While some of these items may seem like things you shouldn't have to bring with you to the hospital, many times supplies are limited, & you don't want to be without at a time like this! Labour Bag Health Card & Insurance Card Kit from Cord Blood Bank if Using Doula Contact Information if Using Lip Balm/Vaseline/Lotion Hair Elastics/Clips Socks Robe Slippers Focal Point Picture/Item if using Cell Phone Pens/Notebook Magazines/Book/Crosswords, etc CD Player & CD’s if using Makeup Toothbrush/Toothpaste Soap Shampoo & Conditioner Deoderant Brush/Comb Sanitary Pads (24) Breast Pads Pyjamas Underwear Nursing Bra/Regular Bra Comfy Clothes to go home in Snacks for in between meals Towel & Facecloth Watch/Clock Car Seat 2-3 Sleepers Diapers & Wipes Receiving Blanket & Regular Blanket Receiving Blanket to Swaddle if using Soother if Using Bottles & Formula if Using Hat Outfit to go home in For Dad/Labour Coach: Watch with second hand Toiletries for Dad/Labour Coach (Toothbrush/Deoderant, etc) Address Book Pain Reliever In Case Dad Needs Some Snacks/Reading Materials Shorts for the shower if h/she needs to go in with you during labour/after a c-section Jewellery Valuables
Your Birth Plan
Pillow
Massage Oil
Popsicles, Freezies if using
Money for Snacks
Camera & Battery Charger
For Baby:
Bibs or Burp Cloths
Baby Soap
Change of clothes for Dad/Labour Coach
Leave at Home:
