Hospital bag
Include:
a front-opening nightie (easier for breastfeeding)
comfy clothes (such as a tracksuit and T-shirts)
sandals or easy-fitting footwear
knickers and maternity pads for heavy bleeding after birth
nursing bras (at least two, as you can get sweaty in hospital and if your milk comes early your bra may get wet)
towels (take one or two - your partner can bring in extras if you're required to stay longer)
toiletries and cosmetics
breast pads (to absorb leaks of colostrum and milk)
phone card/coins (you can't use mobile phones in hospital)
magazines and books
writing materials
personal music player/radio
biscuits and snacks
favourite breakfast cereal
favourite tea bags
fruit juice/mineral water
nightie and nappies for the baby
Remember, you'll need clothing for you and your baby to travel home in, although someone can bring that in once you've had your baby.