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1. What is Women, Infants & Children (WIC)?

WIC is a nutrition and breastfeeding program. It helps eligible pregnant women, new mothers, babies and young children eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy. WIC provides nutrition education and counseling, nutritious foods, and referrals to health and other social services.

2. What are benefits of being enrolled in the WIC program?

When participating in the WIC program, you:

• Get nutritious foods at no cost
• Have healthier pregnancies, healthier births, and healthier children
• Receive nutrition counseling for yourself and your children

3. What does WIC provide?

WIC will provide:

• Breastfeeding Information and Support
• Health Foods like:
  • Baby Foods
  • Beans
  • Cereal
  • Eggs
  • Fresh Fruit and Vegetables
  • Low-Fat Milk
  • Peanut Butter
  • Whole Grains
• Nutrition Tips and Advice
• Referrals for Health Services

4. What requirements must I meet to be eligible for WIC?

You may be eligible if you meet the income guideline and are a:

• Breastfeeding Woman
• Infant or Child up to Five Years of Age
• Pregnant or Postpartum Woman

Wondering if you’re eligible? Find out through the Minnesota Department of Health's website.

5. How do you get WIC?

Call Le Sueur County Public Health at 507-357-8246, or stop by to make an appointment at:
88 S Park Avenue
Le Center, MN 56057