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Initial equipment during pregnancy

Financial support for the necessary maternity clothing, i.e. maternity dress or maternity trousers and nursing bra

Competent authority

Course description

Entitled to benefits:

  • Women who receive ongoing benefits in accordance with the German Social Code, Twelfth Book (SGB XII - social assistance)
  • Women who do not receive ongoing benefits under SGB XII, but belong to the corresponding group of people under SGB XII and are unable to cover their maternity clothing needs from their own resources and means

Range of services:

  • Maternity dress or maternity trousers
  • Nursing bra

Special contact points

Required documents

  • Mother's passport,
  • Notice of benefits according to SGB XII or proof of income and assets

Duration and costs

Fees and charges

There are no fees.

Legal basis

§ Section 31 (1) No. 2 of the German Social Code, Twelfth Book (SGB XII)

Find the responsible authority

Please enter the address with street and house number

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