Since my plan is to give birth at a birth centre instead of a hospital some of the items in my hospital bag aren’t allowing in most hospital. ** Indicates the items that you would need to check on before using in traditional birth settings.

• 2 pairs of warm, nonskid socks that can get ruined
• A warm robe or nighty you don’t mind sacrificing to the cause ( I have a labour and delivery robe from Pink Blush)
• Maternity bras or  bra with no underwire and nursing pads
• Lip balm
• Toiletries and personal items (hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, face wash, makeup, shampoo, conditioner , Hair ties and lotion)
• Inspirational or calming music **
• Camera and camera charger
• Cellphone and Cellphone charger
• Comfortable going home clothes
• Birth plan (3 copies)
• Maternity underwear (or comfortable underwear) and heavy overnight pads
• Diffuser and essential oils **
• Snacks ** ( high protein/ high fibre and low in sugar) I made a couple different healthy muffins recipes and have them stored in the freezer
• Coconut water**
• Ener-c Packs **
• Cooler and Ice packs for bring home my Placenta (I plan to do encapsulation)

Depending on if you have a midwife or an OBGYN the hospital bag list my differ, however, most of the top point are pretty standard for either health practitioner and either birth place.