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Baby loss certificates for parents who experienced a loss of pregnancy before 24 weeks are now available for application from 9am today (22 February 2024).
Check the tariff classification for a shower-bath in the form of a flat tray.
Product recall for Baby Cot Pram Garland Gattle Newborn Toy Car Seat Buggy Cot Crib Toy Wooden Montessori Baby Shower Gym Toys Boho Baby Gift presenting a high risk of choking as the small wooden ring can break and produce...
Your Statutory Paternity Pay and Leave - eligibility, what you get, how to claim.
Check the tariff classification for stuffed toys.
How to claim Statutory Parental Bereavement Pay and Leave: what you can get, check if you're eligible and how to claim it.
A new government campaign will be launched to support parents as research highlights some are unaware their baby's mental health impacts their early development.
STFYAYB provides information about the screening tests offered during and after pregnancy.
This overview of the NHS newborn hearing screening programme (NHSP) explains how a baby’s hearing is tested, and the equipment used for the tests.
If your pregnancy ends before 24 weeks, you can get a free certificate in memory of your baby.
Maternity or Paternity Leave or Pay, or Maternity Allowance for parents
How to access the historical censuses from 1841 to 1921.
Services and care available through the NHS for children.
Find out how to register a birth - who can register, birth certificates
Information to help healthcare professionals speak with parents at risk of having a child with thalassaemia.
Product recall for Children’s Toy Baby Doll in Bathtub Shower Set, Pretend Role Play Game presenting a chemical and choking risk.
Sure Start Maternity Grant is a £500 payment to help with the costs of a new baby: what you'll get, eligibility and how to apply (claim form SF100).
How and when welfare checks must be made to assess if a sponsor is an appropriate host. Includes note taking and follow up visits.
We know people are worried, so the government is offering help for households. See what cost of living support you could be eligible for.
Product recall for a baby shark plush toy presenting a serious chemical risk and serious risk of choking and burns.
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