Can You Buy Diapers With Food Stamps or SNAP?

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as “food stamps,” can only be used to buy food, which means diapers are not covered. However, if you or a loved one (age 3+) has Medicaid, CHIP, or insurance, you may qualify for free diapers through Aeroflow Urology.

Check your coverage for free pediatric diapers, adult diapers, and other incontinence supplies by completing our secure two-step form.

SNAP is a federal food assistance program that helps low-income individuals and families buy groceries. Benefits are loaded onto an EBT card each month, which works like a debit card at most grocery stores and retailers.

Because SNAP is limited to food items, you cannot use SNAP benefits on personal care or hygiene products like diapers. SNAP will only cover the following categories:

• Fruits and vegetables.
• Meat, poultry, and fish.
• Dairy products (including baby formula).
• Breads and cereals.
• Snack foods and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Seeds and plants.

While SNAP doesn’t cover diapers, there are other options that can help.  You or your loved one may qualify for free monthly diaper deliveries through Medicaid or insurance. 

At Aeroflow Urology, we believe that everyone deserves access to the diapers they need. To do that, we’re here to support individuals and families of all ages.

Both children and adults with Medicaid or insurance can qualify for diapers, pull-ups, underpads, and other incontinence supplies. These bladder control products are often covered when there’s a medical need that leads to incontinence, such as:

• Autism spectrum disorder.
• Cerebral palsy.
• Down syndrome.
• Menopause
• Multiple sclerosis.
• Parkinson’s disease.
• Spina bifida.

We make the process simple. If you or your loved one qualifies, we’ll ship your supplies straight to your door each month at no cost in discreet packaging. No more last-minute diaper runs or stress about staying stocked.

Here's how it works:

Head to our secure eligibility form. If you need diapers for yourself or someone you care for, you’ll need a few basic details:

• Date of birth.

• State of residence.

• Type of insurance (Medicaid, Medicare, or private).

• A diaper prescription. If you’ve already seen your provider, we can securely request your prescription on your behalf.

NOTE: If you’re a caregiver or parent, be sure to enter their information, not yours.

After you submit the form, you might see your results right away. If we need more details from you, a member of our team will reach out. If you’re approved, we’ll walk you through the products you qualify for and ship them to your door each month for free.

Need to talk to a dedicated team member about your results? 

Contact us at 1-844-276-5588 (available Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM ET) or email us at info@aeroflowurology.com.

If you or your loved one has insurance, you may qualify for free, high-quality pediatric, youth, or adult diapers. We’ll match you with the following diapers based on your specific medical needs:

Pediatric (Age 3+): Pediatric diapers will typically have tab-style openings for easier changes. They come in light to overnight absorbencies.

Youth (Including Teens): Pull-up diapers look and feel like underwear. They can also be used as training pants. Youth sizes are made for bigger kids, but if they’re still too small, try small adult pull-ons or tab-style briefs for a better fit.

Adults & Older Adults: For adult diapers, your options include pull-ups for lighter leaks (also known as “protective underwear”), or tab-style diapers (also known as “briefs”). Tab-style diapers come in overnight to high-absorbency styles, and sizes include small to bariatric.

Depending on your insurance and medical needs, you may also qualify for additional supplies like wipes, bladder control pads, or underpads (sometimes called “chux,” which protect your bedding and furniture).

NOTE: Remember to fit by waist and hip sizes, not age. Need help with sizing? Check our incontinence sizing charts. 

SNAP helps with food, but it won’t cover diapers. If you, your child, or someone you care for has incontinence, we’re here to support you.

We work directly with your insurance and healthcare provider to confirm your eligibility for free supplies. If you qualify, we ship your diapers in discreet packaging to your door each month. Reordering your no-cost supplies is also easy with one-click emails and one-word “Yes” replies to reorder texts.

Start saving up to $630 each month on diapers.

References:

Administration for Children & Families, Office of Family Assistance. (n.d.). Help for families. https://www.acf.gov/ofa/map/about/help-families.

National Diaper Bank Network. (n.d.-a). Diaper need, hunger, housing: The emergency is now. https://nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org/diaper-need-hunger-housing-the-emergency-is-now/.

National Diaper Bank Network. (n.d.-b). Member diaper banks. https://nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org/member-directory/.

U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service. (2025, June 4). What can SNAP buy? https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/eligible-food-items.

U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service, Evidence, Analysis, and Regulatory Affairs Office, Characteristics of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Households: Fiscal Year 2023, by Mia Monkovic and Ben Ward. Project Officer, Aja Weston. Alexandria, VA, 2025. Available online at: https://www.fns.usda.gov/research/snap/characteristics-fy23.

Disclaimer

Information provided on the Aeroflow Urology blog is not intended as a substitute for medical advice or care from a healthcare professional. Aeroflow recommends consulting your healthcare provider if you are experiencing medical issues relating to incontinence.