The Complete Hospital Maternity Bag Checklist

Hospital bags must be securely staged and placed by the doorway starting at Week 35.

Mother’s Principal Bag

• Antenatal Health Records / Pink Book.
• Official Identification & Guarantee Letters (GL).
• Heavy-duty Maternity sanitary pads.
• Warm socks and a cardigan for hospital air-conditioning.
• Button-down nursing gowns or comfortable discharge garments.
• Disposable maternity panties.

Newborn’s Care Kit

• 4-5 sets of long-sleeve onesies, mittens, and booties.
• Newborn-sized disposable diapers.
• Nappy rash cream and wet wipes.
• Soft bath towels and swaddle cloths.

Partner’s Utility Pack

• Smartphones, chargers, and high-capacity power banks.
• Energy snacks, bottled water, and a fresh change of clothes for standing by in the delivery ward.