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For Baby

• 2–3 newborn-sized onesies/sleepsuits
• Baby mittens, socks, and hats
• Receiving blanket and a warm blanket
• Going-home outfit
• Nappies/diapers (newborn size)
• Wipes (unscented)
• Baby towel
• Burp cloths or muslin squares
• Baby formula and bottles (if not breastfeeding)
• Car seat (installed ahead of time)

For Mum Clothing:

• 2–3 nightgowns or loose PJs (front-opening if breastfeeding)
• Comfortable going-home outfit
• Maternity/nursing bras
• Breast pads
• Maternity underwear/disposable underwear
• Non-slip socks or slippers
• Robe or shawl
• Flip flops (for shower)

Toiletries:

• Toothbrush, toothpaste
• Face wash and moisturiser
• Lip Balm
• Hairbrush, ties/clips
• Shampoo, conditioner, body wash
• Deodorant
• Sanitary/maternity pads
• Nipple cream (if breastfeeding)
• Peri bottle or postpartum wash bottle
• Towel and washcloth

Documents

• Hospital file and ID
• Insurance information
• Birth plan (if you have one)

Other essentials

• Phone and charger (extra-long cable if possible)
• Reusable water bottle with straw
• Pillow from home (in a colored pillowcase)
• Notepad and pen (for notes, feeding logs)

Food to Carry

• Energy bars/granola bars
• Trail mix or nuts
• Crackers, biscuits
• Fresh or dried fruit
• Electrolyte drinks/coconut water
• Hard candies or mints
• Instant noodles or ready meals (if hospital allows)
• Dark chocolate or a treat you like

Utensils

• Spoon, fork, and knife (in a case or pouch)
• Small reusable bowl or plate
• Insulated travel mug
• Tiffin box/lunch box for partner
• Ziplock bags (for leftovers or storage)

Appliances

• Phone charger (extra-long cord recommended)
• Power bank
• Headphones or earbuds
• Tablet or Kindle
• Portable fan (for during labor)
• Small nightlight or dimmable torch
• Electric kettle (check hospital rules)
• Mini electric lunch box or food warmer (if needed)

For Birthing Partner

• Change of clothes
• Toiletries (toothbrush, deodorant, )
• Snacks and water
• Entertainment (book, tablet, )
• Blanket and pillow
• ID and phone charger
• List of contacts to update
• Cash or change for vending machines/parking
• Comfort items for labour (massage oil, stress ball)