Hospital Checklist

by Toronto4Kids

Giving birth soon? Be as prepared as possible! If you are giving birth at a Hospital or Birthing Centre, the following is a list of essential items that you need to pack and have ready to bring with you. You can print this Checklist and add your own items.

Clothing:

___ 2 nightgowns
___ Bathrobe Underwear
___ Slippers
___ Nightgowns
___ Sweats & Tees or loose, comfortable outfits
___ Socks
___ Nursing Bra
___ Nursing Pads
___ Nursing Pillow
___ Other:
___ Other:

For Baby:

___ Approved carseat
___ Diapers
___ Going-home outfit
___ Onesies
___ Hat/cap
___ Receivinng blankets
___ Small cotton mitten to cover hands to prevent scratching their face
___ Other:
___ Other:

General:

___ Change for the vending machines and phone or phone card
___ Phone numbers for family & friends
___ Baby Name Book
___ Magazine
___ I POD or Tape/CD Player, radio
___ Pencil and JournalCamera + extra batteries
___ Video + extra tapes
___ Books/magazines
___ Small cooler with drinks and snacks
___ Baby book for recording baby's first footprint & important details
___ Gift for sibling(s)
___ Health insurance card
___ Extra pillows colored pillowcase, so it doesn't get into hospital laundry)
___ Extra bag to bring home gifts and hospital supplies
___ Thank you cards/notes
___ Other:
___ Other:

For your partner:

___ Clothing
___ Snacks
___ Books/Magazines
___ Other:
___ Other:

Personal Care:

___ Hair ties and clips
___ Brush/comb
___ Soap
___ Contact lens case/lens supplies or glasses
___ Toothbrush/toothpaste/dental flossMouthwash/breath mints
___ Deodorant
___ Earplugs
___ Make-up
___ Lip balm
___ Lotion
___ Maxipads
___ Shampoo/conditioner
___ Prescriptions you are taking
___ Other:
___ Other: