WIC Approved Foods Card (AFC)
Infant Food
Infant Formula
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Allowed:
- Brand, type and size specified on benefits balance. No substitutions.
Infant Fruits and Vegetables
Size: 4 oz. jar, 4 oz. tub - 2 pack, or 2 oz. tub - 2 pack
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Allowed:
- Includes single ingredient or combination of fruits and/or vegetables (e.g., apple-banana, sweet potato-apple)
- Organic
Brands:
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Beech-Nut
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Earth's Best Organic
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Gerber
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Happy Baby Organics
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Meijer
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Parent’s Choice
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Pic Select Fresh
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Tippy Toes
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Not included:
- Pouches
- Mixtures with cereal, casseroles, desserts, dinners, or food combinations (e.g., vegetables, rice, pasta, yogurt, or noodles)
- Added sugar, starch, salt, or DHA
Infant Meats
Size: 2.5 oz. container
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Allowed:
- Meat only, may include broth or gravy
- Available types: turkey, beef, chicken, or ham
- Organic
Brands:
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Beech-Nut
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Earth's Best Organic
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Gerber
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Meijer
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Tippy Toes
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Not included:
- Pouches
- Mixtures with cereal, casseroles, desserts, dinners, or food combinations (e.g., meat-vegetable, rice, pasta, yogurt, or noodles)
- Added sugar, starch, salt, or DHA
Infant Cereal
Size: 8 oz. or 16 oz. container
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Allowed:
- Any grain or multigrain
- Organic
Brands:
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Baby Basics
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Beech-Nut
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Danalac
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Earth's Best Organic
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Gerber
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Meijer
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Parent’s Choice
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Tippy Toes
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Not included:
- Canned
- Variety packs
- Added formula, fruit, quinoa, or DHA
Dairy
Fluid Milk
Least expensive brand. Product type and size listed on benefits balance.
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Allowed:
- Whole or Vitamin D
- Reduced-fat (2%)
- Low-fat (½ or 1%) or fat-free (skim)
Soy Milk
Size: ½ gallon containers
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Allowed:
- Plain or original soy milk
Brands:
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8th Continent
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Great Value
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Silk
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Not included:
- Flavored
- Glass bottles
Specialty Milk
As listed on benefits balance.
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Allowed:
- Evaporated: 12 oz. size
- Lactose-free: quart or 1/2 gallon or .75 gallon sizes
- UHT (ultra-high temperature)
- Powder: all sizes
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Not included:
- Organic
- Flavored
- Imitation
- Buttermilk
- Milnot
- Vitamite
- Glass bottles
Yogurt
Size: 1 Quart (32 oz.) tub
Multipacks = 2, 4 oz. 4 pack cups = 32 oz.; 1, 4 oz. 8 pack cups = 32 oz.;
2, 2 oz. 8 pack tubes = 32 oz.; 1, 2 oz. 16 pack tubes = 32 oz.
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Allowed:
- Any flavor
- Fat free, low fat, whole fat, or Greek yogurt
Brands:
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Not included:
- Organic
- Premium
- Light
- Mix-ins
- Individually sold cups
- More than 40 grams of sugar per cup
Cheese
Size: 8 oz. or 16 oz.
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Allowed:
- U.S. made, prepackaged
- Whole fat, low fat, or fat free
- Sliced, shredded, cubed, crumbled, block, string (up to 16 oz), or queso oaxaca
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Any of the following flavors or combinations:
- American - pasteurized processed
- Cheddar
- Colby
- Colby–Jack
- Monterey Jack
- Mozzarella
- Muenster
- Provolone
- Queso
- Swiss
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Not included:
- Organic
- Cheese from deli area
- Cheese food
- Cheese product
- Substitute or spread
- Imitation or individually wrapped cheese slices
- Spiced, flavored, or imported
Fruits and Vegetables
Fruit and Vegetable Cash Value Benefits are redeemable up to the amount stated on the benefits balance.
Dried Fruit
Organic or Non-Organic
Generic PLU 4469. Dollar amount specified on shopping list.
Frozen
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Allowed:
- Fruit without added sweeteners
- Non-potato vegetables
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Not included:
- Any type of frozen potato
- Products with added sweetener, oils, fats, herbs or spices
- Creams, sauces, or breading
Fresh
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Allowed:
- Whole or cut
- Plain bagged salad
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Not included:
- Pickled vegetables
- Olives
- Herbs or spices
- Nuts
- Salad bar items
- Edible blossoms
- Ornamental or decorative pumpkins
- Party trays with dip, dressing, or croutons
Canned
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Allowed:
- Any brand
- Fruits in 100% fruit juice or water
- Regular, low sodium, or no salt added vegetables
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Not included:
- Fruit and vegetables with added sugar, syrups, sweeteners, seasonings, flavoring, fats, oils, herbs or spices
- Cream/cheese/butter sauce
- Pickled vegetables
- Tomato sauces, soups, or salsas
- Mixtures with meat or legumes
Juice
Frozen Juice Concentrate
Size is specified on benefits balance.
For women only.
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Allowed:
- 100% Juice (fruit or vegetable)
- At least 72 mg or 120% Vitamin C
- Any flavor or blend
Shelf Stable
46 - 48 oz. only. Any container.
Frozen or Shelf Stable Concentrate
11.5 – 12 oz. juice concentrate must make 48 oz. or
more when mixed per manufacturer’s directions.
Brands:
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Not included:
- Organic
- Premium
Juice - 64 oz.
For children only.
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Allowed:
- 100% Juice (fruit or vegetable)
- At least 72 mg or 120% Vitamin C
- Any flavor or blend
Shelf Stable or Refrigerated
64 oz. only. Any container.
Brands:
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Not included:
- Organic
- Premium
Whole Grains
Bread and Buns
Size: Loaves 16 oz. only. Buns 12 to 16 oz. packages.
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Allowed:
- Whole wheat or whole grain
Brands:
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Aunt Millie’s
- 100% Whole Wheat
- Healthy Goodness Whole Grain White
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Best Choice
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Bimbo
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Bunny
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Butternut
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Family Choice
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Kroger
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Lewis Bake Shop
- Healthy Life Sugar Free 100% Whole Wheat
- Healthy Life 100% Whole Wheat
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Meijer
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Nature’s Own
- 100% Whole Grain Sugar Free
- 100% Whole Wheat with Honey
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Our Family
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Pepperidge Farms
- 100% Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns
- Light Style Soft Wheat
- Light Style 100% Whole Wheat Bread
- Very Thin 100% Whole Wheat Bread
- Whole Grain Rye
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Roman Meal
- Sungrain 100% Whole Wheat
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Sara Lee
- Classic 100% Whole Wheat
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Schnuck’s
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Shoppers Value
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Signature Select
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Stern’s
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Village Hearth
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Wonder
- 100% Whole Wheat
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Not included:
- Bagels
- Bakery items
- Rolls
- Organic
Oats
Size: 16 – 18 oz. only
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Allowed:
- Any brand
- Quick, rolled, gluten free, or old fashioned oats
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Not included:
- Organic
- Steel-cut oats
- Added sugar, fat, oil, or salt
Bulgur
Size: 16 - 18 oz. packages
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Allowed:
- Plain, boxes, or bags
- Instant, quick, or regular
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Not included:
- Added fats, oils, sodium, or seasonings
- Organic
Whole Grain Barley
Size: 16 - 18 oz. packages
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Allowed:
- Plain, boxes, or bags
- Instant, quick, or regular
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Not included:
- Added fats, oils, sodium, or seasonings
- Organic
Brown Rice
Size: 14 – 16 oz.
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Allowed:
- Any brand
- Plain, boxes, or bags
- Instant, quick, or regular
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Not included:
- Organic
Whole Wheat Pasta
Size: 16 oz. only
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Allowed:
- Any shape whole wheat pasta
Brands:
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Not included:
- Organic
Tortillas
Size: 16 oz. only
Brands:
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Best Choice
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
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Celia’s
- Whole Wheat
- Yellow Corn
- White Corn
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Chi-Chi’s
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
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Don Pancho
- Whole Wheat
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Essential Everyday
- Corn 5½”
- Whole Wheat 8” Whole Grain
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Food Club
- Whole Wheat
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Frescados
- Whole Wheat
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Great Value
- Whole Wheat
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Hy-Top
- Yellow Corn
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Kroger
- Whole Wheat
- Gluten Free Yellow Corn
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La Banderita
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
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Meijer
- Whole Wheat 8”
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Mi Casa
- Whole Wheat
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Mission
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
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Ortega
- Whole Wheat
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Our Family
- Yellow Corn
- White Corn
- Whole Wheat
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Schnucks
- Whole Wheat
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Signature Select
- Whole Wheat
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Tio Santi
- Whole Wheat
Cereal
Size: Breakfast Cereal (9 oz. to 36 oz. size packages) in any combination.
(11.8 oz. and 23.7 oz. Instant Oatmeal allowed as an exception).
Brands:
Pregnant women and women considering becoming pregnant: Look for the cereals with 100% DV (daily value) of folic acid.
Size: Breakfast Cereal (9 oz. to 36 oz. size packages) in any combination.
(11.8 oz. and 23.7 oz. Instant Oatmeal allowed as an exception).
Brands:
B&G FOODS
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Original
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Instant
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Original
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Instant
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2½ Minute
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10 Minute
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Whole Grain Instant
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Whole Grain 2½ Minute
General Mills
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Original
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Multigrain
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Oat Crunch Berry
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Vanilla Spice
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Blueberry
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Cinnamon
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Corn
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Rice
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Wheat
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Fiber One Honey Clusters
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Berry Berry
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Honey
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Original
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Total Whole Grain
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Wheaties
Grain Berry
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Apple Cinnamon Toasted Oats
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Cinnamon Frosted Shredded Wheat
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MultiBran Flakes
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Original Toasted Oats
Kellogg’s
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Complete Bran
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Honey
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Original
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Cinnamon
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Original
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Golden Honey
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Blueberry
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Chocolate
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Cinnamon Roll
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Filled Mixed Berry
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Original
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Bite Size
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Pumpkin Spice
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Strawberry
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Honey Toasted
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Warm Cinnamon
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Original
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Original
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Protein Multi-Grain Touch of Cinnamon
Malt-O-Meal
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Chocolate
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Original
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CocoWheats
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Farina
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Crispy Rice
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Original
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Strawberry Cream
Post
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Banana Nut Crunch
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Crunchy Pecan
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Almonds
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Cinnamon
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Honey Roasted
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Maple and Pecans
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Vanilla
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Frosted Drizzlerz
Quaker
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Instant Grits - Original Only
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Instant Oatmeal - Original Only
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Original
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Vanilla
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Oat Bran
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Brown Sugar
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Cinnamon
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Honey Nut
Store Brands
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Allowed:
- Eligible varieties include: Corn Flakes, Crispy Rice, Instant Oatmeal, Frosted Shredded Wheat, Toasted Oats, Rice Squares, Corn Squares, Corn Hexagons, Rice Hexagons
Brands:
Protein
Eggs
Size: 1 dozen
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Allowed:
- Large or extra large white and/or brown eggs
- Cage/range free
- Least expensive brand
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Not included:
- Jumbo
- Organic
- Premium
- High cost specialty eggs (reduced cholesterol, Omega-3 vegetarian fed)
Tofu
Size: 14 oz. – 17 oz. packages
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Allowed:
- Any texture
- Regular
- Organic
Brands:
- Organics
Brand 
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Not included:
- Added fats, sugars, sweeteners, oils, sodium, or seasoning
- Fried tofu
Peanut Butter
Size: 16 oz. – 18 oz. jars
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Allowed:
- Natural, creamy, crunchy, or extra crunchy
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Not included:
- Peanut spreads
- Freshly ground or whipped peanut butter
- Flavored peanut butter
- Organic peanut butter
- Peanut butter with palm oil or added ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, Omega 3, DHA, or EPA
Fish
Size: Any Size
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Allowed:
- Packed in water, oil, or vegetable broth
- Chunk Light Tuna: Any size cans or pouches. Pouches may have seasoning added, excluding extra ingredients.
- Pink Salmon: Any size cans or pouches.
- Sardines: Any size cans in water, oil, or brine. Added Flavors: tomato, mustard, or lemon.
- Mackerel: Any size cans in water, oil, or brine.
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Not included:
- Organic
- Albacore or Yellow Fin
- White
- Solid
- Fresh
- Frozen
- Premium brand
Beans, Peas, and Lentils
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Allowed:
- Any type
Canned
Size: 15 oz. – 64 oz.
Dry
Size: 1 lb. bag (16 oz.)
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Not included:
- Organic
- Boxed
- Baked beans
- Wax beans
- Soups
- Added sugars, fats, oils, seasoning, or meats
Questions?
Just call your local Indiana WIC clinic or call 800-522-0874.
Side-Lying Hold
- For the right breast, lie on your right side with your baby facing you.
- Pull your baby close. Your baby’s mouth should be level with your nipple.
- In this position, you can cradle your baby’s back with your left arm and support yourself with your right arm and/or pillows.
- Keep loose clothing and bedding away from your baby.
- Reverse for the left breast.
This hold is useful when:
- You had a C-section
- You want to rest while baby feeds
- You are breastfeeding in the middle of the night
- You and your baby are comfortable in this position
Cross-Cradle Hold
- For the right breast, use your left arm to hold your baby’s head at your right breast and baby’s body toward your left side. A pillow across your lap can help support your left arm.
- Gently place your left hand behind your baby’s ears and neck, with your thumb and index finger behind each ear and your palm between baby’s shoulder blades. Turn your baby’s body toward yours so your tummies are touching.
- Hold your breast as if you are squeezing a sandwich. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Instead, bring your baby to you.
- As your baby’s mouth opens, push gently with your left palm on baby’s head to help them latch on. Make sure you keep your fingers out of the way.
- Reverse for the left breast.
This hold is useful when:
- Your baby is premature
- Your baby has a weak suck
- Your baby needs help to stay latched
- Your baby needs extra head support
- You and your baby are comfortable in this position
Clutch or “Football” Hold
- For the right breast, hold your baby level, facing up, at your right side.
- Put your baby’s head near your right nipple and support their back and legs under your right arm.
- Hold the base of your baby’s head with your right palm. A pillow underneath your right arm can help support your baby’s weight.
- To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Bring baby to you instead.
- Reverse for the left breast.
This hold is useful when:
- You had a C-section
- You have large breasts
- You have flat or inverted nipples
- You have a strong milk let-down
- You are breastfeeding twins
- Your baby likes to feed in an upright position
- Your baby has reflux
- You and your baby are comfortable in this position
Cradle Hold
- For the right breast, cradle your baby with your right arm. Your baby will be on their left side across your lap, facing you at nipple level.
- Your baby’s head will rest on your right forearm with your baby’s back along your inner arm and palm.
- Turn your baby’s tummy toward your tummy. Your left hand is free to support your breast, if needed. Pillows can help support your arm and elbow.
- To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Instead, bring your baby to you.
- Reverse for the left breast.
This hold is useful when:
- Your baby needs help latching on
- You and your baby are comfortable in this position
Laid-Back Hold
- Lean back on a pillow with your baby’s tummy touching yours and their head at breast level. Some moms find that sitting up nearly straight works well. Others prefer to lean back and lie almost flat.
- You can place your baby’s cheek near your breast, or you may want to use one hand to hold your breast near your baby. It’s up to you and what you think feels best.
- Your baby will naturally find your nipple, latch, and begin to suckle.
This hold is useful when:
- Your baby is placed on your chest right after birth
- You have a strong milk let-down
- You have large breasts
- You and your baby are comfortable in this position