Christmas is a time of joy and togetherness, but for some families, it can also be a season of worry. After losing his wife, this devoted father found himself navigating the challenges of single parenthood while working tirelessly to provide for his family. Every day was a balancing act between long hours at work and …
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Comfort had just turned one, having spent most of her life in a specialist high dependency ward, with Mum by her side. Born at just 23 weeks, she was sadly the only surviving baby from a set of triplets. After a highly stressful and emotional time in hospital, the long-awaited news finally came: Comfort was …
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I am so happy today. I am very grateful for all the kindness that people have shown me…. we are off to a good start. Pregnancy should be a time for excited anticipation but for Mary* the anxiety she felt about bringing a baby into the world far outweighed any feelings of happiness. Mary has …
Over the past year, we have worked closely with Oasis, a partner organisation based in Elmbridge that provide vital support to families in crisis. We’ve been supplying them with practical items their families need, such as school uniform, clothing and baby equipment. We caught up with Caroline Edwards, Director of Services, who shared how this …
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We recently received a touching thank you note from a Mum whose family we’ve helped with clothes, bedding and school uniforms: It’s been a challenging year for the 5 of us and to get this help and support when we needed it more than ever was incredible – and it really restores your faith in …
In early June, we received a pressing email from Croydon Council asking for our help. It was from the team responsible for young and vulnerable children in care or living in temporary accommodation. The team were planning an Eid al-Fitr event for the first time and had no gifts for the older teenagers. The team …
Following the traumatic experience crossing the channel, their son had developed a fear of water so extreme he couldn’t even wash his hands. When we received a request for a pair of swimming shorts, little did we know that the story behind it would be one of such depth and courage. Six year old Hassan’s …
Continue reading “Journey of hope – one family’s trauma after small boat crossing”
“I’m really looking forward to seeing her smile, as she’s so low about her situation she doesn’t get to smile.” – Lisa, Social Worker Katie* hasn’t had much reason to smile lately. Despite embarking on the journey of motherhood, a path that should be filled with joy and anticipation, her world feels far too heavy. …
Continue reading “A much-needed smile on her first Mother’s Day”
We love this story of kindness, connections, and a pinch of luck. A ring which had been in the family for generations, lost. A kind individual who reunited the treasured ring with its owner. A shared passion for Stripey Stork and the act of kindness which followed. Those of you who are based near our …
Outdoor toys are something we don’t typically stock at Stripey Stork – many of our families don’t have their own outside space, and they are bulky for us to store – but we are always keen to help when there is a special request that will make a real impact. A family in our community …
51a Albert Road North
Reigate
Surrey
RH2 9EL
Registered as a charity in England and Wales 1161613
Our focus is the Surrey region and bordering areas. If you are in a different region, see map of UK baby banks to find one near you.
