Lobby Days Make It Easy To Make a Difference 

Lobby Days Make It Easy To Make a Difference 

As we chatted in his office, U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff tilted his phone toward us so that we could admire a photo of his lovely baby, Eva Beth. This was not a typical day in the life of a woman who runs a small diaper bank in coastal Georgia. I was participating for the...
Coalitions help basic needs banks do more for the people they serve

Coalitions help basic needs banks do more for the people they serve

Starting the Missouri Diaper Bank Coalition  There are eight NDBN-member diaper banks in Missouri with a common mission: ending diaper need and period poverty in our state. By working in close collaboration, we are speeding our progress toward meeting that goal.  When...
Where to Donate Diapers?

Where to Donate Diapers?

What’s accepted? When it comes to making a difference in the lives of families and infants, donating diapers is a direct and impactful way to help. The National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN) and its  network of more than 225 member diaper banks throughout the US,...
Daycare Inequality in the United States

Daycare Inequality in the United States

In the United States, the glaring issue of daycare inequity is reaching a boiling point. Despite a significant influx of funding into childcare during the pandemic, especially early childhood education, the resources are dwindling, leaving families grappling with...
Why NDBN’s Annual Conference Is a Must

Why NDBN’s Annual Conference Is a Must

I never miss NDBN’s annual conference because I learn so much that I can take home to power up my own work. Just as importantly, I get to spend time with my people, other basic needs bankers who are a source of inspiration, support and great information all year...
How Faith-Based Communities Can Support Families in Need

How Faith-Based Communities Can Support Families in Need

Many parents across the U.S. wonder how they will afford enough diapers for their baby. This is diaper need, and it’s a crisis that keeps numerous mothers and fathers awake at night. Without this essential item, babies remain for hours in soiled diapers and are prone...
Mobile Unit Conquers Diaper Deserts

Mobile Unit Conquers Diaper Deserts

The Miami Diaper Bank is committed to helping the families we serve keep their babies clean, dry and healthy. We’re also committed to the families we aren’t serving yet. In 2022 we did a deep dive to find areas that we call diaper deserts and develop a strategy to...
When Is Your Child Ready To Start Potty Training

When Is Your Child Ready To Start Potty Training

Embarking on the journey of potty training your child can feel like a daunting task for many parents. It’s a significant developmental stage that comes with its own unique challenges and triumphs. As you find yourself navigating through this new territory,...
6 Tips For Managing The 4th Trimester & Postpartum Depression

6 Tips For Managing The 4th Trimester & Postpartum Depression

The journey of motherhood is a miraculous and life-changing experience. However, it can also bring forth unexpected challenges that can impact the well-being of both the mother and their newborn. One crucial yet often overlooked stage is the 4th trimester, where...