WIC is a program for pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants, and children younger than 5 and is available in all counties in North Dakota. WIC offers healthy food for proper growth and development and helps families choose healthier ways of eating.

What is WIC?

WIC is a federal nutrition program that gives you:

• nutrition information, counseling and support

• breastfeeding information and support

• nutritious foods

• health screenings

• referrals to other services

To be eligible for WIC,

1. You must be:

• pregnant woman;

• breastfeeding woman (up to one year after giving birth)

• new mother (up to six months after giving birth)

• parent, guardian or caretaker who has an infant or child younger than 5 years of age

AND,

2. You must have a nutritional health risk. The WIC Staff will be able to find a risk by checking your height, weight and iron count, and having you fill out a diet and medical history.

AND,

3. Your annual household income must be within WIC Guidelines (see below). Note: You may have a job and still meet these guidelines.

North Dakota WIC Income Eligibility Guidelines

April 1, 2009 to March 31, 2010

* Pregnant women count as two

* If on TANF, Medical Assistance or Food Stamps, will be eligible for WIC

For more information visit:

North Dakota Department of Health, Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity

USDA WIC

Or contact Cavalier County WIC Director at (701) 256-2402 or by e-mail

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