Hospital bag checklist nhs

What you'll need for labour and birth

Get a few things ready at least 3 weeks before your due date.

For yourself, you'll probably want to pack:

• your birth plan and hospital notes
• something loose and comfortable to wear during labour that does not restrict you from moving around or make you too hot
• 3 changes of loose, comfortable clothes
• 2 or 3 comfortable and supportive bras, including nursing bras if you're planning to breastfeed – remember, your breasts will be much larger than usual
• breast pads
• 2 packets of super-absorbent period or maternity pads
• 5 or 6 pairs of knickers – you may want to bring some disposable ones
• your washbag with a toothbrush, hairbrush, flannel, soap, lip balm, deodorant, hair ties and other toiletries
• towels
• things to help you pass the time and relax – for example, books, magazines, music or podcasts
• a fan or water spray to cool you down
• front-opening or loose-fitting nighties or tops if you're going to breastfeed
• dressing gown and slippers
• healthy snacks and drinks
• extra pillows
• a TENS machine if you in
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