When the times comes to go to the birthing center or hospital, every mom wants to be prepared. The last thing you want to worry about is whether you’ve forgotten baby’s first outfit or snacks for Dad. Print and save this list of items you don’t want to leave home without — and add a few of your own! For Mom ____ Comfortable robe ____ Nightgown ____ Nursing bra and nursing pads ____ Warm socks ____ Slippers ____ Comfortable outfit you can wear home ____ Sanitary pads ____ Toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, moisturizer, lip balm ____ Hair clips, scrunchies, barrettes ____ Brush or comb ____ Toothbrush and toothpaste For Your Labor Partner ____ Change of clothes ____ Book or magazine ____ Toothbrush, toothpaste, and other basic toiletries ____ At least $20 in cash and change for snacks, phone calls, and so forth ____ Snacks or soft drinks in small cooler ____ Watch with a second hand for timing contractions For Baby ____ Car seat ____ Newborn hat ____ 2 receiving blankets ____ 2 “onesies” ____ 2 pairs of socks ____ “Going home” outfit — including sweater or bunting if the weather is cold ____ Diapers and diaper bag Documents ____ Birth plan ____ Insurance cards ____ Address book with phone numbers ____ Birth announcements and postage stamps Extras ____ Electric heated massager or tennis ball (very helpful for lower back pain or leg cramps) ____ Massage oil ____ Personal stereo and headphones ____ Favorite tapes or compact discs ____ Some books and magazines ____ Camera or video camera (and film and fresh batteries!) ____ Extra pillow ____ Gift for sibling ____ Hard candy to suck on during labor ____ Lanolin, if nursing ____ Cell phone Notes