Hair Ties and Head Wrap - these are useful to just keep hair off the skin.Shower gel - go for one that’s sensitive to the skin as it will helpful if you have an episiotomy or any stitches.Face Wipes – you can let go of your usual multi-step routine for a day.Toiletries Bag with essential skincare bits.Thermal Water Mist - really helpful during labour to keep cool especially if it's hot on the ward or if you get flustered during contractions/pushing.Lip balm which your partner can easily apply - useful if you use Gas & Air as it can dry your lips out. HOSPITAL BAG CHECKLIST FOR MUM PERSONAL ESSENTIALS If you have a straightforward birth, you aren't likely be in hospital for a very long period after the birth, and if you need to stay longer, your partner or family can always bring you more supplies. It’s also a good idea to have your birth partner pack your hospital bag with you, because it’s very likely that they’re going to be the one navigating the contents in labour - and if they don’t know the difference between a sanitary/maternity/breast pad, you might be in a bit of trouble. Labelling each one into categories baby's clothes, nappies/wipes, mum's toiletries etc can make it easy for your partner to find things at a glance. Packing cubes or large freezer bags can be really handy to keep all your key items in the bag organised so that it is super easy for your birth partner to find things - the last thing you want is not being able to find anything and you have to do this yourself. battery tealights and candles, fairy lights, aromatherapy diffuser - you can also put these in your main bag.
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