Nevada County Public Health WIC Program

You may be eligible for WIC if you:

• Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or just had a baby in the past 6 months; or
• Have children under 5 years of age including those cared for by a single parent, father, grandparent, foster parent, step-parent or guardian;

AND

• Have low to medium income; and/or
• Receive Medi-Cal, TANF, or CalFresh benefits.

Proof of California residency is required.

To apply:

• Express you interest in applying for WIC using our online form. A WIC staff member will follow up with you.
• Call for a phone or office appointment at 530-265-1454 (Grass Valley) or 530-582-7814 (Truckee). We will explain the enrollment process and help to walk you through it. 
• You may also check your family's potential eligibility and be referred to the nearest California WIC clinic by visiting the WIC enrollment tool.

Breastfeeding Support

Nevada County WIC promotes breastfeeding as the normal way to feed infants up to age one year and beyond. WIC provides breastfeeding education and support in a variety of ways. 

Breastfeeding Peer Counselors are mothers who have experience breastfeeding their own babies, and have received training to share current breastfeeding information with you, and provide you with individualized support. 

Lactation Consultants are breastfeeding experts who provide one on one support and instruction for complex breastfeeding issues. 

Prenatal WIC Classes, such as Understanding Breastfeeding and Getting to Know Your New Baby: Sleep, Cues, & Comforts, provide detailed information and guidance for breastfeeding and understanding your baby's behavior. Prenatal WIC education is also available online through wichealth.org.

Breast Pumps are available for mothers who are separated from their babies or choose to pump and feed separately. 

When Should I Call For Help With Breastfeeding?

Contact WIC at (530) 265-1454 if you:

• Have breast or nipple pain, or your breasts are engorged
• Are concerned about your milk supply 
• Are using a nipple shield, or have flat or inverted nipples       
• Need to take medications
• Need to pump your breast milk

Or if your baby:

• Is premature or "late preterm"
• Is not feeding at least 8 times in 24 hours
• Is not gaining enough weight, or has not returned to birth weight by day 10
• Is having difficulty latching
• Is jaundiced
• Cries a lot or feeds "all of the time"

Resources for Parents in Western Nevada County and Resources for Parents in Eastern Nevada County

Recursos para Padres del Condado de Nevada Occidente y Recrusos para Padres del Condado de Navada Oriente