Can You Get Diapers On WIC

WIC Program Eligibility

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a federal nutrition program that provides healthy foods and nutrition education to eligible low-income pregnant women, postpartum women, and children under the age of 5. Diapers are not a covered food item under WIC.

To be eligible for WIC, you must:

• Be a pregnant woman, a postpartum woman, or a child under the age of 5
• Live in a WIC-participating state or county
• Meet the income guidelines
• Be at nutritional risk

WIC Approved Food Items: What You Need to Know

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides nutritional assistance to pregnant women, new mothers, and children under the age of five. WIC provides a variety of food items to participants, including:

• Infant Formula
• Whole Milk
• Reduced Fat Milk
• Yogurt
• Cheese
• Eggs
• Cereal
• Fruit Juice
• Peanut Butter
• Beans
• Fish
• Meat
• Poultry

  WIC does not provide diapers.

  State WIC Guidelines

  The availability of diapers through WIC varies from state to state. Here are the WIC guidelines for select states:

  State	Diaper Coverage
  California	Yes, up to 100 diapers per month for infants under 1 year
  Florida	No
  Illinois	Yes, up to 100 diapers per month for infants under 1 year
  New York	No
  Texas	Yes, up to 100 diapers per month for infants under 1 year

  **Note:** This information is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most up-to-date changes. It is recommended to contact your local WIC office for the most accurate and current information.

  Income Limitations for WIC

  WIC, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, provides food assistance and nutrition education to low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, as well as infants and children up to age 5 who are at nutritional risk.

  To be eligible for WIC, applicants must meet certain income guidelines. The income limits are based on the federal poverty level (FPL), which is a measure of poverty in the United States. The FPL is updated each year by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

  The following table shows the income limits for WIC eligibility for fiscal year 2023:

  Household Size	Gross Monthly Income Limit
  1	$2,469
  2	$3,315
  3	$4,161
  4	$5,007
  Each additional person	$846

  Applicants who meet the income guidelines may also be eligible for WIC if they are:

  • Pregnant
  • Breastfeeding
  • Non-breastfeeding postpartum women up to 6 months after the birth of their child
  • Infants under 1 year of age
  • Children up to age 5 who are at nutritional risk

  Thanks for stopping by to learn about the possibility of getting diapers on WIC. We hope you found this article informative and helpful. If you have any further questions or want to stay updated on the latest WIC news and information, be sure to visit our website again soon. We’re always here to provide support and connect you with the resources you need. Take care, see you next time!