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Home Maternity Labour and Birth What will I need to bring

What will I need to bring?

Our advice is that you pack your hospital maternity bag 2 weeks prior to when you're due to give birth. We have put together some suggestions below.


Please note that concessionary parking is available, please make sure to speak to your midwife during your stay in order to receive this.

For you

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For your partner

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For your baby

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You can also download the labour and packing checklist from Tommy's.
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