WOMEN, INFANTS,
& CHILDREN
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA WIC STATE AGENCY
CALL US: 202-442-9397
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8am-4:45pm
DC WIC stands united with those on the frontlines fighting for racial justice. Racism is a public health issue and we are committed to serving and supporting our WIC families in an effort to build a more equitable, safe, and healthy community.
Black Lives Matter.
Tools:
National Health Observances Trying to choose a nutrition education theme for the month? Here are some ideas!
WIC Works: Infant Formula Calculator for CPAs
New Infant Nutrition and Feeding Guide Released by USDA
April 2019
Educational Resources By Category
Nutrition and Feeding
Healthy Babies Bright Futures Executive Summary
Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about the risk of heavy metal exposure to children, and how to help minimize it
How to Safely Prepare Infant Formula
Handout for parents and caregivers
It's Fun to Eat Fruits & Veggies
Lesson plans & activities for preschoolers
8 tips for parents
Parent handout in English/Spanish
Healthy Eating for Preschoolers
Handout includes daily food checklist (English)
Nutrition Facts Label Materials
How to read a food label - step by step
Fruit and Vegetable Resource Guide
Includes handouts for participants!
PDF tipsheets, infographics, & games for kids
Reducing the Risk of Choking in Young Children at Mealtimes
Children under the age of four are at a high risk of choking while eating. Created for parents and caregivers of young children, this colorful four-page resource includes tips on:
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Preparing foods to make them easier to chew
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Choking hazards to avoid
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Ways to model and teach good eating habits
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And more!
Food & Vitamin Handouts
Mental Health
Substance Abuse
Developmental Health
Serving DC pregnant moms and families with children, up to 5 years old, who are facing developmental and
behavioral concerns.
Emotional, Verbal or Physical Abuse
Recommended Online Resources:
The American Academy of Pediatrics