To register the birth of your child, go to Somerset County Council's website.

Information on Maternity pay, maternity leave and any financial help that may be available can be found on the government website.

To apply for child benefit, go to the Government website.

A change in your family circumstances may entitle you to benefits. 

For information, go to the government website.

If you are receiving Housing Benefit or Council Tax Support, you need let us know about your change in circumstances.

For more information on child minding and how to find a registered childminder, go to the government website.

For information on how to order a copy of a birth certificate, go to the Government website.

You may be entitled to our Passport to Leisure scheme which offers discounts on sport and leisure activities.

For more information on fostering, adoption and surrogacy, go the government website.

Find out about tax free childcare.

Find out about nursery school places.

Find out about savings for children.