Norfolk WIC Program

Use your WIC benefits to purchase foods that are good sources of folic acid, an important nutrient for moms before and during pregnancy to support their growing baby.

Folic Acid is an important B vitamin that helps the body make healthy new cells. While everyone needs folic acid, people who are pregnant, or plan on becoming pregnant, need extra folic acid supplementation in addition to eating vitamin-rich foods. Getting enough folic acid before and during pregnancy can prevent major birth defects in a developing baby’s spine and brain.

Some foods with folic acid include:
🥬 Leafy green vegetables
🍑 Fresh, frozen, and canned fruits
🫘Dried or canned beans, fresh or frozen peas, and nuts
🍞Enriched breads, cereals, and other whole grain products

Learn more about the importance of folic acid in pregnancy: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/prenatal/Pages/Where-We-Stand-Folic-Acid.aspx

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The Norfolk WIC Program wishes you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. Our offices will be closed Thursday and Friday. Services will resume on Monday, December 1st.

Norfolk Department of Public Health

Virginia WIC is open. Please keep your scheduled appointments and use your WIC benefits.

📣Virginia is open during the federal government shutdown. WIC families can attend their appointments and shop with their WIC cards. New applicants can also apply for the program. Virginia WIC is actively monitoring the federal shutdown. Watch for updates at vdh.virginia.gov/wic.