Packing List – Pregnancy, Birthing and Newborn Centre

Required identification:
- BC Care Card (Medical Services Plan Card)
- Government issued photo identification such as driver’s license or passport
Baby’s Best Chance: Parents’ Handbook of Pregnancy and Baby Care. Bring your own copy to use. We refer to this book when we go over what you need to know before going home.
Any items of cultural/spiritual significance
Camera and video camera
Music and music player
Slippers or shoes
Housecoat
Extra pillows
Underwear
Personal care products such as shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant
Sanitary napkins or maxi pads. Bring enough for your hospital stay and your trip home
Loose fitting clothes to wear home

Diapers for going home
Baby clothing for going home
Two receiving blankets
A blanket to go home
A baby car seat – Canadian motor vehicle safety standard approved. The car seat needs to be for a newborn and the right size for your baby. Please put together your car seat and learn how to use the car seat before taking your baby home.

Pajamas
Housecoat
Slippers or shoes
Snacks and food – there is a refrigerator for you to store food. Make sure that you label and date your food. Be SURE to take any leftovers home with you.
Sleeping bag
Pillows
Bathing suit – for use in the shower or bath during labour
Personal care products – such as shampoo, toothpaste, tooth brush, deodorant