WIC (Women, Infants & Children)

WIC (Women, Infants & Children) in Monument, CO, is a vital service provided by El Paso County Public Health, dedicated to supporting qualifying women and young children with essential food assistance and nutrition education. Our program empowers families by offering vouchers for nutritious foods like milk, cheese, eggs, cereal, juice, and dried beans or peanut butter. We focus on critical topics during educational appointments, including breastfeeding, childhood obesity, child development, and infant nutrition. Committed to helping mothers provide optimal nutrition for their babies, we offer a wealth of resources, including free lactation services, breastfeeding peer counselors, support groups, hospital-grade breast pumps, and expert consultations. Monthly breastfeeding classes are available in both English and Spanish, creating a welcoming environment for all participants. To learn more about eligibility, available benefits, and how to get involved, we encourage you to reach out during our office hours.