Woman Infant and Children (WIC)
WIC is a nutrition and breastfeeding program that helps young families eat well and be healthy. Dates for WIC Clinics in Jackson and Windom can be obtained by calling any DVHHS location! Click here for Breastfeeding Promotion and Support
WIC can help: Pregnant woman learn about nutritious foods for a healthy pregnancy and birth; Support breastfeeding and help new moms meet their breastfeeding goals; Families provide nutritious foods to their young children so they are healthy, happy and ready to learn.
WIC staff provide: Information about nutrition during pregnancy, and about feeding your baby and young children; Vouchers for a variety of healthy foods, including fruits & vegetables, milk, eggs, whole grain foods, and more; Information and referrals to other health and social services
DVHHS recognizes that teen pregnancy and childbearing bring substantial social and economic costs through immediate and long-term impacts on teen parents and their children. Click Here for Teen Pregnancy Resources
To get more information on any of these programs, please contact either of the DVHHS Public Health Offices.