what should I pack in the hospital bag? how can I prepare myself for labour?
Nurturing Mums shares its tips to help you prepare for your baby’s birth

Nurturing Mums has been running popular postnatal courses for 5 years. the 4-week postnatal course offers practical advice on sleep, weaning, first aid and baby development. new mums leave the course feeling more confident and supported, surrounded by a girl gang rallying around them. now in nine London locations and the East Midlands, the trusted company is continually looking to grow as more and more new mums value their refreshing approach, their non-judgemental advice and the opportunity to make friends. here, the experts at Nurturing Mums share a few tips for expecting mums.
Q: what can I do to prepare for childbirth?

Q: what should I pack in the hospital bag?
for mum
change of clothes (including underwear)
nightie (preferable to pyjamas)
dressing gown
slippers or flip flops
nipple cream
toiletries
nursing bras
mobile and chargers
hair bands
maternity pads
breast pads
snacks for labour
entertainment
for baby
3 x bodysuits
2 x scratch mits (if not integrated into sleepsuit)
cotton baby hat
3 x baby muslins squares/swaddles
8 x nappies
cotton wool
water wipes
baby sleep safe cellular blanket
bottles, teats and formula (if bottle feeding)
going home outfit
car seat
for partner
camera
toiletries
entertainment
snacks
coins for vending machines / parking
pillow and blanket
optional extras
high-waisted knickers (especially if you’ve had C-section)
lip balm
handheld fan
Q: what do you like most about your job?
for more information on what to pack in the hospital bag or postnatal practical advices please contact Nurturing Mums:
instagram - @nurturingmums
facebook - www.facebook.com/nurturingmums
email – lucinda@nurturingmumsuk.com
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