As the date of birth approaches, one of the issues that mothers think about is the birth bag.

The ideal time to prepare a maternity bag is from the 32nd week of pregnancy. However, this date can be different for every pregnant woman, as some are at risk of preterm birth, while others may be late. Therefore, taking into account the progress of pregnancy and the recommendations of your doctor, it would be more appropriate to determine the time of preparation of the birth bag.

Early preparation can allow you to take action against unexpected events. Also, by preparing the birth bag early, you can focus on the birth process and avoid the last minute rush.

When preparing a birth bag, it is important to consider the policies and facilities of the hospital where you will give birth. Some hospitals provide basic necessities, while others may require you to bring more personal items. Therefore, it is best to contact the hospital and find out what is required when preparing a birth bag.

Another important point that should not be forgotten is to take into account the needs of the mother and the baby when preparing the birth bag and to ensure that the items in the bag are correct and complete.

We have collected the must-have items in your maternity bag for you.

Maternity bag for mom;

• Pregnancy certificate and health card
• Hospital documents
• Sanitary pad
• 5-10 pieces of underwear, house shoes
• Socks
• A few pairs of pajamas or nightgowns for easy breastfeeding
• Shawl/robe
• A few towels
• Comfortable clothes to wear when leaving the hospital
• Personal care items should be included in the bag. In addition, according to the area of ​​interest, equipment such as a camera, books, and a device for listening to music can be added, which will relax the mother and make it easier to spend time in the hospital.
• Charger
• Dairy products
• Blanket, pillow upon request

The hospital bag you prepared for the baby;

• Overalls
• Tight body
• Gloves, jackets, vests or cardigans
• Socks
• Bath towel
• Hat
• Thick blanket suitable for the season
• Bottle and pacifier
• Diaper towel
• Diaper
• Wet wipes
• Baby powder
• Baby shampoo is one thing you should not forget.

If you put your birth bag in an easy-to-reach place after you've prepared it, you'll avoid forgetting the bag in the excitement of giving birth. You can add the materials that come to your mind during the day to your list and personalize your bag, and once your bag is complete, you can start waiting for that beautiful day when you will meet your baby 🙂