Resources and Publications
Free Resources for Missouri WIC Local Agencies
The order form for these items is located at WIC Local Agency - Forms, Policies, and Procedures - under 'Resource Order Forms.'
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is Important DHSS Catalog #481 (English/Spanish)
This handout provides information on the benefits of breastfeeding and illustrates the differences between breast milk and formula. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Breastfeeding Plan
It is important for mothers to talk to their partner and doctor before delivery about their decision to breastfeed, so they can provide the best support possible. This handout can be provided to WIC mothers to help her family and healthcare providers understand her ideal hospital experience and feeding goals. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
CDC Breast Pump Cleaning Guidelines.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently published a fact sheet with guidelines on cleaning breast pump parts safely. These guidelines are appropriate to use with any breast pump and may be printed and provided to participants, or provided electronically. The fact sheet is available here.
Engorgement DHSS Catalog #267 (English/Spanish)
Some breastfeeding women experience engorgement. This handout provides information on symptoms, prevention, and treatment of engorgement. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Hand Expression DHSS Catalog #29 (English/Spanish)
Many women find hand expression an efficient way to express breast milk, especially in the early days when milk supply is not abundant. This handout provides instructions and tips on how to be successful with hand expression. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
How to Know Your Breastfed Baby is Getting Enough Milk DHSS Catalog #568 (English) #569 (Spanish)
This handout provides information on infant tummy size and appropriate number of wet and dirty diapers for a breastfed baby. A log for tracking the number of wet and dirty diapers the baby has each day for the first week postpartum is on the back. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Proper Storage and Handling of Breast Milk DHSS Catalog #653 (English/Spanish)
This handout provides information on the storage of breast milk and tips on how to be successful with pumping. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Urdu, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.
Proper Use of Nipple Shield
Occasionally women need to use a nipple shield as a short term solution for a breastfeeding problem. This handout provides guidance to women on how to use a nipple shield, tips for success, and how to wean from a nipple shield. (Available for download only.)
Rooming-in at the Hospital DHSS Catalog #331 (English/Spanish)
After birth, it is recommended that babies stay with their mothers in their hospital room 24 hours per day. This is known as “rooming-in.” This handout provides information on the benefits of rooming-in at the hospital and how to be successful. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, English, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Sore Nipples During Breastfeeding DHSS Catalog #28 (English/Spanish)
Some women may experience sore nipples when breastfeeding. This handout provides information on the prevention and treatment of sore nipples. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Certification
Initial Nutrition Education DHSS Catalog #626 (English)
This handout is to be used for the Initial Nutrition Education contact at certification for all WIC participants. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Next Steps for Health DHSS Catalog #712 (English/Spanish)
This literature is to be used for education to all women who are about to be graduated from the WIC program. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Welcome to Missouri WIC DHSS Catalog #1204
This handout is to provide counseling to new participants about the WIC program. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Italian, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
WIC Substance Awareness DHSS Catalog #508
This handout provides substance use information and is designed to be used at the initial nutrition education contact. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, Farsi, French, Hmong, Korean, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Nutrition Education
A Guide to Using Soymilk and Tofu DHSS Catalog #1275 (English)
Provides basic information about soymilk and tofu, including health benefits associated with intake of soy foods and how to store and use each food. (Includes recipes)
Low-fat Milk DHSS Catalog #836 (Spanish)
Missouri WIC Circle Chart
(front) and (back) - The Circle Chart may be used to assist the participant in setting a participant-centered goal.
MOOve to 1% Milk and/or Skim Milk DHSS Catalog #405
MOOoving to 1% Milk and/or Skim Milk Sticker
The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese
MyPlate - What's on your plate?
DHSS Catalog #117 (English)
MyPlate - What's on your plate?
DHSS Catalog #118 (Spanish)
MyPlate for Preschoolers
DHSS Catalog #121 (English)
Nutrition Fruit-Veggie Stickers DHSS Catalog WIC-80, WIC-81, WIC-82, and WIC-83
Which Foods Have Iron DHSS Catalog #172 (English) #173 (Spanish)
This handout provides information on good sources of iron, strategies to absorb more iron, and consequences of low iron. It may be used for women and children.
Yogurt Fact Sheet DHSS Catalog #959 (English)
Provides basic information about yogurt, including health benefits associated with intake of yogurt, how to store, and recipes.
The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Pregnancy/Women
Choose MyPlate for Pregnant, Breastfeeding and Nonbreastfeeding Women DHSS Catalog #912
Special nutritional needs of pregnant and breastfeeding women are the focus of this handout. It is designed to provide nutrition information needed to help mom and baby stay healthy.
The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, Farsi, French, Hindi, Hmong, Korean, Nepali, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Missouri Tobacco Quitline Card For Pregnant Women DHSS Catalog #510
The card is designed to be given to pregnant women who smoke, when a pregnant woman enrolls in the Tobacco Quitline Program. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Chinese, Farsi, Hmong, Korean, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.
CDC Marijuana Use and Pregnancy Handout
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published a fact sheet with guidance about avoiding marijuana while pregnant or breastfeeding. This handout reinforces our messages that moms should avoid the risk of using marijuana and consult with their physician if they are currently using it. The handout may be printed and provided to clients, or provided electronically. The fact sheet is available here.
Relief from Common Problems of Pregnancy DHSS Catalog #51 (English)
#593 (Spanish)
This handout is designed to provide information about some of the most common complaints during pregnancy, such as nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and constipation. It also provides women with specific remedies to minimize the discomfort and complaints. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Chinese, Farsi, Hmong, Korean, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.
Weight Gain During Pregnancy DHSS Catalog #351
Information for women about nutrition and weight gain during pregnancy. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Burmese, Chinese, Farsi, French, Hmong, Italian, Korean, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.
Infants and Children
A Healthy Smile for Your Young Child DHSS Catalog #908
This brochure provides information on how to keep a child’s teeth healthy through cleaning and proper nutrition.
Food To Grow On: Birth - 12 months DHSS Catalog #618
A guide to provide nutrition information for parents and caregivers of babies. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hmong, Italian, Korean, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.
Food To Grow On: 12 - 18 months DHSS Catalog #1283
Provides information about feeding WIC children 12 to 18 months of age, including weaning from a bottle and a sample menu plan. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hmong, Korean, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Food To Grow On: 19 - 24 months DHSS Catalog #1284
Provides information about feeding WIC children 19 to 24 months of age, including tips for happy mealtimes, healthy habits, and a sample menu plan. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hmong, Korean, Romanian, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Homemade Baby Food DHSS Catalog #128 (English) #132 (Spanish)
This handout provides information on how to make homemade baby food, including preparation, storage, and serving tips. The translated versions are available for downloading: Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, English, Farsi, French, Hmong, Korean, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Physical Activity
Exercise During Pregnancy DHSS Catalog #1095 (English/Spanish)
Developed for use with Fit WIC MO, this brochure provides guidelines for exercising safely during pregnancy.
Playing with Your Baby DHSS Catalog #1092 (English)
Developed for use with Fit WIC MO, this brochure provides ideas for games to play with baby,
appropriate toys, and household objects for active play. Includes space for an individual goal.
Playing with Your 1-3 Year Old DHSS Catalog #1093 (English)
Developed for use with Fit WIC MO, this brochure provides ideas for appropriate indoor and outdoor toddler activities. Includes space for an individual goal.
Playing with Your 4-6 Year Old DHSS Catalog #1094 (English)
Developed for use with Fit WIC MO, this brochure provides ideas for appropriate indoor and outdoor activities for children. Includes space for an individual goal.
Outreach
Missouri WIC Outreach Brochure DHSS Catalog #175 (English) – this brochure provides information about eligibility requirements and services provided by the Missouri WIC Program. Share this brochure with places frequented by WIC-eligible families, such as health care providers, child care centers, places of worship, schools, and other community organizations.
DHSS Catalog #171 (Spanish)
About WIC:
These infographics provide information on who qualifies for WIC, the income guidelines, and the benefits of WIC.
WIC Works:
These infographics show the benefits to participating in WIC related to health and economic savings.
Nutritious Recipes Created with WIC Foods:
These infographics help families create healthier meals.
Physical Activity:
These infographics provide information on the benefits of play which may improve the health, social, emotional, and cognitive development of infants and children.
Marketing Images
"Connecting Health Professionals & WIC” - Missouri WIC Works Outreach Brochure DHSS Catalog #154
The brochure provides information about the WIC program to health care providers. The WIC local agency can include contact information that can be used to refer potential applicants to services. It is an outreach tool to encourage more collaboration between health care providers and WIC local agencies.
WIC Birthday Cards DHSS Catalog #473
WIC birthday cards are to assist local agency staff with child retention. These cards, which were designed to celebrate the birthday of children 1-5 years old, include information on WIC benefits: supplemental foods, nutrition education, health screenings, and breastfeeding support. The cards are available in English.
Downloadable Missouri WIC Logo
Logo in .png format
Logo in .jpg format
Logo in .pdf format
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
Fact sheets, booklets, and newsletters about lead poisoning.
Immunization Information
Immunization information for parents, guardians, and WIC local agencies.
Insect-Borne Disease Prevention Information
Information on West Nile Virus and Zika. Prevention information for the public.
Required WIC Posters
WIC clinics are required to have these five (5) posters and a no smoking sign in view of all prospective and current program participants.
And Justice for All DHSS Catalog #72
All "And Justice for All" posters must be displayed in a specific size: 11" width x 17" height. The PDF shared here is for the purpose of reference rather than for printing and display.
Publications
2020 State Plan
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is soliciting public comment on the proposed Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Special Supplemental Nutrition Program FFY 2020 State Plan, which covers the period beginning October 1, 2019 and ending September 30, 2020. The State Plan describes the State agency's objectives and procedures for all aspects of WIC Program administration for the 2020 federal fiscal year.
All public comments are welcome and should be directed to the attention of WICinfo@healh.mo.gov via email, fax to 573-526-1470 or mail to Angela Oesterly, WIC and Nutrition Services, P.O. Box 570, 930 Wildwood Drive, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0570. Comments will be included in the final copy of the plan which must be submitted to the US Department of Agriculture by August 15, 2019.
Section II - Policies and Procedures
Section III – State Operations
- Retailer and Farmer Management
- Nutrition Services
- Information Systems
- Organization and Management
- Nutrition Services and Administration Expenditures
- Food Funds Management
- Caseload Management
- Certification, Eligibility & Coordination of Services
- Food Delivery/Food Instrument/Cash-Value Voucher Accountability
- Monitoring and Audits
- Civil Rights
2019 State Plan
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is soliciting public comment on the proposed Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Special Supplemental Nutrition Program FFY 2019 State Plan, which covers the period beginning October 1, 2018 and ending September 30, 2019. The State Plan describes the State agency's objectives and procedures for all aspects of WIC Program administration for the 2019 federal fiscal year.
All public comments are welcome and should be directed to the attention of Angela.Oesterly@health.mo.gov via email, fax to 573-526-1470 or mail to Angela Oesterly, WIC and Nutrition Services, P.O. Box 570, 930 Wildwood Drive, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0570. Comments will be included in the final copy of the plan which must be submitted to the US Department of Agriculture by August 15, 2018.
Section I - Goals and Objectives
Section II - Policies and Procedures
Section III - State Operations
- Retailer and Farmer Management
- Nutrition Services
- Information Systems
- Organization and Management
- Nutrition Services and Administration Expenditures
- Food Funds Management
- Caseload Management
- Certification, Eligibility & Coordination of Services
- Food Delivery/Food Instrument/Cash-Value Voucher Accountability
- Monitoring and Audits
- Civil Rights
WIC and Nutrition Services
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
PO Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570
Telephone: 573-751-6204 or
(toll-free) 800-392-8209
Fax: 573-526-1470
Email: WICinfo@health.mo.gov