What is Big Cup?
Becoming a new parent is one of life’s most wonderful times. But for some, this transition can be terrifying and completely isolating. With no support network to help financially or emotionally, the sudden responsibilities of new parenthood can be overwhelming. New families struggling on low incomes can find this time especially hard.
Big Cup helps families to overcome isolation by bringing them together with free weekly parent and toddler play groups across Newcastle & Stoke. Big Cup offers parents the opportunity to meet up with other local families. It offers the chance to discuss common concerns, to talk about the demands of a toddler and offers the space to smile and relax in friendly surroundings. Building a critical support network for parents.
Meet our Early Years Workers
Caitlin Galbraith
Caitlin.galbraith@alicecharity.org
07708 414245
Lisa Hall
lisa.hall@alicecharity.org
07729 092000
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“Great place for the children to play and parents alike, to meet for a chat and a coffee. Friendly atmosphere and great support for parents. A brilliant service for the local community to use. Always made to feel welcome by Lisa. 5 star!!!”
“Big Cup is important for the mental health of parents and carers.”
“Started coming here when my daughter was just 6 months old, she’s 22 now and we still come as often as we can. Great place to meet other parents. Safe place for children to play and learn. Staff, especially Lisa are really friendly, always got a brew and a smile for you.”
“I just wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for everything you do for our little ones and all the mummies.
Your dedication and care truly shine through in every activity you plan at tots group, reading circle & happy singing time.
It makes such a difference to have this available to all, free in our community. Thank you for being such a supportive and inspiring presence in our lives. We appreciate you more than words can say.”
“Big Cup is an amazing place for children’s development, before Big Cup I felt isolated. Now I am more confident and able to socialise.”
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