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Information for
patients

Information for patients

If you have any questions not covered in this section, please contact our customer relations team on +44 (0)20 3311 7700.

What should you bring with you?

Your hospital bag

nightwear
dressing gown
bedroom slippers
toiletries (including flannel, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush)
outdoor clothes for leaving the hospital
any prescribed medication

Your maternity bag

For you:

nightwear
dressing gown
bedroom slippers
toiletries (including flannel, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush)
sanitary towels
disposable underwear
breast pads
maternity bra
nipple cream
nipple shields
outdoor clothes for leaving the hospital
any prescribed medication
maternity notes

For baby:

baby vests
six sleep suits
muslin squares
scratch mittens/socks
hats and suitable outdoor clothes in keeping with the weather
blanket or shawl
nappies
formula if you choose to bottle feed (limited brand choices available within the ward )

For the journey home:

car seat (please ensure you can correctly fit this in advance)

Optional extras

something to read
drinks and snacks
music of your choice, including appropriate music system
camera/video to record your special day

We recommend you do not bring valuables with you but we do offer a room safe for your peace of mind.