WHAT TO WEAR WHEN YOU ARE PREGNANT
Hospital bag
includes:- a front-opening nightie (easier for breastfeeding)
- comfy clothes (such as a tracksuit and T-shirts)
- sandals or easy-fitting footwear
- knickers and maternity pads for heavy bleeding after birth
- nursing bras (at least two, as you can get sweaty in hospital and if your milk comes early your bra may get wet)
- towels (take one or two - your partner can bring in extras if you're required to stay longer)
- toiletries and cosmetics
- breast pads (to absorb leaks of colostrum and milk)
- phone card/coins (you can't use mobile phones in hospital)
- magazines and books
- writing materials
- personal music player/radio
- biscuits and snacks
- favourite breakfast cereal
- favourite tea bags
- fruit juice/mineral water
In most places, your baby will be lent a nightie and bedding, but you may need to bring in your own nappies. Remember, you'll need clothing for you and your baby to travel home in, although someone can bring that in once you've had your baby.
More photos on the next page.