Baby Basics Canterbury

 Who We Are

Baby Basics Canterbury is part of the wider Baby Basics UK Network — a national charity supporting vulnerable mothers and babies with essential items such as a safe place to sleep, clothing, nappies, toiletries, and postnatal care essentials for mum.

We help families facing difficult circumstances — including women fleeing domestic abuse and families arriving in the UK from war-torn countries.

Referrals are accepted only from Midwives, Health Visitors or Social Workers. This ensures families receive the support they need through trusted professionals, helping to build positive relationships and reduce any feelings of stigma or shame.

If you or someone you know needs support, please contact your health visitor or midwife:

How You Can Help

There are two main ways you can support Baby Basics Canterbury — by donating items or volunteering your time.

Donate Items

We currently need:

  • Baby clothing (sleepsuits, vests)

  • Newborn, Size 1 & 2 nappies

  • Water-based wet wipes

  • Cotton wool or pads

  • Nappy bags

  • Baby body wash

  • Snowsuits (up to 12–18 months)

  • Toiletries for mothers

  • Toothbrushes and toothpaste (for mum and baby)

  • Cellular blankets

  • Muslins

  • Moses basket sheets

Volunteer With Us

We’re always grateful for helping hands to:

  • Wash and iron baby clothes and Moses basket interiors

  • Knit or sew baby blankets, hats, cardigans, and basket interiors (patterns provided)

  • Make toiletry bags

  • Offer financial support to help purchase essential supplies

Get Involved

If you’d like to donate, volunteer, or have any questions, please fill our donations/volunteer form below.

You can also chat to Anna Palmer on a Sunday morning.

Donate

If you’d like to donate to Baby Basics you can do this via bank transfer to the following details:

  • Sort code: 40 52 40

  • Account number: 00031648

  • Reference: ‘Babybasics’

Or you can give by card using this link

100% of any money donated under this reference will go towards the work of Baby Basics.