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Rainbow Bluebell Games for Kicks Count

After losing our first baby, Hugo, during pregnancy, we have always supported this amazing charity. I wish I’d have known all the information and advice they give earlier!
I'm raising money for Kicks Count and your contribution will make an impact, however much you give. Donating is easy, quick and secure.
Please help us raise some money and have fun doing it!
How many kicks should I feel each day?

There is no set number of movements you need to feel each day. Counting to 10 is not recommended. Get to know what is normal for your baby and then report any change in your baby's regular pattern to your midwife, doctor or healthcare professional
How many Kicks should I feel in 1 hour?

There is no set number of movements you need to feel in one hour, 2 hours or 24 hours. Get to know what is normal for your baby and report any change immediately.
Owen's egg and spoon race and 1K run

To raise money for the brilliant Kicks Count charity and to help them save more babies lives I am going to run 1K and do an egg and spoon race. I'm not looking forward to the egg and spoon race because I really hate eggs, they stink!!

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

We have a fantastic network of supporters across the UK who fundraise by recycling. Here is how you can get involved.
Used Stamps

If you receive post, Kicks Count can benefit from your used stamps!
KP Snack Packets

TerraCycle® and KP Snacks® have partnered to create a free recycling programme for nuts, popcorn, crisps and pretzels packets.
Biscuit, Cracker & Cake Packaging

TerraCycle®, McVitie's®, Carr's®, Go Ahead® and Jacob's® have partnered to create a free recycling programme for any brand of biscuit, cracker and cake wrappers.
Beauty Product Packaging

TerraCycle® and Garnier® have partnered to create a free recycling programme for all beauty product packaging.
Dishwashing, Cleaning & Fragrance Flexible Packaging

TerraCycle® and RB® have partnered to create a free recycling programme for dishwashing, cleaning and fragrance flexible packaging.
Weleda Packaging

TerraCycle® has partnered with Weleda® to ensure that Weleda® packaging that is not easily recyclable in the UK via local kerbside, can now be recycled through this programme.
Contact Lenses

TerraCycle® and ACUVUE® have partnered to create a free recycling programme for any brand of soft contact lenses and blister packs.
Pet Food Pouches & Bags

TerraCycle®, Whiskas® and James Wellbeloved® have partnered to create a free recycling programme for all pet food plastic pouches & flexible plastic bags.
Disposable Gloves

TerraCycle® and Spontex® have partnered to create a free recycling scheme to make your disposable gloves recyclable nationwide.

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Recycling!

We have some very passionate supporters who recycle their own rubbish to help both the environment and our charity continue our work. If you'd like to contribute to their collections they would be grateful for your support - as would we!
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Kicks Count Wristbands

How can a Kicks Count Wristband help me? How do you use one? We answer your frequently asked questions.