THOUSANDS of newborns across Ayrshire have benefited from a baby boxes supplied by the Scottish
Government.
New figures have revealed that 7,516 babies have had a helping hand with a box containing essential items.
Each box contains a selection of clothes, as well as everyday must-haves, like a bath towel, a travel changing mat, muslin cloth squares, a bib, a digital thermometer and books.
Health secretary SNP MSP Jeane Freeman has hailed the success of the boxes.
Ms Freeman said: “Every child, regardless of their circumstances, should get the best start in life.
“At the heart of the Baby Box is a message about tackling inequality, improving health and supporting new parents - which is why I’m delighted to see that have been sent to families across Ayrshire and Arran, including here in my Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley constituency.
“96% of expectant parents are now requesting a Baby Box – and more than 120,000 have been delivered across Scotland.
“That’s a huge vote of confidence in the Baby Box, which will be vitally important in our efforts to ensure that all children get the best start in life.”
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