There may be additional items that some mums-to-be may want to add however this list should include most of what you actually need at labour-time. Similarly, some items may not be for everyone but at least with this list you will be deliberately leaving it behind rather than accidentally forgetting it!
In our group, we are veterans of 20+ births and babies have arrived anything from 8 weeks early to 2 weeks late and everywhere in between so we would definitely recommend packing your bag sooner rather than later.
Our summary list is here:
Mum-to-be
* Your maternity notes including your birth plan
* Nightdress
* Dressing gown
* Slippers
* Socks
* Maternity pads
* Old / disposable / hospital knickers
* Clothing you want to give birth in
* Nursing bra (if you are planning on breastfeeding)
* Breast pads
* Flannel
* Soap
* Toothbrush
* Toothpaste
* Usual beauty routine creams
* Shampoo / Conditioner
* Towel
* Deodorant
* Hair brush
* Hair band (if you have long hair)
* Make-up
* Lip salve
* Tens machine
* Tissues and baby wipes
* Magazine or a book
* Music
* Drinks
* Massage Oil or lotion
* Pen and paper
* Toilet roll
* Your mobile phone (with charger), change or a phone-card along with a list of numbers
* Snacks for you and your partner
* Camera and video camera-fully charged and with film if necessary
* Ear plugs
* Eye shades
* Aloe Vera Gel
* Arnica tablets
* Lavender Oil
* Tea Tree Oil
* Change for the carpark
New arrival
* Newborn nappies
* Nappy bags
* Cotton wool balls
* Baby wipes
* Bottom cream
* Vest
* Sleep suit
* Socks
* Scratch mitts
* Baby hat
* Swaddling sheet
* Muslin squares / burp cloths
Going home
* Going home clothes for you
* Going home clothes for your new arrival
* Rear facing newborn car seat
* A present for any big brothers/sisters from the new arrival
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