On Oct. 1, 2022, Texas WIC’s new formula contract went into effect. The listed Similac productsbecome the corresponding Enfamil product. This Similac Product…. ….Becomes This Enfamil Product Similac Advance 12.4oz PWD Enfamil Infant 12.5 oz PWD Similac Advance 20.6oz PWD Enfamil Infant 12.5 oz PWD Similac Advance 30.8 oz PWD Enfamil Infant […]
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Texas WIC Formula Changes Take Effect Oct. 1
On Oct. 1, Texas WIC’s new formula contract went into effect. Texas WIC’s contract for milk-based formulas has switched from Abbott Laboratories, the makers of Similac, to Mead Johnson, the makers of Enfamil products. The new contract is only for milk-based formulas. All other formula products remain unchanged. “All WIC participants receiving standard milk-based infant […]
Texas WIC’s Expanded Fruit & Vegetable Benefits Extended Thru Dec. 16
The WIC Fruit, Vegetable Bump Extended Thru Dec. 16 Texas WIC’s extended fruit and vegetable benefits are now extended thru December! Congress approved the expanded benefits last week, which were set to expire at the end of September. The new benefits are now available thru Dec. 16. According to Texas WIC, “Participants who receive the […]
Expanded WIC Fruit, Vegetable Benefits Extended Thru September
Texas WIC has extended it’s expanded fruit and vegetable benefits thru the end of September. According to Texas WIC the new benefits offer the following: Children get $24 each month Pregnant, postpartum and some breastfeeding clients get $43 each month Fully and partially breastfeeding clients get $47 each month. For example, if you are pregnant […]
How to Eat Healthy With The WIC Program
If you’re a mom on a budget, you know how hard it can be to provide your family with healthy meals. But did you know that the Texas WIC program can help? Learn how to eat healthy with WIC. Texas WIC is a government program that provides financial assistance and nutrition education to low-income families. […]
RECALL ALERT: Check Your Baby Formula
The FDA has announced a voluntary recall of Similac products (including Total Comfort, Spit Up and Sensitive). Consumers can check the bottom of their baby formula for the information below: The products under recall have a multidigit number on the bottom of the container starting with the first two digits 22 through 37, contains K8, […]
WIC Help Is Available To Expecting Moms
If you are expecting a baby in 2022, Texas WIC can help you get off to a healthy start. The program is open to eligible expecting mothers and mothers with children up to age five. To qualify, Texas residents must meet certain income requirements. (Learn more about the requirements below.) Texas WIC benefits are offered to qualifying expectant […]
Get More WIC Produce Benefits Until End of Year
Expanded WIC Fruit & Vegetable Benefits Extended Texas WIC is has extended a popular expanded benefit to get even more WIC produce through Dec. 31. The extra benefits will be added to your card to redeem with your other WIC benefits. According to TexasWIC.org the extended fruit and vegetable benefits provide the following: Children get $24 (in […]
As Baby Grows, Feedings Change
Texas WIC Can Guide You Thru All Stages From Breastfeeding to Baby Food There are not many moments more rewarding than the first time you feed your baby. From the first feeding until they are throwing food on the floor in protest, your baby will go through several stages at mealtime. We have gathered pointers […]
3 Reasons To Join Texas WIC Program
WIC Program Helps Mothers Raise Healthy Babies The Texas WIC program can be a mother’s best friend. Many moms and their children across Texas are benefiting from this nutritional supplement program aimed at getting babies off to a healthy start. It’s a FREE program for eligible mothers and their children up to age 5. If you haven’t […]