'We have a lot of stuff here at the moment, but it doesn't stay for long.'
A baby bank in North Belfast has faced an 80% increase in demand in the past year due to the rising cost of living. The team at Blossoms - which is based on the Somerton Road - said they're now helping more families than ever.
"I now believe the eat or heat crisis is so real, and it's very sad. I consider myself very privileged that I work and so does my husband, but I'm also blessed I can pass on stuff and be in a position to help others. "For a newborn baby we'll provide a hamper a few weeks before the due date which would have baby grows, vests, nappies, wipes, vests, a towel and a wee teddy. We would also give the mum a bag which would be essentials she would need for hospital but we also include some face wash, wipes, hand cream, a face mask - just to give a wee pick me up."
"We had maybe one or two people coming in a week when we were in the city centre, then when we came here the poverty hit us. I feel we have a duty to do something, and we are doing something to help one family at a time.On Saturday, July 2, Blossoms are having a fundraising event at the Somerton Hub at 44 Somerton Road. Stalls with toys, cakes, buns, plants, items crafted by their volunteers, and tea and coffee will be available.
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