Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program
Supplemental foods and nutrition counseling for pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children
The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program provides healthy supplemental foods and nutrition counseling for pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children under age 5. Learn more!
Services
WIC provides nutrition information, promotes breastfeeding, and provides vouchers for nutritious foods.
Eligibility
- Families with a low to medium income
- Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or just had a baby
- Children under 5 years old (including foster children) who need better nutrition
Apply for WIC
Contact WIC to schedule an appointment or for more information:
- Toll Free: 1-877-631-6182
- Phone: 301-609-6857
- Email: Charlescounty.WIC@maryland.gov
Click here for more details, including the documents needed to apply.
Questions?
- For General Information – Email: MDH.WIC@Maryland.gov
- For Breastfeeding Support – Email: MDH.WICBreastfeeding@Maryland.gov
Additional Resources
- Maryland WIC | Your Guide to Benefits and Services
- Maryland WIC | Su Guía de Beneficios y Servicios
- MDH | How to Make Baby Formula
- MDH | Cómo preparar la fórmula para su bebé
- SMCHD | Administrative Care Coordination Unit (ACCU) Brochure
- MDH | eWIC Information
- MDH | Resources to support families during national infant formula shortage (PDF)
Connect With Us
General Office Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Vital Records Processing Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Environmental Health Hours:
Mon & Thurs: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
Tues, Wed, & Fri: 7:00 am – 4:30 pm
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