Does WIC give away Car Seats? I Live in TX?

Question

I am officially broke, and I have a full time job, my parents have gone in debt with me and my husband for the past year trying to help us out. But now I'm preggo and I'm almost due. (Due date Sept 14) I need a car seat and I can't afford one and neither can my Husband. So does anyone know where I can get a FREE Car seat?

Answer 1

Some hosptials have carseat programs to help if parents can not provide one.

You can also check Freecycle.org or Craigslist.org for your local area.

Answer 2

I have heard some WICs do.  Also, contact your nearest Highway Patrol; they have carseat safety classes and once you do the class, you get a free car seat.  Also check with the hospital you will deliver at, they often give away a car seat too.  If you have no luck there call 2-1-1, they might be able to help you find that and also anything else you could need such as diapers, formula, food , clothes, financial assistance, etc

Answer 3

I know they do in Michigan so I dont see why they wouldnt in Texas. you'd have to tell them you need it as soon as possible so they can get one for you.

Answer 4

Most hospitals give out free car seats because there are so many people that show up without one and you have to have one to leave.  Also your car insurance company could probably give you a free car seat if you call them up and tell them your situation.  The local Salvation Army/Victory Mission could also help you out.  

Answer 5

try the police dept or hospital. u may have to take a class but it would be worth it.

Answer 6

Some hospitals do give out carseats, but not all of them. You could call them up and see though. As for Wic, again give them a call and see. In Kentucky, they don't give them out.

Answer 7

I don't live in TX, but in MO they give out cribs (my SIL got one). It really depends. You can try going through social services if you are not able to afford one. They might even be able to direct you to a local church that helps families in financial need.