TODDLERS in Hartford and Sandiway have been dressing up as their favourite toys to raise money for charity.

As part of this year’s annual Jinglethon, which is organised by Jo Jingles music classes, babies, toddlers and their parents have come together in support of Tommy’s.

Tommy’s funds four research centres in the UK that investigate causes and find treatments for miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth.

And together with other Jo Jingles children across the country, it is hoped that £100,000 can be raised to fund Tommy’s vital research.

Money from this year’s Jinglethon will go towards a new centre dedicated to ensuring that the best maternity care is available to every parent, every baby, everywhere.

“At Jo Jingles Mid Cheshire, we are all really excited to be taking part in the Tommy’s Jinglethon,” said franchisee Cheryl Mahon.

“We are aiming to raise £100,000 nationally and give the boys and girls a really fun class whilst the children fundraise to save other babies’ lives”.

Jane Brewin, chief executive of Tommy’s, added: “We are looking forward to seeing the babies and children dress up as and bringing their favourite toy to their special Jinglethon class.

“Jinglethon is a great way for mums and dads to involve their little ones in a good cause.

“Tommy’s relies on the generosity and hard work of its supporters, like those from Jo Jingles, helping us to pioneer research to make pregnancy and birth safer for mums and babies.

“We hope everyone taking part had an amazing time.”

In the UK, it is estimated that 1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss during pregnancy or birth.

If you would like to donate to Tommy’s, this can be done at tommys.org/jinglethondonate.