For
mom
Nightgown or shirt to wear during labor if you
don't feel comfortable in a gown provided by the
hospital (they should be loose fitting or something
that can be completely opened in the front)
Robe or bed jacket
Socks
Slippers
Nightgown and/or pajamas (if breastfeeding, then
bring ones made for nursing)
2 - 4 bras (nursing bras if you plan to breastfeed)
3 - 6 pairs of underpants
Toiletries (toothbrush/toothpaste, soap, shampoo/conditioner,
deodorant, lotion, comb/brush, lip balm/chap stick)
Elastic/Scrunchie or hair clip to pull hair back
during labor
A photo or object to be used as a focal point
during labor
Going home outfit (something comfortable/loose
fitting)
Optional
Lollipops or hard candy to keep your mouth moist
during labor
An activity (such as pre-addressing birth announcements
or crossword puzzles) or a book to keep busy during
early labor
Your baby book - you can record your delivery
details and first moments with your baby and the
nurses can put your baby's hand and foot prints
on the appropriate page while they are inked for
the hospital records
Cord Blood Collection kit (if you decided to collect
your baby's cord blood)
Makeup, lipstick, scented shower gel or body powder
to make you feel better after labor
Eyeglasses or contact lenses (keep in mind that
you can wear your eyeglasses during labor, but
you must take out your contacts)
Watch
Address book
A few small gifts or one for all of the nurses
that helped care for you
A small gift for the other children at home from
the baby
