I’m at my second NCT antenatal class (we’re learning all about pain management during birth) when another mum-to-be leans over and asks if I’ve started packing my hospital bag yet. I look at her ...

We’ve all had nightmares — or seen movies — where you feel those first labor pains, tell your husband it’s time and rush to the hospital without the all-important “hospital bag.” We also know that ...

Take a Cord Blood Banking Quiz. Get matched with an Authorized Partner. Preparing a hospital bag is a crucial aspect of getting ready for your baby's arrival. Packing a properly organized bag you can ...

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Going to a hospital is inherently stressful, whether it’s an emergency situation, a series of tests or elective surgery. Properly preparing for your hospital stay helps alleviate stress. Understanding ...

Preparing to give birth is equal parts terrifying and exhilarating. There’s so much that’s out of your hands: When exactly do contractions start? Or how many hours of pushing—two or 10!—before the ...

Spending significant amounts of time in hospital can be emotionally and physically demanding, but taking some home comforts with you may help you to feel more relaxed and at ease. I have spent my ...

WHEN you’re expecting your first child, getting your hospital bag ready can feel a little overwhelming – especially when you also have prams and cots to buy, and baby brain is kicking in. Whether ...