Tell me the list of things you need to bring your mother to give birth
What is the list of maternity supplies for mothers and babies? Dad should prepare to help mom with the necessary items when entering the last stage of pregnancy so that she doesn't have to worry and update when she goes to give birth.
Documents for the mother's birth
Consists of:
• identity card,
• Copy of household registration book,
• Health insurance card,
• Pregnancy check-up book and the most recent test and ultrasound documents…
This helps your doctor understand the health status of you and your baby. From there, come up with the most appropriate plan to make the birth process go smoothly.
Mother's Supplies
Paper underwear package: disposable, depending on use
Tampons: thick for the first day, medium for the next day, and daily
Feminine hygiene solution: You can use feminine hygiene wash, rose hygiene powder or buy fresh green tea leaves to wash the intimate area for cleanliness and ventilation.
Nursing bras: 3-4 pieces depending on use needs. Buy according to mother's weight size
Milk pads: Buy 1-2 boxes depending on your needs
Clothes to wear after giving birth: Should buy unbuttoned nursing clothes
Socks, hats: to keep mom warm
Breast pump: To stimulate milk if the mother does not have milk right away
Baby supplies
Clothes for babies about 5-10 sets depending on the weather and season
If using diapers: 1 set of diapers (10 pieces)
Diapers: 1 pack or depending on demand
Baby's dirty clothes bowl: 1 pc
Gloves, mittens: 10 sets
Baby hats: 5 pieces
Baby shawls/ blankets: 5 pcs
Bath towels: 3 pieces (buy 3, 4 layers)
Chiffon to cover your face when coming back from the hospital (should buy a white towel to avoid affecting the baby's eyes)
Overalls: 5 pieces
Multi-purpose cloth towel: 1 big bag, used to dip warm water to wipe, disposable, no need to wash
Dry paper: several bags
Navel band and alcohol: buy wherever you go. Buy by box, by jar
Tiny cotton swabs: for baby hygiene
Melaleuca oil: After bathing, apply it on the soles of your feet and chest to keep warm
1 box of infant formula, milk bottle, small stainless steel spoon, small cup, bottle cleaning tool and bottle cleaning solution (in case the mother has no milk or the mother who has had a caesarean section cannot breastfeed her baby directly) ).
Some other items such as: Cotton balls, cotton swabs, tongue sticks, physiological saline, diaper rash cream.
Dad's Supplies
Cash: depending on need, or ATM card in the wallet to be able to pay hospital fees and related expenses at any time. Prepare change to pay for parking when going to the hospital, buying drinks or other small things… This saves you a lot of time when you don't have to get your balance back.
Phone, power bank
Personal hygiene tools such as face towels, towels, toothbrushes, razors, shaving cream...
4-5 sets of clothes to change easily
Pain relievers, anti-colic drugs to use when needed.
Opt for a comfortable pair of sandals or comfortable shoes for quick and easy walking around the hospital
Bring a separate pillow (if necessary) so you can take advantage of a restorative nap.