Maternity:

What to bring to hospital

We recommend you pack your bag in readiness for the birth of your baby by 34 weeks.

For You

• Sleepwear and light weight dressing gown

• Comfortable casual clothing for day wear

• Comfortable foot wear

• Own toiletries and box of tissues

• Three packs of sanitary pads (maternity)

• Maternity bras and one box of nursing pads

• Health fund card, Medicare card

• Enough money for incidentals

• Pen

• Any current medication

• Consent forms (if you have not already returned these to your Obstetrician)

For Baby

• Baby Clothes - we suggest 6 singlets and 6 outfits suitable for frequent nappy changes

• An approved baby restraint already fitted to your vehicle prior to and ready for discharge

• If intending to have your capsule professionally fitted, or hiring a baby capsule, remember to allow 3 – 4 weeks booking time.

What NOT to bring

We strongly advise you not to bring your valuables (for example jewellery or large sums of money) to hospital.

However items can be lodged in the hospital safe.