If you are pregnant, have been pregnant in the last six months, or care for a child under 5, apply for WIC as soon as you can to begin your WIC journey.
With WIC, you’ll meet with a nutritionist each trimester to create a personalized care plan that fits your needs. Throughout your pregnancy, we’ll be here to support you with guidance on healthy eating, managing symptoms, exploring feeding options for your baby, understanding your baby’s needs, and more. We’ll also help you get comfortable using your WIC card and the California WIC app, and connect you to helpful resources along the way.
Between your one-on-one visits with your WIC counselor, you’ll need to complete quick and simple nutrition classes. You can join a live session on Zoom with other parents or take it at your own pace through wichealth.org. Your WIC counselor will be happy to help you register. Be sure to also explore Health eKitchen for easy, delicious recipes using your WIC foods!
After your baby is born, we can enroll them in person at a WIC office—checking their height and weight and offering breastfeeding support—or complete the enrollment by video, or phone at 888-942-2229. You can also text 91997 to schedule your appointment.
After your baby is born, add them to your WIC account by phone, video, or at your local WIC office to start receiving all the great benefits WIC has to offer. We’re here to support your baby’s healthy start and your transition into parenthood.
During your one-on-one appointments with a WIC counselor, you’ll get personalized guidance on bonding with your newborn, adjusting to life at home, and feeding—whether you're breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or both. You'll also learn what to expect in the months ahead.
Our team—including WIC counselors, registered dietitian nutritionists, breastfeeding peer counselors, and lactation consultants—is here to make sure you have the support you need to feed your baby. WIC offers one-on-one breastfeeding support, free electric breast pumps, access to our infant feeding helpline, and virtual breastfeeding support groups on Zoom.
Between appointments, you may be asked to take a nutrition education class. Choose from live Zoom sessions with other parents or self-paced lessons at wichealth.org. Be sure to also explore Health eKitchen for easy, delicious recipes using your WIC foods!
As your child grows, WIC is here to support their nutrition every step of the way. We’ll ask you to renew your child’s WIC account once a year. This can be done in person at your local WIC office, over video, or by phone at 888-942-2229. During your appointment, you'll learn about the right types and amounts of food for your child’s age. It’s also a great time to share what’s going well and talk with your WIC counselor about any questions or challenges you may have about your child’s eating or growth.
Between your one-on-one visits with your WIC counselor, you'll need to complete a quick and simple nutrition class—either live on Zoom with other parents or at your own pace at wichealth.org. Your WIC counselor can help you get started.
Be sure to also explore Health eKitchen for easy, delicious recipes using your WIC foods!
WIC counselors truly care about empowering you to raise a healthy family. We can’t wait to talk to you at your next appointment!
Families grow healthy with WIC.
