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Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a special supplemental nutrition program which provides services like:
Eligibility for WIC is based on nutritional risk and income eligibility. Only the following people may be eligible to receive WIC benefits and services:
Pregnant Women
You can apply for WIC as soon as you learn you are pregnant.
Data shows that pregnant women who participate in the WIC program have fewer low birth weight babies, experience fewer infant deaths, see the doctor earlier in pregnancy and eat healthier.
Breastfeeding & Postpartum Women
Postpartum is up to six months after delivery.
Our WIC staff includes a breastfeeding peer counselor that teaches new and soon-to-be moms about breastfeeding and supports them through their journey.
Children up to 5 years old
Any type of legal guardian is able to apply on behalf of a child in this age range. This includes dads, moms, grandparents, foster parents and more.
Applicants must live in the state in which they apply and meet income guidelines or be on Medicaid, SNAP, or TANF.
WIC services are provided by appointment at the following locations and times:
Tuesdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the Barton County Health Department
Wednesdays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the Dade County Health Department
Thursdays and Fridays: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM at the Barton County Health Department
After 5:00 appointments are available on select days, call or text for details.
Walk In clinic: First Monday of the Month 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, First Come First Served in Barton County
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Breastfeeding Peer Counselors are available around the clock to support and encourage you in your breastfeeding journey! They are WIC moms just like you, from your community, who have breastfed at least one baby. They are trained by WIC to give basic breastfeeding information and help pregnant and breastfeeding women have a positive breastfeeding journey.
What can your BFPC do for you?
– Support breastfeeding and help mothers make informed decisions about breastfeeding their baby.
– Keep in touch to support your goals.
– Answer questions and concerns.
– Refer you to WIC expert if more help is needed.
– Give ways to have a good start with your journey.
– Tips to help with your milk supply.
– How to get help from Family and Friends.
– Ways to keep bonding with baby after you return to work/school.
– Tips for breastfeeding in public.
– Tips for pumping.
Peer Counselor Candice Cox is a mother of four who loves crafting, reading, plants, and all things outdoors with her family. She is very passionate about breastfeeding and looks forward to supporting you in your journey. She can be reached at 417-262-2390 or via email at ccox@bartonmohealth.gov
Peer Counselor Jackie Heinen is a mom of two who enjoys sewing, gardening, and spending time with her family. She jokingly says she’s in her “grandma era” because she loves cozy, creative hobbies and supporting moms to shamelessly breastfeed! She can be reached at 417-262-2333 or email at jackie.heinen@bartonmohealth.gov
If you need a little more help, Tina Schnelle is the mother of three grown children. She loves reading and traveling. She exclusively breastfed all three of her children for a year (or more), including one stubborn girl who would not take a bottle or pacifier. She is a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) and a certified lactation counselor (CLC). She is passionate about helping every woman reach her personal breastfeeding goals.
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The Barton County Health Department sends big thank you to Lamar Bank & Trust Company and the Federal Home Loan
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