WIC of Newton County Missouri

10/29/2025

Keep on shopping, Missouri WIC!
Missouri WIC participants can continue to redeem WIC benefits in November! Missouri WIC families should continue to attend appointments and shop with their WIC cards.

10/24/2025

Missouri WIC families should continue to attend appointments and shop with their WIC cards until further notice.

Missouri WIC is still working with USDA to determine the status of November WIC benefits.

10/24/2025

Just a reminder, food list changes went into effect October 1, 2025. If possible, use the bar code scanner in the app to help you know what foods you can get. If you have issues getting approved items during, check out, please ask to speak with a manager.

Before shopping for your WIC items:
• Check the approved food list at https://health.mo.gov/living/families/wic/approved-food-list.php or on the WICShopper app.
• Know your benefits by checking the WICShopper app or asking your WIC local agency.

10/24/2025

Reminder that WIC is still open and remaining October benefits are available to use before the end of the month.

10/24/2025

Do you know how to safely freeze and thaw your breastmilk? Luckily, the USDA has a great article explaining just that! https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/storing-and-thawing-breast-milk

10/06/2025

There is still time to sign up for our next Bringing baby home class!
Don't miss out on learning about the basics of breast feeding and what to expect.
For questions call 417-592-8812.

09/30/2025

Starting Oct. 1, 2025 there will be some significant changes to the items that can be purchased with WIC. Please visit the website below to see what those changes are. If you have any questions or concerns, please call 417-451-3743 opt. 4
https://health.mo.gov/.../fami.../wic/approved-food-list.php

09/24/2025

Starting Oct. 1, 2025 there will be some significant changes to the items that can be purchased with WIC. Please visit the website below to see what those changes are. If you have any questions or concerns, please call 417-451-3743 opt. 4

https://health.mo.gov/living/families/wic/approved-food-list.php

09/04/2025

09/02/2025

September 1-7 is Workplace Lactation Week. Does your workplace support you on your breastfeeding journey? If so, you can encourage them to become a Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite! Visit https://health.mo.gov/living/families/wic/breastfeeding/worksiteinitiatives/ and fill out the application.

08/05/2025

Breastfeeding classes starting September. 🤱
Everything you need to know about breastfeeding, like what to expect, what is normal, what to work on, and more! Sign up now and come learn with us!