BIRTH SUPPLIES LIST | jackiewiebedoula

BIRTH SUPPLIES

See below for a list of commonly required home birth supplies. Each practice is a little different, but your midwife should provide you with a list of what you will need to purchase. Items on the list below are not all necessarily must-haves, but also options and suggestions. Links to purchase are provided.

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GENERAL

Waterproof Fabric Shower Curtain (to protect your mattress)

Woven Gauze Sponges, 12-Ply, 4 x 4 Inches, Box of 50

Avocado Oil (can be used as lubricant and for baby's bottom to prevent meconium from sticking)

Rubbing Alcohol, 16 oz. (for cleaning and sterilization)

Hydrogen Peroxide, 32 oz., Pack of 2 (for cleaning, especially useful to get any accidental blood stains out of fabrics or carpet)

Water Resistant LED Flashlight (to check things in a dim room without having to turn lights on, as well as if mom is in birth tub)

Incontinence Underpads (chux pads), 40 count (to protect all surfaces and make for easier clean up)

Postpartum Belly Band/ Binder/ Wrap (recommended for use after birth)

Epsom Salt, 19 lbs.

Disposable Underwear, Organic Cotton Cover, 8 count (You'll probably only need these for the first few days.)

Overnight Pads with Wings, Organic Cotton Cover, 8 count (These should be layered inside the disposable underwear initially.)

Overnight Pads with Wings, Organic Cotton Cover, 64 count

Turmeric Capsules (for after birth cramping and discomfort)

Cramp Bark Herbal Tincture (for after birth cramping and discomfort)

Small Portable & Rechargeable Fan (for during labor when you get hot)

HEAT PAD (for comfort in labor)

ELECTROLYTES

Jigsaw Health: Jar OR Packets

Redmond ReLyte: Jar OR Packets

Needed Hydration Support - Packets

BIRTH SNACKS

Protein bars, protein shakes, peanut butter toast, nuts/trail mix, cheese, fruits, hard-boiled eggs, yogurt with berries, kefir, hummus, bone broth, smoothies, honey