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What's in the Baby Box?
Scotland’s Baby Box is a welcome gift for every baby born in Scotland. Not only is the box full of baby essentials from birth to 6 months, it’s also a safe and comfortable place for your wee one to sleep if you follow safe sleeping guidelines. You can use it to keep all your baby items in before they're born and as a memory box or a place to store toys once they're too big to sleep in it.
It's been designed so that you can pop your baby’s name and birth details on the lid – and if you have a toddler or older child, they can even colour it in – a lovely way to make them feel part of things when the new baby comes along.
The Box is full of items you can use to connect with your wee one in a positive, loving way. Here are some suggestions to get you going.
What's in the Baby Box?
Please note, some items may vary.
A poem for your wee one
A poem for your wee one
Digital underarm thermometer (x1)
Digital underarm thermometer (x1)
Scratch mittens (1 pair)
Scratch mittens (1 pair)
Short-sleeved vest (x1)
Short-sleeved vest (x1)
Long-sleeved vest (x1)
Long-sleeved vest (x1)
Reusable nappies
Reusable nappies
Long-sleeved side buttoning vest (x1)
Long-sleeved side buttoning vest (x1)
Long-sleeved patterned vest (x1)
Long-sleeved patterned vest (x1)
Cotton hat (x1)
Cotton hat (x1)
Long-sleeved sleepsuit (x1)
Long-sleeved sleepsuit (x1)
Jersey trousers (x2)
Jersey trousers (x2)
Pair of socks (x1)
Pair of socks (x1)
All-in-one day suit (x1)
All-in-one day suit (x1)
Long-sleeved sleepsuit (x1)
Long-sleeved sleepsuit (x1)
Jersey trousers (x1)
Jersey trousers (x1)
All-in-one day suit (x1)
All-in-one day suit (x1)
Pair of socks (x1)
Pair of socks (x1)
Fleece jacket with hood (x1)
Fleece jacket with hood (x1)
Mattress with protector (x1) with Fitted Sheet
Mattress with protector (x1) with Fitted Sheet
Cellular blanket (x1)
Cellular blanket (x1)
Baby wrap (x1)
Baby wrap (x1)
Hooded bath towel (x1)
Hooded bath towel (x1)
Bath sponge (x1)
Bath sponge (x1)
Bath and room thermometer (x1)
Bath and room thermometer (x1)
Teething ring soother (x1)
Teething ring soother (x1)
Baby books (x2)
Baby books (x2)
Buggy book (x1)
Buggy book (x1)
Play mat (x1)
Play mat (x1)
Emery boards
Emery boards
Bib (x1)
Bib (x1)
Muslin cloth squares (x3)
Muslin cloth squares (x3)
Comforter toy (x1)
Comforter toy (x1)
Travel changing mat (x1)
Travel changing mat (x1)
Pack of disposable nursing pads (x1)
Pack of disposable nursing pads (x1)
Pack of 12 maternity towels (x1)
Pack of 12 maternity towels (x1)
Box of 3 condoms (x2)
Box of 3 condoms (x2)
Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) Astar App
Royal Scottish National Orchestra (RSNO) Astar App
Childsmile toothbrush (x1)
Childsmile toothbrush (x1)
How to use the Baby Box for sleeping
The box is a safe and comfortable place for your baby to sleep in as long as you follow safe sleeping guidelines. It comes with a mattress, protector, fitted sheet and blanket. Here are some tips for settling your newborn to sleep.
The Baby Box is also useful if you and baby are away from home. Just remember to make sure you lift the box without your baby in it.
Sleeping in the Baby Box FAQs
Is it safe for my baby to sleep in the box?
Is it safe for my baby to sleep in the box?
Can my baby sleep in the box all night?
Can my baby sleep in the box all night?
How long can my baby sleep in the box?
How long can my baby sleep in the box?
Where should I put the Baby Box when my baby is sleeping?
Where should I put the Baby Box when my baby is sleeping?
Can I change the mattress?
Can I change the mattress?
Do I need to use the sheet and mattress protector?
Do I need to use the sheet and mattress protector?
What do I cover my baby with in the box?
What do I cover my baby with in the box?
Can I use other covers in the Baby Box?
Can I use other covers in the Baby Box?
Should I lie my baby on their back?
Should I lie my baby on their back?
How do I clean the box?
How do I clean the box?
Is it OK if I don't want to use the box for sleeping?
Is it OK if I don't want to use the box for sleeping?
How do I get my Baby Box?
To be eligible for the Baby Box, your baby must be born and resident in Scotland. To get a box, you need to be registered with a midwife and living permanently in Scotland.
Your midwife will fill in a Baby Box registration card with you between your 18-20 or 28 week appointment. Your midwife will send this card away to register you for your Baby Box, so you won’t need to do anything else. Even if your appointments are rearranged due to the current situation, it will still be easy possible for you and your midwife to complete the registration card and send it away in plenty of time to ensure that you receive your Box before your due date.
Depending on when you do register for your Baby Box it will be delivered between 4 weeks before your due date up until your due date. You will get a text, email or letter (whatever you have told us you prefer) the week before your box will be dispatched. The carrier will then be in touch with your tracking details and an estimated time slot for delivery.
Baby Box delivery FAQs
When will my box be delivered?
When will my box be delivered?
How will it be delivered?
How will it be delivered?
What if my address changes?
What if my address changes?
What if my box is damaged when it arrived?
What if my box is damaged when it arrived?
Can my box be delivered earlier?
Can my box be delivered earlier?
How do I cancel delivery of the box?
How do I cancel delivery of the box?
What if something happens during my pregnancy?
What if something happens during my pregnancy?
What should I do if my box doesn’t turn up?
What should I do if my box doesn’t turn up?
What if my baby is premature?
If your baby is premature you can still use the box for sleeping – although some of the clothes may be a bit big at first!