Scotland’s Baby Box contains a selection of clothes, as well as every day must-haves, like a bath towel, a travel changing mat, muslin cloth squares, a bib, a digital thermometer, and books.
455 Baby Boxes Delivered in Orkney
170 Baby Boxes Delivered in Orkney in 2019
Scotland’s Baby Box scheme has proved to be a huge success with 96% of prospective parents getting one for their baby.
New Design for Scotland’s Baby Box
280 families in Orkney have received a Baby Box. The Scottish Government has announced a new design in time for Mother’s Day.
Maree Todd: Success of Scotland’s Baby Box
“I was delighted when the SNP made the introduction of the boxes one of its manifesto pledges”
“A baby box is a positive gift which signals that every baby is important and welcomed.” – Royal College of Midwives
The Royal College of Midwives have come out in support of Scotland’s Baby Box scheme and recommend that this is rolled out across the UK.
Transforming the Nation’s Health
“With will and with method we can transform Scotland ” Sir Harry Burns
Success of Baby Box in Orkney
88 new born bairns in Orkney received Scotland’s Baby Box in 2017.
“O my darlin wee one”
“The hale wurld welcomes ye” (Jackie Kay)
Maree Todd: Inspired by Young People
“I am also now enjoying my new role a Minister for Childcare and Early Years – or the Baby Box Minister as one dad said to me!”
Scotland’s Baby Box: A Gift to Every New Born
All babies due on or after 15 August will be eligible for a Baby Box.
