PREGNANCY
What to pack for your
Hospital Birth
Lists are a great way to get organised for
your new baby, especially as there are so
many things to think about. Here are some
lists to help you get hospital ready!
For the delivery
You will need:
• Paperwork for the hospital
• Your medical aid card and ID book
• Your birth plan and notes from your birthing classes
• Stem cell storage kit (if you have opted for this)
• 2 x sets of comfy clothes; we recommend a t-shirt, strappy vest
or stretchy nightie
• 1 x dressing gown and non-slip socks or slippers
• Toiletries; such as lip balm, a face cloth, hair bands and a
hairbrush, tooth brush and toothpaste
• Contact lenses or glasses
• Your cell phone and charger
(make sure all important numbers are saved on your phone)
• A watch to time your contractions
• A refillable water bottle, high energy snacks and drinks, and / or
small change for the vending machine
• Anything that will help you be more comfortable:
• Your favourite pillow
• Massage oil
• Relaxation props, such as relaxing music
• Books, magazines, iPad and / or a journal and pen –
to help pass the time
Your partner will need:
• A copy of the birth plan
• Their cell phone and charger
(make sure all important numbers are saved on the phone)
• A watch to time your contractions
• A camera with fully charged batteries
• A change of clothes
• Snacks and drinks, and / or change for the vending machine
• Books, magazines, iPad and / or a journal and pen – to help
pass the time