WESTERN Isles mothers-tobe, whose babies are due on or after August 15, 2017, are being encouraged to register for a baby box at their next midwife appointment.
The boxes, containing essential items for a child’s first weeks and months, ensure every child in Scotland, regardless of their circumstances, gets the best start in life.
The boxes are full of useful items including books, clothes, blankets, a bath towel, a changing mat, a bib and a thermometer, while also providing a safe space for babies to sleep near their parents.