GREENSBORO, N.C. — As the federal government shutdown stretches into its second week, uncertainty is growing for parents who rely on programs like WIC — the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children.

For Melanie Sachs , a mother of two under two, the help from WIC has been crucial.

“It’s like a help line,” she said, “It makes sure we’re giving him the right amount of food, fresh fruits and vegetables, every single meal.”

Sachs says her family gets around $50 a month for produce, along with milk and grains — support that ensures her children are fed and healthy. But with the shutdown halting federal funding, she’s been watching the clock.

“We’ll be living paycheck to paycheck,” she said. “If it comes to choosing fresh fruits and vegetables or basic n

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