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The truth is that this list is probably far shorter than you may think, as many of the gimmicks and gadgets one can actually do without. However, there are many products available which can make parents’ lives a lot easier and, if you are financially able, you may choose to invest in these.  \nIf you are shopping for your first baby, remember that you will also use items for subsequent children, making it more worthwhile spending money on.  \nIf you live in a city area where you can easily get to a variety of stores you may choose to only buy items when you actually need them instead of in advance. Remember that whatever you buy you need to store, so keep your space constraints in mind.  \nLastly, some items are better to buy new (like a breastpump) whilst others one can consider buying second-hand (like a pram) . In the end, baby doesn’t mind!  \nHere is a list of items you’ll need in all the difference phases of having your baby to help you plan.  \nwww.babywombworld.co.za  \nFor Labour Day  \nPack these in a separate bag to take into the labour room so that you can easily reach what you need  \nMust-haves  \n All your paperwork for admission – ID documents, medical aid card, etc  \n A camera and batteries and cell phone chargers  A two pin plug (often not available when needed!)  \n Comfortable clothes to labour in; pick a fabric through which your birth partner can easily rub your lower back for pain relief  \n A gown to cover-up if you want to mobilise in labour  A bikini-top if you plan to use a birthing pool  \n Warms socks (many women complain of cold feet)  Your own pillow for x-tra comfort  \n A soft fleece blanket – hospital blankets are heavy and warm  \n A hair-band or elastics to keep your hair out of your face  \n An exercise ball (if the hospital doesn’t have)  Easy-to-sip water bottle  \n Caffeine-free energy drinks and some low GI snacks  Lip-ice  \nA wheat-bag to warm – this simple tool can provide wonderful pain relief when held against your lower back or abdomen  \nTwo face-cloths – one to wipe your face and one foryour body  \nA small bag with basic toiletries Linen savers (10)  \nMaternity panties (Carriwell)  \nMaternity pads (one pack) Pyjamas for after the birth  \nPerineal ice-packs – hand to staff to freeze when you are admitted so that they are ready straight after the birth; condoms filled with water and frozen work very well  \nHomeopathic Arnica tablets – start taking immediately after the birth for bruising and swelling  \nA basic baby bag – 3 clean nappies, buttock cream, a packet of wet-wipes, two soft blankets, warm socks and a hat, and one set of clothing in case mom and baby are separated and immediate skin-to-skin contact is not possible  \nNice-to-haves  \nMusic-you will need a playlist and Bluetooth speaker; if you have CD, check with the hospital if they have a CD player  \nCandles – buy electronic ones if the hospital doesn’tallow real flames  \nEssential oils – use these in a burner, put a few dropson a face cloth or mix into a massage oil. Try Lavender oil for relaxation, Rose Geranium for its balancing  \neffects or Peppermint oil to relieve nausea Your own towels (if you prefer)  \nMom’s Hospital Stay  \nPack for a 2-3 night stay in hospital  \nMust-haves  \nEasy-to-breastfeed pajamas (3 sets)  \nBreastfeeding bra’s Disposable breast pads Lanolin nipple ointment Linen savers  \nMaternity pads (at least 2 packs; from day 5-7 you can move over to normal sanitary pads)  \nBasic toiletries  \nCoarse salt for perineal sitz baths  \nA spray bottle – mix water with ½ tsp salt and 2-3 drops of tea tree oil to spray your perineal area  \nAn outfit to wear when going home  \nNormal comfortable clothes to wear during the day…that’s if you don’t want to be in pajamas all day  \nNice-to-haves  \n Something to read  \n A note-book for jotting dow","cbCaidx3Udg4jJBm","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaidx3Udg4jJBm","pdf",1120824,10,"English","# What You Need for Your New Baby\n## Must-haves: Labour Room Pack\n## Nice-to-haves: Labour Room Add-ons\n## Mom’s Hospital Stay (2–3 nights)\n## Baby’s Hospital Stay\n## Stay in Touch Wherever You Are","[{\"question\":\"How should parents pack for the labour room?\",\"answer\":\"Pack a separate bag with admission paperwork, comfort items for labour, optional birthing-pool items, warmth supplies, and basic personal essentials so everything is reachable during labour.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the key must-haves for a mother’s hospital stay?\",\"answer\":\"Bring easy-to-breastfeed pajamas, a breastfeeding bra, disposable breast pads, lanolin nipple ointment, maternity pads, basic toiletries, and items for perineal care such as coarse salt for sitz baths and a spray bottle mixture.\"},{\"question\":\"What items are recommended for the baby’s hospital stay?\",\"answer\":\"Prepare sets of clothing, receiver and fleece blankets, burp cloths, wet wipes and nappies, gentle skincare, saline nose drops, a small soother, a baby nail clipper, and an SABS-approved car seat for safe travel.\"}]","New Baby Checklist - Download | PDF",1790103395]