Hospital bag
Pack early, that’s my motto. I’ve seen many mums leave it to the last minute and arrive with a few things in a plastic bag. Below is a general list…add what you feel you may need. Enjoy!!
For you
- Health insurance / Medicare cards
- Small amount of cash
- Lots and lots of undies and make sure they are black
- Warm socks
- Maternity bras
- Black leggings / comfy pants
- Slippers/shoes
- Breast pads
- Maternity pads
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Hair dryer
- Hairbrush
- Deodorant
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Lip balm
- Phone charger
For the baby
- 10 large wraps
- 10 grow suits / onesies
- 10 singlets
- A hat for the baby
- Check if the hospital provides nappies and wipes
- Ensure a capsule foe the baby is fitted (and you know how to use it)
For your partner
- Some snacks
- Change of clothes
- Toothpaste/toothbrush
- Mobile phone and charger
- Change for parking
- Camera, charger
- Video camera and charger