Your checklist could include Statutory Maternity Pay or Maternity Allowance, Child Benefit, Universal Credit and the Sure Start Maternity Grant, depending on your circumstances. You may also qualify for Healthy Start payments or vouchers, and later Tax-Free Childcare or funded childcare hours. Check the latest eligibility rules and apply through the relevant GOV.UK pages, as income, employment, savings, location and the number of children can affect what is available. If your situation is complicated, a benefits adviser or Citizens Advice can help you check your options.