出産直後に使える制度・サービス（出生日～生後1か月未満）｜出産なび‐厚生労働省

This page introduces systems and services available immediately after childbirth (from birth to less than one month old). It covers maternal and child health handbook, childbirth lump-sum allowance (500,000 yen per child), postpartum leave (8 weeks), childbirth allowance, birth registration (within 14 days), child medical expense assistance, high-cost medical care system, and newborn hearing screening. These systems aim to reduce out-of-pocket childbirth costs, protect parental employment, manage child health, and alleviate medical expenses. For details, contact your local municipality or insurance provider.