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

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