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WIC

Content updated Aug. 31, 2026

The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) division provides income-based nutrition services to pregnant women, new mothers, babies, and children up to their 5th birthday. The WIC staff helps families eat well and stay healthy.

  • Breastfeeding support

  • Nutrition education and counseling

  • Vouchers for healthy foods

  • Health screenings

  • Risk assessments

  • Referrals to health care

  • This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Families that qualify for supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) or temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) automatically qualify.

To see if you pre-qualify for WIC services, call us at 573.874.7384 (opens phone dialer). WIC appointments can be made over the phone or in person at the WIC office, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

1005 W Worley
Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-7355

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La Leche League

Content updated Aug 23, 2023

Breastfeeding information and mother-to-mother breastfeeding support. Phone help and informational meetings are free and available to all. They currently host an online meeting the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm. If you have any pressing questions, call/text their hotline number 573-340-6555.

2615 Shepard Blvd
Columbia, MO 65201
573-340-6555

facebook.com/LaLecheLeagueofColumbiaMO

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South Providence Pediatrics

Content updated Sept. 7, 2026

Lactation Consultants. Medical Services: General pediatrics; newborn care; on-site imaging; on-site pharmacy. Whether you’re a first-time mom or growing your family, MU Health Care is here to support your breastfeeding journey — no matter what that looks like.

To help you reach your breastfeeding goals, MU Health Care offers breastfeeding support at every stage of pregnancy and parenthood.

South Providence Medical Park
551 Veterans United Dr
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 882-4141
Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm; Sat 8am-12pm.

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Boone Hospital Center

Content updated Sept. 4, 2025

Four programs for parents of newborns; links provided for each program:
Prepared Childbirth Classes
Bringing Up Boone Babies
Better Beginnings with Breastfeeding
Infant Safety and CPR

1600 E Broadway Columbia, MO 65201 573-815-8000

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