Discover Texas Diaper Banks Close to You

Diaper need is the inability to afford enough clean, dry diapers to keep a baby or toddler healthy and comfortable. It is now recognized as a basic need and a public health issue.

According to the National Diaper Bank Network’s 2024 Diaper Check, almost 1 in 2 U.S. families with young children struggle to afford diapers—up from 1 in 3 just a decade ago. Texas mirrors this national trend, with low-income families at greatest risk.

SNAP and WIC are nutrition programs; federal rules classify diapers as household supplies, which makes them ineligible. Only limited cash assistance (TANF) can be used, and very few families qualify.

Newborns typically require 10–12 diapers per day, while older babies need 6–8. That adds up to $840–$1,000 per year per child, depending on brand and size.

Stretching diapers increases the risk of diaper rash and urinary tract infections in infants, leading to more pediatric visits and higher medical costs.

Yes. Seventy-five percent of mothers experiencing diaper insecurity report feeling helpless, and 1 in 4 parents miss work or school because childcare centers require a day’s supply of diapers.

Check the directory above for a diaper bank near you. If none is listed in your county, email us and we’ll help connect you to emergency resources.

Sizes 4, 5, and 6, as well as pull-ups (4T/5T), are almost always in short supply because children wear them for the longest period.

Cloth can reduce costs in the long term, but the need for laundering, upfront costs, and daycare restrictions make it impractical for many low-income families.

Some locations also offer wipes, pull-ups, period products, or other baby items. Formula availability is limited and varies widely. For formula-specific help, contact your local WIC office and check our Food Bank Directory. Always call ahead to confirm current stock.