This short-term program can help you get healthy food for yourself and your young children. Learn About the WIC Program Many low-income women and young children can get healthy food to add to their diet. It’s available through the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). WIC also offers nutrition counseling and referrals to health, welfare, and social services. Find Out If You or Your Children Are Eligible for the WIC Program If you’re applying for yourself, you must be at least one of the following: Pregnant Breastfeeding (up to the baby's first birthday) Within six months of having given birth or pregnancy ending If you’re applying for your children, they must be under 5 years old. You must meet other WIC eligibility requirements based on your income, your health, and where you live. Apply for the WIC Program Contact your state or local WIC agency for an appointment. When you call, someone will tell you where to apply and what to bring with you. Learn More About the WIC Program Your agency may not have enough money to serve everyone who needs WIC. In that case, it will maintain a waiting list and use a priority system to decide who will get WIC benefits first. For more information and help applying, contact your state or local WIC agency. You can also call its toll-free number.