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Pregnancy, birth and the first year in Wisconsin, in 14 topics: from who runs maternal and child health to what happens at your newborn's screening.

Food Assistance and Nutrition Education

Pregnant women and mothers in Wisconsin have access to a variety of food assistance and nutrition education programs aimed at promoting health and well-being. Below is an overview of key resources available:

Food Assistance Programs

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
The WIC program provides supplemental nutrition assistance, breastfeeding support, and nutrition education to pregnant women, postpartum mothers, and children under five. Benefits include healthy foods, personalized nutrition counseling, and referrals to healthcare services.
Eligibility: Must be a Wisconsin resident, pregnant, breastfeeding, or a new mom, and meet income guidelines.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Known as FoodShare in Wisconsin, SNAP offers monthly benefits to help low-income families purchase groceries. Eligibility is based on income and household size.
Application: Apply through the ACCESS Wisconsin portal

Food Banks and Pantries
Local food banks and pantries across Wisconsin provide emergency food assistance to families in need.

Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin: Offers food distribution and community partnerships.
Hunger Task Force: Provides free and nutritious food to low-income families in Milwaukee County.
211 Wisconsin: Connects individuals to local services, including food assistance.

Emergency and Community Support

The Salvation Army of Wisconsin: Offers meal programs and food baskets for families in need.

211 Wisconsin: Provides referrals to food assistance and nutrition programs statewide.
Contact: Call 2-1-1 or visit 211 Wisconsin.

Nutrition Education Programs
Farmers’ Market Nutrition Programs (FMNP)
This program provides vouchers to WIC participants to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from approved farmers' markets, promoting access to local, nutritious foods.
Details: Eligible WIC families receive five $8 checks annually, usable at local farmers' markets.

Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
Run by the University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension, EFNEP offers hands-on classes in meal planning, budgeting, and healthy cooking for low-income families. Learn More

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