Mum & Baby Checklist

• Loose clothing for labour, such as a sarong, loose T-shirt or a baggy dress. A bikini top or sports bra can be useful if you’re going to use the pool.
• TENS machine for labour & music of your choice
• Maternity bras – a comfy and roomy maternity bra is a good idea. Your breasts may increase a bra cup size in the weeks after birth J
• Comfy underwear – high waisted and loose (size up) – these will accommodate maternity pads and provide more comfort after birth
• Comfortable breastfeeding friendly clothing such as button up tops JOpen fronts are great also and are perfect for all the time you’ll spend skin to skin with baby
• A dressing gown, PJ’s, slippers and your own pillow – simple comforts can help you feel more relaxed
• Lip balm, moisturiser, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, shampoo, conditioner, hair ties, your regular medication
• Drink bottle
• Wheat packs or hot water bottle – these can help soothe any aches and pains
• Snacks and food of your choice – HBC will provide māmā with all her meals and snacks but partners need to source their own meals. You will be provided with a fridge shelf space. We have a Nespresso machine if you would like to bring your own pods 🙂

• Your antenatal expressed colostrum, if you have any
• Baby blankets – you will be encouraged to spend time skin to skin with your baby, with a blanket over baby’s back
• Several pairs of clothes. A few outfits will accomodate any nappy changing accidents!
• Disposable nappies, if you wish to use these – HBC provide cloth nappies
• Warm hat and booties for travelling
• Natural fibres are recommended for babies. Polar fleece is not recommended as it doesn’t ‘breathe’
• Car seat

Phone Charger

Camera