Blogs
Thank you
As the end of 2020 is fast approaching, we just wanted to say a big thank you to those who have supported us, especially during such a challenging 12 months. […] ...
We’re here to help…
Since the start of the year Peeps has arranged and funded over 70 counselling / therapy sessions for mums and dads of our HIE families. Things may not always be […] ...
#FestiveFive
We’d love you to join in our Christmas event – it’s super simple! Rather than send Christmas cards, we’re asking you to make a donation to Peeps – this […] ...
Can you vote for Peeps?
It’s that time of year again when we are asking for a little help – it’s free and easy, and just involves you casting a vote for Peeps in the […] ...
Calling all businesses!
Calling all businesses! This is such a fab idea – making the most of what is quite frankly a rubbish situation We all wish Covid wasn’t here but while it […] ...
We’ll still bee here…
As England is preparing to go in to a second lockdown, we just wanted to reassure everyone that we are still here, and will be continuing to support as much […] ...
Thank you!
A big THANK YOU to Lloyd’s of London – a lovely lady who works there nominated @PeepsHIE to receive a charitable donation, and it landed in our bank account this […] ...
Let’s keep talking
If you’re finding it hard… …for whatever reason, then please don’t struggle on your own. Going through a HIE experience can be difficult. The effects, whether physical or emotional can […] ...
So you’ve found yourself in the NICU
By Stephanie Swann This is a message for all the new parents out there who have found themselves in the unfamiliar world of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. If your […] ...
We did good…
By Nicola Sheldon I remember the morning of November 17th 2015 very clearly. Thomas had been home from the hospital less than 24 hours and Chris was preparing to leave […] ...
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Parenting And The Use Of Social Media Sharing
By Stephanie Swann Sharing information and photographs of our children on social media is a subject that many people will have varying opinions on whether their child is neurotypical or […] ...
20 Things I would tell my past self…
…by Stephanie Swann 20 things I would tell my past self about being a parent of a child with disabilities As my little boy Joseph is getting older and we […] ...
Peeps Apparel
If you’d like to support Peeps and raise awareness wherever you go, then why not get hold of one of our t-shirts or hoodies? Ladies, gents and kids sizes available. […] ...
Making a difference…
One of our mums has kindly shared some feedback after we sourced and funded some specialised counselling for her. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, and a brilliant grant […] ...
Good news for under 3s mobility support
“Family Fund Mobility Support aims to help families raising a disabled or seriously ill child under 3 years old to meet their mobility needs through a car leasing package for […] ...
Parent Story – Meet Albie
Our story, Francesca and Macaulay ALBIE THOMAS MCGOWAN, 8lb 9oz, 18/12/19 Wednesday 18th December, 40+1, my waters had gone the day before and we were ready to be induced! 2nd […] ...
Wing Walk – 2021!
As with many things, the Wing Walk for Peeps had to be postponed due to Covid, but Jade from Sign along with us, one of our Ambassadors, is sticking to […] ...
Thank you Tesco!
Huge thanks to Tesco and Groundwork UK for a £500 award from their Bags of Help Covid19 Communities fund. So many charities are feeling the strain at the moment, especially […] ...
Mental Health and Wellbeing
We all no doubt know the importance of looking after our mental health and wellbeing, but sometimes finding the time, energy, or money to put the theory in to practice […] ...
CVI Society
If any of our families have a little one with CVI (Cortical Visual Impairment), The CVI Society are looking for 2 more babies for their colour tent trial: ‘We need […] ...