To apply, you will need to contact your local WIC office to make an appointment. Items that you may need to bring with you may include proof of pregnancy if you are pregnant, proof of residency, proof of income and valid identification.
The WIC Program serves specific groups of women, infants, and children. The following individuals applying for the WIC Program are considered categorically eligible: Pregnant women may be eligible throughout pregnancy and up to six weeks after the birth of the infant or the end of the pregnancy.
a. A woman's claim or self-declaration of pregnancy may be used as proof of pregnancy. b. A short certification of up to 60 days may be assigned, and benefits issued, for applicants who self-declare pregnancy.
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of California and one of the following:
WIC EBT is an electronic system that replaces paper vouchers with a card for food benefit issuance and redemption at authorized WIC grocery stores. Management Information Systems (MIS) of FNS WIC provides technical assistance and project oversight for State Agency partnership activities.
Federal Programs for Pregnant Women
The new WIC foods help you and your baby meet today's nutrition needs as recommended by your health care provider during pregnancy. You can continue to enjoy milk, cereal, eggs, juice, peanut butter and beans plus fruits, vegetables and whole grains!
WIC is for all types of families: married and single parents, working or not working. If you are a father, mother, grandparent, foster parent, or other guardian of a child under five, you can apply for WIC.
The most common early signs and symptoms of pregnancy might include:
Proof of pregnancy
This is usually a doctor's letter or a maternity certificate (known as an MATB1 certificate). Midwives and doctors usually issue these 20 weeks before the due date. The employee should give you proof within 21 days of the SMP start date.
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