23 Nov What to pack in my hospital bag?
Posted at 19:37h
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So it’s the time to gather together all the essentials you’ll need! Remember that you may need to go in unexpectedly, so try to have a bag packed about 36 weeks.
It’s worth noting that maternity hospitals vary in their policies about what you are allowed to bring in.
For Mum
- Your birth plan!
- Warm Socks (your feet can get cold in labour!)
- Slippers
- Long T-Shirt/Nightie (Front Opening is best)
- Light Dressing Gown
- Maternity Bra and Breast Pads
- Maternity Pads
- Birthing ball (if desired)
- TENS machine (if desired)
- Phone Charger
- Pairs of Comfortable Underwear x10
- Facecloth/Sponge
- Towels
- Toilet Bag and Mirror
- Flip flops for the shower
- Heat and Cold Packs
- Light snacks and drinks
- Magazines/newspapers (for all the Love Island goss)
- Massage Oils
- Relevant prescribed medication
- A pen (you wouldn’t know what you’ll need it for!)
For Baby
- Long sleeved grows X 6
- Baby socks
- 6 Vests (all baby clothes should be pre-washed before packing)
- Cardigan
- Hat
- Pre-washed baby towel
- Pack of nappies (newborn size)
- Cotton wool
- Baby bibs X 6
- Baby blanket X 2
- Cot sheet X 2
Going Home Items
- Coat
- Loose, comfortable shoes
- Baby blanket
- Baby coat