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Registering a birth
This article provides an overview of what you need to do to register the birth of your baby.
Tax credits: what are you entitled to?
It’s worth finding out if you are eligible to claim tax credits. Find out more and how to claim here.
Child Benefit
Are you entitled to Child Benefit? How do you find out and make a claim?
Childcare and childcare vouchers
Here we provide information on getting financial support for your childcare needs.
Financial support for parents on a low income
If you are pregnant and worried about finances, this article will help you find out what grants and benefits you might be entitled to.
Settling in at work after maternity leave
Although you are returning to a familiar place, returning to work can bring mixed emotions. Here we look at things to think about.
Returning to work and breastfeeding
This article outlines the obligations of your employer in supporting you to breastfeed once you return to work.
Flexible working
As a parent you are entitled to request flexible working hours. This article outlines how you can do so.
Paternity leave
This article outlines paternity rights for dads.
Parental leave
Every parent is entitled to parental leave. This article explains what it is and what your entitlements are.