A common question, especially for first time parents, is “What do I need to pack for the hospital?”

Do not be daunted by the huge size of this suggested list — you do not have to bring all the things that are listed here.

The idea here is to have a comprehensive list that you can pick and choose from. This enables you to customise your own list of the things so that you can feel comfortable at the end of the day.

Here are some suggestions:​

1. For Mom

Toiletries: 

• ​​Lotion 

• Toothbrush and toothpaste 

• Hairbrush/comb 

• Shampoo/soap 

• Towel/facecloth 

Clothing (You will be wearing a hospital gown during your delivery) 

• Two loose-fit nighties — preferably the breastfeeding kind (if you are not keen to use the hospital gown which are made for breastfeeding) 

• A pair of slippers​ 

• A few underwear items

• Socks 

• Nursing bra 

• Clothing to wear upon discharge from the hospital 

Birth plan: 

• if you do have one
  
  

2. For Your Partner: 

• Some reading material when your spouse is sleeping or resting 

• Toiletries 

• Change of clothes 

• Sweater 
  
  

3. For Baby: 

• One baby outfit upon discharge 

• Receiving blanket 

• One pair of socks or booties 

• One pair of mittens 

• Cap 
  
  

After Delivery: 

• Name list of people to call once baby arrives. You will inevitably forget to call someone. 

• Digital camera/camcorder — to capture all those precious moments. 
  
  

Do Not Bring: 

• ​Valuables

• Jewelry 

• Laptop computer 

What documents should I bring along? 

In addition to the above-mentioned items, you should bring along your outpatient appointment booklet, identity cards of both mum and dad, marriage certificate and admission form.

Reference: HealthHub