What to bring

When the time comes to have your baby, below you can find out what to bring with you.

What to bring to the hospital when having your babyDownload

Checklist for Mom:

  • Ontario Health Card and other Insurance information
  • Medications you take regularly in labeled pharmacy containers
  • Large sanitary pads; enough for three days and nights
  • Clothing for yourself (i.e. slippers, socks, nightgowns, pyjamas, underwear, and bra without an underwire)
  • Nursing pads for breastfeeding mom (optional)
  • Personal care items (i.e. toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, shampoo, conditioner, lip balm, etc)
  • Pens to fill out forms and for keeping track of when baby feeds

Checklist for baby:

  • Newborn size diapers (approx. 25 diapers), Wipes, Vaseline
  • Receiving blankets
  • Several pairs of sleepers and clothes for hospital and for going home
  • hats, mittens, and socks
  • Safety approved infant car seat – Please familiarize yourself with the car seat prior to discharge; your nurse is unable to give advice because every car seat is so different.

Checklist for Other:

  • Extra pillows (there is never enough)
  • Pyjamas, extra blanket and /or sleeping bag for partner
  • Breastfeeding pillow (optional)
  • Kleenex
  • Snacks for partner
  • Phone charger