More than 4,000 Baby Boxes distributed to expectant parents in north-east this year

More than 4,000 Baby Boxes distributed to expectant parents in north-east this year
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The Baby Box.
More than 4,000 Baby Boxes have been delivered to expectant parents in the north-east this year.
Under the scheme, which is aimed at tackling inequality and promoting health, new parents receive a box of essential items such as books, blankets and bibs.
Each box contains a large number of essential items for parents and babies, including a selection of clothes from newborn up to the age of six months, a digital thermometer, and bath towel.
The box itself comes with a mattress and can be used as a safe sleep space.

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