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Let’s End Diaper Need

Together, we can make a difference
1 in 2 Families...
...struggle with diaper need. Diapers are just as essential for health and well-being as food, but most government programs do nothing to alleviate this need. It’s unacceptable – and as the numbers keep growing, we need to take action. U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) just re-introduced the End Diaper Need Act of 2023 and it's time to make some noise in support of this vital legislation.
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47% of parents can’t afford diapers. Of those parents:
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skip meals and other essentials to offset the cost of diapers
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report needing a doctor’s care for baby’s rashes or infections
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leave baby in a soiled diaper longer than they should
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attempt to “clean,” dry, and reuse disposable diapers
Did You Know?
  • SNAP and WIC assistance cannot be used for diapers
  • Diaper need is a leading cause of maternal depression
  • Most daycares will not accept babies if diapers are not provided
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As a Result,
Parents in need who rely on daycare miss an average of 5 days of work each month, perpetuating the cycle of poverty.
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More Ways to Help
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Help Raise Awareness
Share facts and start conversations. With 1 in 2 families impacted, someone in your circle is likely silently struggling.
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Donate or Volunteer
Think outside the box. Any skill you have could help: design, accounting, baking. Contact your local diaper bank.
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Every action, big or small, makes an impact. Together, we can help end diaper need.