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What to pack in a hospital bag for giving birth
If you are going to give birth in hospital, you may want to prepare your labour bag at around 36 weeks. Whatever you take with you, don’t forget your medical records and several copies of your birth plan, if you have made one – these are most important !
You may find it easier to pack two bags for hospital: one for during labour and one for after giving birth.
You will also need to be prepared for the journey home after giving birth (someone may be able to bring these items later). You will need clothing for yourself – although this will be your first outing without maternity clothes for some time you will, of course, still need loose fitting clothing. Your baby will also need a hat, socks/bootees, jacket and shawl. Remember that the hospital is unlikely to let you go home in the car without checking that you have an Infant Carrier (car seat suitable from birth) correctly fitted.
It is also a good idea to get as much information as possible from the hospital in advance, for example:
Some of the questions may seem like common sense, but it is better to ask them sooner rather than later, when you and your partner may have other things on your mind !
