If you are pregnant, recently had a baby, are breastfeeding or have a child younger than 5 years of age, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) could help you.
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a short-term intervention program designed to influence lifetime nutrition and health behavior in high-risk populations. WIC is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture.
WIC Provides
- Nutrition education and services;
- Breastfeeding promotion and education;
- A monthly food prescription of nutritious foods; and
- Access to maternal, prenatal and pediatric health-care services.
Breastfeeding
The Martin County Health Department has a certified Lactation Specialist and Breastfeeding Peer Counselor. Call for an appointment 606-268-7752.
