Baby Basics Hastings & Rother supports expectant mothers and families with newborns (aged 0-3 months) who are struggling to meet the financial and practical needs of their new baby. As part of the nationwide Baby Basics network, our centre is staffed by a dedicated team of volunteers who are passionate about helping local families.
What we offer:
- A Moses basket starter pack with essentials for babies aged 0-3 months
- Toiletries for mum
- High-quality second-hand and brand new baby items (see donation list below)
We work closely with referral agencies including midwives, health visitors, social care, and other professionals to ensure a safe and reliable service. Referrals are accepted only from professionals working with families. If you are a parent in need, please speak to your midwife, health visitor, or another professional who can refer you.
How to access the service:
- Referrals can be made by email from Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
- Collections and donations are accepted on Thursdays, 9am – 12pm at the Hastings Centre
- Turnaround time for referrals is typically 2 weeks. For urgent cases, please email us directly
Donations: We gratefully accept brand new and high-quality second-hand baby items, including nappies, wipes, baby clothes (newborn and 0-3 months), toiletries for mum, and more. Please email us before bringing donations, as storage space is limited. Financial donations are also welcome via BACS transfer (see details above).
Location: Hastings Centre, The Ridge, Hastings, TN34 2SA
Contact: Email babybasics@kings1066.org or call 01424 755990. You can also reach us on Facebook or drop in on Thursday mornings.
We do not accept self-referrals and families cannot collect their own items; collection must be arranged by the referring organisation.