Did you know that a staggering one in three families in the U.S. faces diaper need, meaning they can’t afford enough diapers for their little ones? This is a tough situation that many parents find themselves in, but you can make a difference starting today! Huggies is teaming up with families across the nation to help eliminate diaper need.
Here’s How You Can Get Involved:
- Grab your baby, partner, or a friend, and pick up a box of Huggies.
- Play the catchy tune “Suavemente” and show off your family’s best dance moves!
- Challenge a friend to join in on the fun.
- Share your video on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok with the hashtag #MerengueForMoms, or submit it directly to us!
Keep your videos under 30 seconds!
Make sure to post by 12/31/19 to be included in the challenge!
For every video shared with the #MerengueForMoms hashtag from December 3rd through December 31st, Huggies will donate 100 diapers (up to 1 million diapers) to the National Diaper Bank Network. This organization helps the one in three American families struggling with diaper need.
Understanding Diaper Need
Diaper need is a serious issue, with 5 million babies and toddlers living in low-income families who often can’t afford this essential item. Unfortunately, government assistance programs don’t consider diapers a basic necessity, leaving many parents in a tough spot. In fact, 60% of parents report missing work or school because they lack the necessary diapers for childcare.
The National Diaper Bank Network, founded with help from Huggies, is a nonprofit dedicated to addressing this issue across the country. They support 200,000 children each month and have received over 220 million diapers and wipes from Huggies alone.
Fun Fact About “Suavemente”
“Suavemente,” the official song for the #MerengueForMoms movement, is a beloved track by Elvis Crespo, released in 1999. Billboard ranked it among the top Latin albums of the past 50 years. Crespo generously donated the song for this cause, stating, “Suavemente means ‘softly, smoothly’—just like the feeling every baby deserves.”
Want to learn more about how to support families in need? Check out this insightful post on home insemination or visit March of Dimes for excellent pregnancy resources. You can also find expert insights on this topic at Intracervical Insemination.
In summary, join the #MerengueForMoms movement to help provide diapers for families in need. Your participation can make a real difference, and it’s as simple as dancing with your loved ones!