What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag

It's important that you get your bag packed ready for the hospital approximately 4 weeks before your due date so that you are prepared to make that quick dash to hospital. We've listed out everything you should need with some handy product suggestions:

For during labour

• Birth plan
• A T-shirt or Birthing Wrap
• Dressing gown and socks or slippers to keep your feet warm
• Drinks and snacks for both you and your partner to keep your energy levels high
• A sponge or flannel and water spray to keep you cool
• Body oil or lotion for back rubs
• An ice pack for tired muscles
• Hairbrush, toothbrush and toothpaste and any other toiletries you may need for your stay, we recommend some lip balm as gas and air can dry out your lips
• Maternity pads
• Personal stereo to help relax you
• A camera to capture your first moments together

After labour

• A couple of front opening nightdresses
• Comfortable clothes and shoes for wearing at the hospital
• Knickers and maternity pads
• Nursing bras, at least three so that you can change regularly
• 2 towels
• Breast pads
• Magazines and books for you to read whilst the baby sleeps
• Snacks and drinks
• Change / phonecard and useful telephone numbers
• Ear plugs and eye masks to block out the noise from the busy ward
• Baby clothes
• Nappies and nappy bag
• Nappy cream
• Cotton wool and baby wipes
• Clothes for both you and your baby for the journey home