As your delivery date approaches, you will want to prepare the items needed for your special day ahead of time. What to bring to the hospital:

For Mom

• Nightgown that buttons in the front, robe and slippers
• Regular or nursing bra
• Cosmetics, deodorant, toothpaste and toothbrush, hairbrush and/or comb
• Reading material or laptop (glasses if you need them)
• An item you will use as a concentration/focal point
• Comfortable clothes to wear home

For Dad/Partner

• Hospital paperwork, insurance information and any other necessary health information
• Watch with a second hand to help with timing contractions
• Tablet and pen to record weight, length, delivery time for phone calls
• Address book with family and friends phone numbers
• Cell phone and charger
• Camera with a memory card and //or video camera with a charged battery (Pictures and video may be taken of mom, baby and family, but the actual birth or any medical procedures may NOT be photographed or videotaped.)

For Baby

• Approved car seat (learn to install correctly before the first ride home)
• Undershirt, nightgown, socks (or booties), cap and diapers for the trip home
• Receiving blanket
• Depending upon the weather, outerwear and an additional blanket might be needed.

You may bring other items other than the ones mentioned above.