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 administrative systems and services available immediately after childbirth (from birth to under one month after birth). It provides information on the Mother and Child Health Handbook, childbirth lump-sum allowance (500,000 yen per child), maternity leave (8 weeks), childbirth allowance, birth registration (within 14 days), child medical expense assistance, high-cost medical expense system, and newborn hearing screening. Details for each system can be confirmed by contacting municipal offices or your insurance provider.