Get ready with confidence
Practical steps to prepare for birth
From packing your hospital bag to writing a birth plan, here are the key things to have in place before your due date arrives.
Preparing for childbirth
Learn about the stages of labour, your pain relief options, and when to go to hospital. Antenatal classes and hospital tours can help you feel more prepared and confident.
Hospital bag checklist
Pack essentials for you, your birth partner and your baby well in advance. Clothes, toiletries, documents, and comfort items all make a real difference during your stay.
Birth planning
A birth plan records your preferences for labour and birth — pain relief, positions, and who you want present — while staying flexible for any medical needs that arise.
Choosing a baby name
Keep a short‑list of names you both love. You can even save the stories behind each name and your thoughts in your child's digital memory bank to look back on one day.
Emotional preparation for parenthood
It is completely normal to feel both excited and nervous. Talk openly with your partner, close friends, or a healthcare professional if you are feeling overwhelmed or low.
Printable checklists
Soon you will be able to download birth plan and hospital bag templates you can print and bring to your appointments.
Download templates (coming soon)