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If you are pregnant or have had a baby, there are a number of benefits you may be able to claim depending on your circumstances.

If you work for an employer, or have been in recent work, you may be able to claim:

Fathers may be able to claim Statutory Paternity Pay.

If you are not working or are on a low income you may be able to get:

Once you have had your baby you can claim:

Pregnant women can get free prescriptions and dental treatment. This continues for 12 months after the baby is born.

You can download the Babies and benefits leaflet for more information.

Find out more about benefits for families or visit the Directgov website (see link to the right).

You can contact Greenwich Welfare Rights Service using the number on the right or our online enquiry form.