KidFirst hopes to collect at least 1,000 diapers to distribute to families in need. Research shows that diapers and wipes cost a family about $100 a month, per child. As “hygiene items,” they aren’t directly funded under any federal support program.
Some parents reuse diapers or leave their babies in wet diapers longer than they should. This leads to diaper rash, infections and other health problems, and to babies crying more. Unnecessary crying, coupled with the stress of living in poverty raises the chances of child abuse. KidsFirst wants to ensure that no baby is left without a clean diaper. “By helping our most vulnerable children, we help build a better community,” said CEO Lisa Velarde.
WHY DIAPERS?
- Diapers and wipes cost about $100/month per child
- Purchasing diapers is not covered by government systems as they are considered “hygiene items.”
- The cost forces some families to reuse disposable diapers, or to leave babies in diapers longer than they should, which could lead to diaper rash, infections and other health problems.
- Babies who have diaper rash tend to cry more. More crying, coupled with the stress of living in need, raises the chances of child abuse.
WHY NOT CLOTH DIAPERS?
- Many low-income families don’t have access to washers and dryers. Most laundromats prohibit the washing of cloth diapers for sanitary reasons.
- The vast majority of daycares require disposable diapers.
WAYS TO DONATE
- Go to kidsfirstnow.org to donate online – please enter “diaper drive” in reason for gift. A donation of $40 will buy 200 diapers and/or diaper wipes for children in crises.
- Purchase diapers and/or wipes and take them to one of KidsFirst’s three family resource centers in Roseville, Auburn and Citrus Heights. To sponsor a diaper drive for KidsFirst or for donation questions, please call Dina Navarra at 916-774-6802 x2828.
Blog Post information and picture courtesy of Kidsfirst.
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