A NEW mum who is struggling with chronic body pain has had her mood lifted this Christmas.
The Grimsby Telegraph has teamed up with the Artie White Foundation for the charity's 12 Days of Christmas Campaign, which sees food hampers or toy vouchers donated to deserving people.
For Sophie Pigott, of Duncombe Gardens, Grimsby, the nice surprise could not have come at a better time. The 30-year-old is awaiting results to confirm her diagnosis of fibromyalgia – which causes pain all over the body.
Due to her condition, Sophie has been off work and money is tight as her husband is ill too.
Sophie, mum to a 20-month-old boy and step-mum to a 10-year-old boy, said: "We have found it very hard recently but the support from family and friends has been great.
"My mum nominated us for this hamper and I am very grateful. There are items in there that we would not be able to buy, just simple treats such as cakes and mince pies.
"I want to say a huge thanks to the charity as their donation has given us a boost. I hope it is a sign that things are getting better."
Grimsby Telegraph readers can still nominate someone to receive a hamper by filling in the form on this page.
It could be someone who always goes that extra mile for others, a young family struggling to buy presents, or an elderly person facing the prospect of spending Christmas alone.
The people are chosen by Artie White Foundation committe members, and each presentation will be reported.
Foundation chairman Barry Meadows said: "I was delighted to have been able to give Sophie and her family this special hamper.
"The Artie White Foundation has supported local charities for the past 16 years.
"This year we wanted readers of the Grimsby Telegraph to tell us who they think deserves a gift."
To nominate someone you believe deserves a Christmas treat, fill in the form below or find this story on www.thisisgrimsby.co.uk