Resource Types: <span>Research</span>

Evaluating the Impact of Training in Counseling, Knowledge and Skills of WIC Nutritionists in Georgia in 2015

Using a training program based on motivational interviewing, researchings found that counselors were aware of the stragies available but did not consistently use them nor were there documented behavior changes in patients.

Federal Nutrition Program Revisions Impact Low-Income Households’ Food Purchases

WIC food package revisions appear associated with improved nutritional profiles of food purchases among WIC participating households compared with low-income nonparticipating households. These package revisions may encourage WIC families to make healthier choices among their overall packaged food purchases. WIC households purcase fewed calories, less sodium sugar and total fat along with refined grains, grain desserts and SSB. They also purchase more fruits and vegetables

Starting Earlier: What We Know About Preventing Overweight in Children Birth to 5 Years

California WIC Participant Food Shopping and Consumption Habits, Summer 2007 Survey Results

Survey report on California WIC participant shopping and consumption habits, in anticipation of the 2009 WIC food package changes. Implications for food package rollout strategy, challenges, and opportunities.

California WIC Staff Food Shopping and Consumption Habits, Spring 2008 Survey Results

Survey report on California WIC employee shopping and consumption habits, in anticipation of the 2009 WIC food package changes. Implications for food package rollout strategy, challenges, and opportunities.

Talking about Breastfeeding: Why the Health Argument Isn’t Enough

Using Data to Drive Change: California Continues to Increase In-Hospital Breastfeeding Rates

Bi-annual state report, annual state & county fact sheets on CA hospital breastfeeding rates, policies and practices.

Engagement and Participation of African Americans in California WIC: Recommendations from the Ask the Community First Task Force

Report on status of, barriers to, and opportunities for improvements of engagement of African Americans as participants and staff in California WIC.

Missouri WIC Customer Satisfaction Survey Report FY2014

A Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services WIC survey to evaluate the WIC participant experience in Missouri.

2014 Indiana WIC Participation Survey Report

An Indiana State Department of Health -WIC survey to evaluate the WIC participant experience in Indiana.

Resource Types: Research