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Here’s a list to get you started. It’s best to leave any valuables like cash and jewellery at home.  \nFor you  \n􀂆 a copy of your birth wishes  \n􀂆 Alberta Personal Health Card and other insurance cards  \n􀂆 your Prenatal Health Record—if given to you by your health care provider  \n􀂆 housecoat, slippers, pyjamas or other comfortable clothing—many women choose to wear the hospital gowns  \n􀂆 3 pairs of maternity underwear  \n􀂆 2 nursing bras  \n􀂆 unscented lotion, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant and shampoo  \n􀂆 1 package of long feminine pads for heavier flows  \n􀂆 cell phone and charger, or coins for the payphone and any phone numbers you may need  \n􀂆 loose-fitting clothing to wear home—you’ll probably still be wearing your maternity clothes  \n􀂆 black pen to fill out forms  \n􀂆 a water bottle with your name on it  \n􀂆 your blood glucose monitor if you have one  \nIf you’re a partner or support person  \n􀂆 change of clothes, comfortable footwear  \n􀂆 bathing suit to give support in the shower  \n􀂆 toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant and other personal supplies  \n􀂆 drinks and snacks for both of you—you may not be able to leave to go get food  \nFor your baby  \n􀂆 1–2 receiving blankets  \n􀂆 1–2 undershirts  \n􀂆 1–2 sleepers  \n􀂆 1 package of newborn diapers  \n􀂆 1 hat  \n􀂆 laundry bag or plastic bag for dirty clothing  \n􀂆 baby clothes for going home  \n􀂆 rear-facing car seat  \nOther labour comfort supplies  \n􀂆 lip balm or mouth spray  \n􀂆 sugar-free mints or hard candies to keep your mouth moist  \n􀂆 something to focus on like a picture  \n􀂆 music—electronics and a charger  \n􀂆 massage tools such as a tennis ball, unscented oils or lotions  \n􀂆 extra pillows—with bright or patterned pillowcases, so they do not get mixed up with the hospital ones  \n􀂆 birth ball—if you plan to use one  \n􀂆 warm socks and slippers or comfortable shoes  \n􀂆 camera—ask permission from health care providers before taking their picture  \n􀂆 a list of comfort techniques that you want to use  \n© 2023, Alberta Health Services, Promoting Health  \nThis material is intended for general information only and is provided on an “as is”, “where is” basis. Although reasonable efforts were made to confirm the accuracy of the information, Alberta Health Services does not make any representation or warranty, express, implied or statutory, as to the accuracy, reliability, completeness, applicability or fitness for a particular purpose of such information. This material is not a substitute for the advice of a qualified health professional. Alberta Health Services expressly disclaims all liability for the use of these materials, and for any claims, actions, demands or suits arising from such use.  \n[healthyparentshealthychildren.ca](healthyparentshealthychildren.ca) because they don’t come with a manual","cbCaittLDXU5jCy7","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaittLDXU5jCy7","pdf",124586,"English","# For you\n# If you’re a partner or support person\n# For your baby\n# Other labour comfort supplies","[{\"question\":\"What should you bring for the birthing person at the birth centre?\",\"answer\":\"Bring your birth wishes, health card and records, comfortable clothing (including maternity underwear and nursing bras), hygiene items, long feminine pads, a phone/charger, and items like a water bottle and a blood glucose monitor if you have one.\"},{\"question\":\"What supplies are recommended for a partner or support person?\",\"answer\":\"Pack change of clothes, comfortable footwear, bathing items for the shower, personal hygiene supplies, and enough drinks and snacks since leaving to get food may not be possible.\"},{\"question\":\"What items should you prepare for your baby to take home and for the stay?\",\"answer\":\"Include receiving blankets, undershirts, sleepers, newborn diapers, a hat, a laundry bag for dirty clothes, baby clothes for going home, and a rear-facing car seat.\"}]","Packing list for the birth centre | PDF",1790539597]