WIC stands for Women, Infants, and Children and is also called the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program. WIC is a federal program designed to provide food to low-income pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children until the age of five. The program provides a combination of nutrition education, supplemental foods, breastfeeding promotion and support, and referrals for health care. WIC has proven effective in preventing and improving nutrition related health problems within its population.

WIC actively works with clients in Scotland County to encourage initial and continuous breastfeeding. Breast milk provides the baby with necessary nutrients needed for proper growth and development. The Breastfeeding Program offers classes, counseling, books, tapes, breast pads, and breast pumps. Our local coordinator provides instruction and support to clients as needed. During the previous year, the department received a certificate of achievement for the greatest improvement in the percentage of infants still breastfeeding at 6 weeks of age.

To obtain additional referral forms, pamphlets, or other information contact the Scotland County Public Health Department at (910) 277-2440 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday or click here.