What to pack in your birth/hospital bag?
Here is what I would pack!
Birth plan, have this printed so you can hand to your midwife
Positive affirmation cards
Battery tea lights, fairy lights or galaxy light to create the perfect low lit and calm environment
Photos of loved ones / other children
Healthy, nutrient rich snacks / drinks. Labour is thirsty work, a water bottle with a straw will save time and energy
Toiletries, things to make you feel more comfortable - face/body wipes, deodorant, moisturiser, dry shampoo, lip balm
Comforting items - blanket, pillow, eye mask (an eye mask is great for the journey to hospital and if there are any interventions you do not wish to view)
Essential oils / spray and diffuser - a blend of lavender, chamomile and clary sage provide calming and labour inducing qualities
Speaker for your favourite music or hypnobirthing tracks
Comb, stress ball or TENS machine
Comfortable PJ’s or nightie with buttons for booby access if you are breastfeeding
Birth partner, you might need a bigger bag for this one
