Parents ask for Calpol and baby wipes for Christmas
"We've had parents asking for Calpol, baby wipes, basic clothing for their children. Calpol. Calpol for Christmas.
It was launched during what organisers believed would be the toughest Christmas for families - 2020, whenWith many parents leaving present-buying until the last minute after their December pay cheque goes into their account, it left them facing a bleak time with all shops shut. "I literally can't afford a single present for my three boys. I feel like a failure. The boys are very caring and help me a lot, I'd like to give them a little something."
"The food that comes into the house is for the children, and as a result, Christmas presents for their kids, that's right on the backburner."
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