Childbirth Services:
What to Bring From Home
 


For mother

  • Cotton shirts or gowns, suitable for breastfeeding

  • One comfortable daytime outfit that fits at 6 months of pregnancy (for going home)

  • Robe, slippers and two pairs of socks

  • Toiletries, including toothbrush and toothpaste

  • Cotton underwear and nursing bras

For birth partner

  • Comfortable shoes

  • Change of clothes that are comfortable to sleep in

  • Toiletries, including toothbrush and toothpaste

For baby
Sacred Heart provides baby with long sleeved t-shirts, diapers and receiving blankets for use in the hospital

  • Cotton gowns or sleepers

  • One outfit for going home

  • Baby blanket

  • Car seat

Snacks you may want to bring from home
Sacred Heart provides meals and snacks to the mother around the clock

For mother

  • Gum or breath mints

  • Sour hard candies or lollipops

  • Electrolyte (sports) drinks

  • Popsicles

For birth partner

  • Jerky, nuts, power bars

  • Bagels or crackers

  • Other finger foods

Optional items

  • Favorite pillows (two to three)

  • Lip balm

  • Massage oil and tools

  • CD player and favorite CDs

  • Pictures, flowers, or other visuals (for a focal point during labor)

  • Video camera and videotapes

  • Long-distance calling card and a list of phone numbers

  • Camera, film and batteries

 

Sacred Heart
Medical Center

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