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Your birthing or hospital bag

Even if you plan on having a home birth these are essentials you will need, it's also a good idea to be ready in case you have an unplanned hospital visit.

What mom might need

• Maternity pads
• Linen savers
• Maternity panties
• Maternity bra
• Breast pads
• Breast pump
• Burp cloths
• Nipple cream 
• Massage oil
• Nursing cover
• Feeding cushion
• Jungle juice

What you might need for baby

• Night light / sound soother
• Babygros
• Swaddles
• Disposable or cloth nappies
• Blankets
• Hats
• Dummy
• Bum cream
• Baby wipes
• Nappy bag
• Travel changing mat: If you haven't got one with your nappy bag. There are also changing pouches and clutches which helps keep everything organised.

Extras that might come in handy

• Charger: Cellphones, earphones anything like that don't forget a plug adaptor also comes in handy
• Toiletries: All your usual things and we've especially mentioned a few below
• Hairbands
• Lip balm
• Dry shampoo: Don't need to explain this
• Vaseline
• Face wipes
• Makeup
• Slippers
• Flip flops
• Socks
• Gown
• PJs: Front button down work best for breast feeding and skin-to-skin. Pants should be comfortable if you have a c-section.
• Snacks
• Water: Sparkling or still? You will need it when you're thirsty!

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