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Jan 23, 2019
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Did you know that Period Poverty is a real problem in the U.S?  Nearly 1 in 5 girls have missed school and the activities they love because they cannot afford period protection. The side effects of missing out are very real.

Watch this moving Always Live #LikeAGirl video and read on to find out how WE can help #EndPeriodPoverty thanks to Walmart and Always.

After watching this emotional video, I immediately thought of my own daughters. Like most parents, I wish they would stop growing up so quickly!


I know all too well the things that my daughters will eventually encounter when they reach adolescence. I do my best every single day to help prepare them. I try to give them the skills, values, and opportunity to overcome the obstacles they may face.


But imagine not being able to provide your daughter with a necessity when it comes to her period. Think about how a girl’s period could become an obstacle to the very things she loves and excels at - like activities, sports, and school.  I can’t help but think of the anxiety and stress this would place on young girls. The fact is, Period Poverty is happening every single day across the U.S., sometimes in our own communities. And quite honestly, it’s not being discussed - until now.

I know how much my girls love their activities. My one daughter excels at gymnastics and she’s beyond happy when she’s on the floor, doing what she loves. Every girl deserves the chance to feel that way.


My other daughter dances and has come out of her shell so much because of the confidence boost she gets from learning and growing as a dancer. I cannot imagine either of them one day having to sit out, or feel less than, because of something natural happening to their body. It’s not okay for any girl to experience this.


At puberty, girls’ confidence plummets, and having to miss activities because of a lack of access to period products only makes this drop in confidence worse and limits a girl’s potential and opportunity.

Thanks to Walmart and Always, this issue is coming to light through their efforts like this video.   In addition, Always and Walmart are donating a year’s supply of period products to 50 teams in 50 states - ensuring that no girl has to go without.

Remember to take a few moments to watch the video above to learn more about why this issue is so critical for all of us to support! Let’s make sure girls Always Live #LikeAGirl and help keep them active and involved!  It starts with all of us!

Post by Stephanie Caruso, The SheSpeaks Team

Help spread the word on this important campaign! Enter our giveaway below - one SheSpeaks member will receive a $50 Walmart gift card. Enter here: 

 

Always Live #LikeAGirl Donation Giveaway

One lucky entrant will be chosen at random to receive a $50 Walmart gift card.  SheSpeaks Giveaway is open to U.S. residents 18 years or older. Enter through 2/7/19. Winner will be chosen randomly by 2/11/19 and notified by email. Sponsor: SheSpeaks.

Update: Thank you to all who entered. Congrats to our winner, SheSpeaks member Lcjones0519!

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by umapat | Newburgh, NY
Jan 31, 2019

This is something many of us never think about. I live in a town but the coty I grew up in is predominantly low income. I was lucky enough to not have to worry ir think about it as were my daughters.

by KathyW24 | BLOOMINGTON, IL
Jan 31, 2019

Good to know and thank you Walmart

by eview1 | WAKE FOREST, NC
Jan 31, 2019

i have seen it on another blog, i was amazed because i had never heard of this before. i think it was even on a segment of a morning news show. in this day and age, it should not be happening, especially in the us.

by aurora88 | ENGLEWOOD, CO
Jan 31, 2019

I haven't heard of this , I will stay connected to this

by cjbay42 | BAY CITY, MI
Jan 30, 2019

I have not heard of this, but there are many people in poverty that cannot afford necessary items.

by marsem11 | Springfield, MO
Jan 29, 2019

I have heard of it. Its important because every young girl deserves to feel confident.

by wspchick | Hartselle, AL
Jan 28, 2019

I had not heard of it until now, but now that I know, it deeply touches me. How heartbreaking and something I will definitely be looking into more ways to help!

by bonita7878 | SPRING VALLEY, CA
Jan 27, 2019

Yes I have heard of Period Poverty and having lived and seen it first hand, I ensured I taught my daughter and have everything available I can for her; she started three months ago. I make a point everywhere we go to leave feminine products in bathrooms as well; you never know who may need them. Plus, make bags for the homeless women and various Women's Shelters around here.

by FireRunner2379 | Bowling Green, OH
Jan 27, 2019

I have not heard of it before, but it seems to affect a fair amount of kids...which sucks!

by cowlady2 | DELAND, FL
Jan 26, 2019

I have heard of Period Poverty. There is a movement to get all restrooms to have free period items for women especially in schools. Helping give girls and women pride and confidence is critical to healthy development.

by millitt | Fort Worth, TX
Jan 26, 2019

Glad their helping put a stop to period poverty.

by Lcjones0519 | Forest City, NC
Jan 26, 2019

I think it's important because when I was a teen I didn't feel very confident in myself whenever I had a period. I think it's crucial to tackle the issue that nobody openly feels comfortable enough to talk about.

by yarbr012 | MINNETONKA, MN
Jan 25, 2019

I have not heard of this term before but it makes sense because feminine hygiene products can be unaffordable for some.

by bythec | FALMOUTH, MA
Jan 25, 2019

Ingrid Nilsen speaks about this on her YouTube channel (as well as the Pink Tax). I teach a Gender Studies course to high school students and will use this information!

by zekthezookeeper1967 | Kansas City, MO
Jan 25, 2019

I have just seen a couple of commercials about period poverty. This is a wonderful program.

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