Data updates on the WIC website and local agency portal
Data on infants born in Minnesota in 2024 has been added to both the public site and the local agency portal.
Check out the latest numbers on
- Breastfeeding among all infants born in Minnesota
- Breastfeeding among WIC infants (through first quarter 2025)
- percentage of Medicaid births enrolled in WIC
- WIC participation by timing of entry into WIC during pregnancy
- Rates of low birth weight and prematurity by race and ethnicity
- Pre-pregnancy smoking rates for Minnesota births and among WIC participants
Can’t find quite what you’re looking for? We’re always looking for ideas for improving our data reporting. You can make suggestions and submit requests by filling out a Local Agency Reports & Data Request.
Cannabis and your baby
The new WIC card Cannabis and Your Baby is now available to order from Brush Art in English, Spanish, and Somali.
This card describes the risks of cannabis use during pregnancy and for parenting. Information on how to reduce potential harm is included.
Presumptive eligibility vs pending eligibility
Presumptive eligibility (PE) is used when the applicant has proof of income above WIC limits but within Medical Assistance/Minnesota Care (MA/MN Care) guidelines, and they recently applied or agree to apply for MA/MN Care. Pending eligibility is used when the applicant meets WIC guidelines or is adjunctively eligible but does not have proof at the appointment.
Presumptive eligibility
WIC staff must:
- Verify proof of income- self-reported income is not acceptable.
- Document income details and household size in a Presumptive Eligibility note and alert.
- Issue up to three months of benefits while awaiting MA/MN Care approval.
Pending eligibility (temporary- pending proof)
WIC staff must:
- Check "Pending Proof" in the information system to prevent over-issuance.
- Issue only one month of food benefits, pending proof of income/adjunctive eligibility.
MOM Section 5.2.4 Certification Procedures- Income has guidance on other scenarios, determining household size, verifying and documenting income, and issuing benefits.
Local agency staff should talk to their supervisor for approval before registering for training.
Refer to WIC Annual Required Trainings for staff training requirements.
I Matter Project - first learning lab session
The I Matter Project learning lab creates and fosters a continuous learning environment for the WIC workforce. It’s a space for shared learning that’s informed by WIC staff voices. Learning labs are dynamic, interactive spaces to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and build expertise with your peers across the country. Learning labs will energize you and support shared learning of skills and practices that will assist you in responding to the needs of WIC families.
All WIC staff are encouraged to attend.
During this introductory learning lab, you will:
- Learn more about Learning Labs and how you can participate
- Share your input on topics and themes you would like to see in future learning labs
- Connect with WIC staff from across the country
What Is the I Matter Project?
The I Matter Project is part of the USDA’s WIC Workforce Development Initiative to support and strengthen the WIC workforce. A strong workforce will enhance WIC’s family-centered services.
The week ahead
Check out upcoming trainings and meetings: Local Agency WIC Calendar
Find new job opportunities on the WIC Job Postings webpage.
Submit job postings using the WIC Job Postings survey.
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