Baby Basics Penrhiwceiber
Our project commenced in November 2019 when Nadine our project administrator became inspired to find a way to help when her health visitor told her of the difficulties of some new mothers in our community who could not provide the basics to care for their families and their new babies. She spoke to our priest about the concern and prayerfully researching possible ways we could help led us to the Baby Basics network and our branch was quickly founded.
Our launch was a joyful event held in St Winifred’s church. We showcased the beautiful Moses basket starter packs that we intended would be our goal to provide. Over the years the generosity of individuals who donate along with those who have financially supported the project has allowed us to developed and grow the service we can provide. We are grateful for the support given to us by the Baby Basics network and for every preloved and new item that we have been able to gift to a new mam
The project in Penrhiwceiber is run by an amazing group of volunteers and in 2021 we were proud to receive the High Sheriff of Glamorgan award for charitable work
To date we have been able to work with health and social care professionals to help 100s of families.
Baby Basics Penrhiwceiber owes a huge thank you to all who have supported us throughout the last six years
About Us
We work closely with various professional agencies including Midwives, Health Visitors and Social Care to provide a safe reliable service that people can trust. We are contactable via our Facebook Page. Our Baby Basics is operated by St. Winifred’s Church, Penrhiwceiber part of the Ministry Area of Cynon Valley South. See our donation list for what we can accept
Meet the Team
Baby Basics Penrhiwceiber would not be the success it is today without the amazing team and volunteers from our church and local community who are the backbone of the project, giving their time to manage referrrals, wash, sort, and prepare donations for families in need and supporting with the donation of preloved items.
Without the commitment and compassion of our volunteers, our work would not be possible.
Get Help
We work by professional referral only
We support families with children from pre-birth to age 3 years primarily but if possible will support up to age 5
Families
If you think we could help please discuss with your Midwife, Health Visitor, Social Care Worker. They will be able to make a referral on your behalf, we do not accept self referrals.
If you have not seen your Health Visitor or do not know how to contact them please contact your GP
Make a Referral
Our current turn around time for referrals is two weeks from referral date. We will specify a collection date for you at the point of referral
If your referral is more urgent please message via the Facebook App.
It must be yourself or someone from your organisation that collects the requested item/items, we do not allow families to collect their own items.
There is no limit to the number of times a family can be referred to us if you assess they still need support,
Telephone referral
07543633425
Give Help
Donating secondhand items
Much of what we provide are high quality second hand items.
We only accept items listed below, we ask that all items are washed, sorted into sizes/categories in clearly labelled bags before being brought to us to speed up our processing.
Donating equipment
We are limited in storage space for these items so please contact us via Facebook Messenger before you donate.
We cannot accept any items that are broken, have missing parts or need excessive cleaning
We do not accept Next to Me cribs, Swing Cribs, Travel Cots, Car Seats, Jumparoos and sit in walkers.
Equipment we can Accept
- Moses baskets and stands
- Changing mats (no rips or tears)
- Playgyms
- Bouncy Chairs
- High chairs
- New born prams, toddler and double buggies
Equipment we cannot Accept
- Cots, Cot beds and Toddler beds
Donating new items
You can donate in the following ways:
Buy and drop items to us
New Items we accept
- Nappies – size 1 – 8
- Toiletries – Baby wipes, top to toe wash, shampoo and bubble bath,
- Children – Shampoo, Shower gel, toothbrushes and toothpaste
- Adult – Shampoo & Conditioner, Shower gel, toothpaste and toothbrushes, deodorant and maternity pads
Donating financially
Regular or one-off
to donate please contact us via Facebook messenger for details.
How can you get involved?
If interested please contact us via Facebook Messenger