Our daughter was born in North Tees Hospital. We had lots of support from friends and family. We were also supported by the Neoangels Charity.

They provided us with help with parking  and travel expenses so we didn't have to worry about how often or long we visited her for. They provided us with canteen vouchers when the last thing you are thinking about is what you have in for tea. They provided emotional support  when we had bad days and helped us celebrate the little milestones that are usually taken for granted. They helped us bond with our daughter when all you can do is hold her hand.

In short they were amazing.  I am doing the zip wire to raise money for them as a thank you for all they did and so they can provide the same support for the next family in this situation.

Neoangels is dedicated to providing as much love, care and support as possible to our families. babies and staff on the Neonatal Unit at the University Hospital of North Tees. We ease the financial burden parents face by purchasing parking vouchers, helping with travel expenses and providing a hot meal in the hospital canteen daily for parents. We provide medical equipment, we have a specialist bereavement fund to look after families who lose their baby, we offer emotional support and we look after siblings too.