More than 70 small, pierced shell beads and four big, pierced shell pendants, were most likely sewn into a piece of leather, wrapped around the baby for her burial.
A 10,000 year old Baby Carrier
Celebrating Scotland’s Baby Box
“All children deserve equal support and resources, and I really feel the scheme has strengthened this message in the past five years” Emma Roddick MSP, SNP Highlands and Islands
Poverty & Inequality Affects Babies Long Before Birth
Poverty is affecting the growth of unborn babies from as early as mid-way through pregnancy.
200,000 Baby Boxes Delivered in Scotland
“The fact that all babies in Scotland are gifted a box full of essential items means that as a society we want every child, regardless of their circumstances, to get the best start in life. “Satwat Rehman,CEO One Parent Families Scotland
Letter: ‘Hidden Neonatal Journeys’
“we have launched Hidden Neonatal Journeys, our new campaign to raise awareness of the challenges faced by the parents of full term but sick babies. “
‘You and Your Baby’: Views Sought from Mothers On #Covid & Care
The survey, You & Your Baby 2020, asks women about their experiences of COVID-19 and how the pandemic has impacted their health and care during the perinatal period
Outstanding Success of Scotland’s Baby Box
93% of parents are taking up the opportunity of getting a Baby Box for their child.
Update for Parent & Baby Groups
If all children are under 12 months then up to 10 adults can be at the group at one time.
Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Support
“We are delighted to be supporting the Scottish Government with this important new third sector fund for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health charities.”
Scotland’s Young Carer Grant to be Extended to Asylum Seekers
“from Spring this year, young carers will be able to access Young Carer Grant without fear of it risking their immigration status.”
