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You have surely already heard countless stories, opinions, and thoughts on the subject of birth, watched videos, or read reports. The topic is incredibly complex and you feel that you have to think of so many things. In this article, we would like to... Tips for your hospital bag and give you information about your hospital stay and answer all related questions. Feel free to download our free checklist here as well.

When should I go to hospital?

The most important thing first: If you are unsure or have unusual symptoms, be sure to contact your doctor or midwife, or make your way to the hospital immediately. 85 percent of all babies are born within a period of two weeks before or after the due date.

Your baby is no longer considered premature from week 38 of pregnancy. But even if your little one sees the light of day in week 35, try not to worry too much: by week 35, your little miracle is already well developed, and your doctors and midwives would probably not do anything to delay the birth.

You’ll notice that the time is approaching because of the lightening contractions. Around three to four weeks before the birth, the so-called lightening contractions begin. These affect the change in the baby’s position and the lowering of your bump. In general, you should only go to the hospital when you are experiencing labour contractions. These are more painful than normal pregnancy contractions. Pay attention to the frequency and duration of the contractions: If they last at least one minute on and step into a Interval of 5 to 10 minutes ...you should make your way to the hospital.

The hospital bag

The birth will not be long in coming, and you are advised to already packing the hospital bag. But what exactly needs to go in the hospital bag? Is there a Hospital bag checklist? When should I pack my hospital bag? All these questions are bound to come up for you. So try not to stress yourself out too much about it, because we’ll help you pack.

When should I pack my hospital bag?

Theoretically, you can start packing your hospital bag as early in your pregnancy as you like. However, you shouldn’t leave it too late. Especially before the birth of your baby, you’ll probably have more important things on your mind than the hospital bag, and of course, your little one might decide to arrive a bit earlier than expected – so it would be perfect if your hospital bag is already packed and ready.

In principle, we would about four weeks before the due date consider as perfect for packing the hospital bag. By the way, your gynaecologist usually calculates your due date (EDD) for you. If you want to calculate it yourself, this is how you do it:

Calculate due date:

1. Take the first day of your last period and add a week to it. If, for example, the first day of the last period was 1 April, adding one week results in 8 April.

2. Now subtract three months, count one more year and there you have your EDD (the expected date of delivery).

How long will I have to stay in hospital?

How many days you should pack your bag for depends entirely on the birth. After a natural, uncomplicated birth You already can, relatively speaking. leave again quickly. Most Women stay in hospital for 2 to 4 days.. After a Caesarean section you have to stay a little longer. Most of the time 5 to 7 days.

Which bag is suitable as a hospital bag?

Even if you feel you have to pack as much as possible in order to be prepared for to be prepared for any situation: Be sure to have a medium-sized travel bag or a small trolley suitcase It's definitely sufficient. It's nice if the bag or suitcase has inner compartments where you can organise your belongings. Wheels are also practical, so you can comfortably pull the bag behind you when Your partner is not immediately available or the Hands full with the baby carrier has.

What needs to go in the hospital bag?

Most expectant mums tend to take too much rather than too little with them. Try to to stick to your packing list and not to pack half the household. In an emergency, your partner can still bring you any missing parts.. Of course, it’s also important to bring along whatever makes you feel comfortable. So if you can only sleep properly with your favourite pillow, feel free to take it with you.

Hospital bag checklist

We have sent you the Checklists for childbirth Divided up. This way, you get a better overview and can also organise things in your bag accordingly.

Hospital bag checklist: important documents

You should always have your documents readily available. Ideally, you should have them all together in one folder and be able to hand them in as a bundle upon arrival.

Hospital Bag for Birth Checklist

For the When giving birth, the most important thing of all is that you feel comfortable.. The checklist is therefore not set in stone – perhaps you could also ask your midwife for some tips here.

Hospital bag checklist for partner:

Of course, the Birth was the most exhausting for you., but also Your birth companion will need a few things, to help you pass the time in hospital and to support you as best as possible.

additionally for a water birth

If you would like to have a water birth, it makes sense to bring a few additional items with you.

Hospital Bag Caesarean Section Checklist

Even if you have a Caesarean section have, can you take a few extra things with you, which will help you after the birth.

Hospital Bag Checklist for Hospital Stay

After the birth, you will probably have to stay in hospital for a few more days. For this, you should also have enough clothing and utensils with you. Of course, you won’t know in advance exactly how long you’ll have to stay. But don’t take too much with you: in an emergency, your partner or your family and friends can certainly bring you any items you’re missing.

Hospital Bag Baby Checklist

You hardly need anything for your little baby in the hospital itself, as even clothing is provided by the hospital. However, for the journey home you will need the following:

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