This browser is not actively supported anymore. For the best passle experience, we strongly recommend you upgrade your browser.
| less than a minute read

Moms are Leaving Gift Cards in Store Diaper Aisles–For Postpartum Peers

Moms across the U.S. are hiding gift cards and notes in store diaper aisles as part of a viral social media trend. Inspired by a TikTok post where a mother observed another giving up personal wants for baby needs, this spontaneous "pay-it-forward" campaign encourages moms to leave surprises for fellow postpartum mothers. The movement, dubbed the #shedeservedthepurse challenge, has garnered significant attention, spreading love and support through acts of kindness in various baby product sections.

“She Deserved The Purse…To the Mother who chose themselves last, you deserve the world tonight and always.”

Tags

pay it forward, english, diaper, purse, gift card, postpartum, mothers, kindness, highlight

Creating, sharing and inspiring change. For good.

The global issues we face are challenging and interconnected. They can seem insurmountable. But if you know where to look, co-operation, positive change and hope are all around us. Build Beyond Even Better is a project that recognises the progress being made, and the amazing people who are making a difference. Share your own hopes, pledges and projects with #BBEB, or become a contributor.

Please read our BBEB Charter PDF.