What it means
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children. It serves pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum people, infants and children up to age 5 whose families meet income rules and who have a nutrition need. It provides benefits for specific healthy foods, nutrition teaching, breastfeeding support and referrals.
For the nurse
Refer eligible pregnant clients and families with young children; nurses often help connect them during prenatal and well-child visits.
Related terms
referral
Sending a client to another professional, service or agency for care or help that they need.
health promotion
Helping people take actions that keep them well and improve their health.