Preparing for parenthood
There's lots of support available to you as you plan for parenthood. You can get help with benefits and managing your money, finding housing for your new family and buying equipment for your baby.
Parental responsibilities and rights
Responsibilities and rights you have as new parents, and how to register a birth
Housing rights and benefits for new parents
Who to speak to about housing and benefits you might be entitled to
Managing your money
How to make your money go further during pregnancy and the help available
Benefits and financial support for you and your baby
What benefits you can claim to support you and your new baby
Parental leave
How much parental leave mums, dads and partners can claim in the first year
How your body prepares to feed your baby
Benefits of mum's milk and how your body gets ready to produce it
Equipment for your baby
What equipment you'll need for your new baby - including bottles, clothes and sheets
Baby Box
What's in Scotland's Baby Box and how to get one
What to take with you for labour and birth
What to pack for your hospital stay