because your family’s well-being is our priority.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW:

  • It is illegal to participate in the WIC Program in more than one clinic or state at the same time.

  • WIC foods should not be sold, traded, or given away.

For more information, you can click below to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page or contact the WIC Department at Family Health Center, Inc. at (601) 422-0243.

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Family Health Center is a private, non-profit corporation 501(c)(3) which is governed by a community-based Board of Directors. The Board of Directors consists of members who use Family Health Center as their center for primary healthcare and who are community representatives.

 

This health center is a Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C. 254b, and a deemed Public Health Service employee under 42 U.S.C. 233(g)-(n).

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