Download and print this checklist to help you pack the essentials for labor and deliveryThe process of childbirth where the body prepares for birth (labor) through uterine contractions and cervical dilation (opening) and the baby is born (delivery). . For a checklist on preparing for labor and delivery, read this Preparing for Childbirth Checklist
What to Pack for Childbirth Checklist
Your guide on what to bring with you to childbirth.
Reviewed on April 8, 2026 by Suzanne M. Wright, PhD, CRNA, FAANA, CPPS
What to bring to the hospital
Comfortable going-home outfit (similar to 6-month pregnancy size)
2-3 comfortable nightgowns that open in front (for easy nursing and medical care)
Bathrobe or button-up shirt (easy to remove for exams)
Comfortable slippers with non-slip soles
Underwear you don't mind throwing away
Bras (nursing bras are best)
Socks (several pairs)
Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant)
Hair ties if you have long hair
A backup pair of glasses or extra contact lenses
Phone charger
Entertainment (books, tablet, music)
Camera or phone for photos
Maternity pads (hospitals usually provide these)
Items for baby, such as: newborn and 0-3 month outfits (hospitals may provide these), going-home outfit in newborn and 0-3 month sizes, mittens and booties, swaddles and blankets from home (optional as hospitals may provide these), & pacifiers (if desired)
Items for your partner/support person, such as: change of clothes, snacks, toiletries, entertainment, phone and phone charger, and comfortable shoes
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