Thousands of new mums can get up to £184 a week with little-known benefit – see if you’re one of them

THOUSANDS of mums could get up to £184.03 to support them through their little one’s first few months through a little-known benefit.

Maternity Allowance payments are available to new mums who are self-employed, those who have recently stopped working, and mums who do unpaid work for their spouse or civil partner’s business.

The benefit provides a safety net for...