So this year as my other fundraising plans are currently on hold I thought I'd use my birthday as an excuse to raise some extra money towards our very important 'Big Build' campaign to create a better environment for new parents using the Lister Hospital's Neonatal Unit. If you are able to give, even a couple of quid, it will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Here's a bit more detail: We are fundraising for the East and North Herts Hospitals: Lister Neonatal Big Build, creating a better experience for families with children in neonatal care. The Neonatal Unit at the Lister Hospital cares for over 900 poorly babies each year, with the average stay on the neonatal unit at the Lister Hospital being 12 weeks. The unit is often at, or close to, the full capacity of 30 babies; with two visitors per baby allowed on the ward.The current families lounge only has enough room for six visitors at a time, with limited cooking and washing facilities. The demand far outweighs capacity and lack of facilities results in parents spending unnecessary time away from the unit.This project hopes to make a hard time a little more comfortable by building a special room where parents can rest, prepare a meal and relatives can visit, with toys provided for young siblings.