Any medication prescribed by your GP or consultant
Nightwear (nightie, dressing gown, slippers) and an old, comfortable/loose garment for delivery
Underwear (disposable ones for after the birth)
A bath towel, hand towel and flannel
Toiletries
Maternity-sized sanitary towels
Maternity bra
Newborn-size nappies
Cotton wool
About three sets of baby clothes, vests, baby-grows (without feet, if possible, as these can obscure identity labels), scratch mittens, cardigan
A hat – it is important to ensure your baby is warm. A hat may be put on your baby straight after birth, as babies lose a lot of body heat through the head
Magazines/books and a pen
What NOT to bring with you
Please do not bring the following into hospital with you:
