The Sure Start Maternity Grant is a one-time payment from the UK government to help with the costs of having a baby. It is available to families on low incomes, and can be used to buy essential items such as a cot, pram, or car seat.
The grant is worth 500 for each child, and can be applied for online or by post. To be eligible, you must be pregnant or have given birth within the last 12 months, and your family income must be below 20,000 per year.