When Aisha* and her 6-month-old baby were first referred to Stripey Stork, their situation was desperate. Baby had no safe space to sleep and was co-sleeping with mum. They had just two nappies left. Money for food was limited – mum could barely afford to feed herself, let alone begin weaning. Baby clothes were too …
Every year, Santa Stork brings a little magic to local families in hardship during the festive season. Run by Stripey Stork, this special Christmas campaign provides brand-new gifts for children and parents who might otherwise go without. These gifts make sure every child referred has something to open on Christmas morning – so that every …
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Neve* is a two-year-old girl who attends nursery in Croydon, where the nursery provides specialist support for children with complex needs. Neve is non-mobile and has recently been diagnosed with epilepsy. It’s been a turbulent year for the family. Mum, young and single, was moved into temporary accommodation – a converted office block – far …
Two years ago, Volodymyr and his family arrived in Reigate from the Ukraine with very little, seeking safety and a fresh start. When they first reached the UK, everything was unfamiliar and the smallest comforts mattered more than most of us can imagine. Through the support of their local sponsor, Volodymyr and his family were …
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At Stripey Stork, we often witness how small gestures can make a huge impact. We believe that every child deserves the same start, and your support helps children to access opportunities they might otherwise not be able to. Recently, a request came through that perfectly illustrates this – a request that has left us all …
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When you’re a parent, every milestone your child reaches should be a moment of joy. But imagine if, with each ‘first – first step, first taste of solid food, first time rolling over – came a wave of anxiety about how you’d be able to afford the next stage in their development. This was the …
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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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