Alongside NHS maternity care and practical baby preparations, make a budget covering nappies, equipment, childcare and any reduction in household income. Check GOV.UK for Child Benefit and whether your circumstances could affect Pension Credit, Universal Credit or tax, as entitlement depends on your income, savings and household details. Review your will, name suitable guardians and check life insurance and pension beneficiary nominations. If you are unsure about inheritance planning or how retirement income may interact with benefits, consider advice from a solicitor regulated by the SRA or a regulated financial adviser.