If you don’t receive formula from WIC, and your baby has turned 6 months old, you can buy more baby food with your CA WIC card than a parent who receives formula. The following WIC foods must also comply with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Standards of Identity: infant formula, exempt infant formula, milks, cheese, fruit and vegetable juices, shell eggs, canned/frozen fruits and vegetables, whole wheat bread, canned fish, and peanut butter. More food for breastfeeding mothers and their babies If you are a breastfeeding mother, you can buy more food with your WIC Card than a woman who doesn’t breastfeed. Breastmilk is also very healthy for toddlers and children. Read the complete list of WIC foods here>īest food for babies Breastmilk is the best food for babies. WIC Food Packages - Regulatory Requirements for WIC-Eligible Foods.

Whole grains (100% wheat bread, tortillas, brown rice, oats).

Some of the WIC foods The WIC foods you can buy may include: Visit the Eye on Nutrition series to learn more about these and other nutrients and the WIC Meals of the Month series to find nutrient-specific recipes.

If you or your child has a food allergy or another medical concern, a WIC nutritionist can help you choose the best foods for you. Well known for being sources of vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, and fiber, MyPlate recommends making half your plate fruits and vegetables, and focusing on whole fruits and varying veggies. Special cases If you or your child can not tolerate dairy foods such as milk and cheese, you and the WIC educator can choose other healthy foods.

Wic fruits and vegetables