As you anticipate the arrival of your baby, you will need to prepare and get things in place. The buildup to childbirth can be a hectic time, so it can be hard to remember to pack everything that you will need at the hospital for delivery. However, you don’t have to worry. This article provides you with a comprehensive list of items required during delivery in Nigeria.
These hospital essentials for delivery are meant to cater to your immediate needs during and after the delivery process. It also includes important items for the baby. It is vital to note down and get these hospital items for baby delivery in Nigeria.
What To Take To Hospital For Delivery In Nigeria
If you’re planning to deliver your baby in a private or public hospital in Nigeria, here is the list of items you need to get. We have divided them into things you will need yourself and things you need your baby.
Items for Mothers:
- Nightgown
- Medications and supplements you are taking
- Soft flat slippers
- Bra and nursing bra
- Massage oil
- Creams for nipple soreness e.g lanolin
- Breast pads
- Socks
- Underwear
- Snacks and beverages
- Clean wrappers
- Hair ties
- Olive oil
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Hairbrush
- Lip balm
- Vacuum Flask
- Cup & spoon
- Body lotion and deodorant
- Comfortable and loose-fitting dress to wear home
- Hospital bags (Buy on Jumia)
- Phone charger and power bank
- Phone list of emergency contacts
- Delivery mat (Buy on Jumia)
- Hospital admission card
- Pregnancy medical file.
Items for Baby:
- A comfortable outfit for baby to wear home
- Shawl or baby blanket
- Baby Towel
- Flannel Gown
- Methylated spirit and cotton wool
- Baby Wipes
- Baby combs and hairbrush
- Pacifiers and bibs
- Baby toiletries
- Soft sponge for baby
- Baby mosquito net (Buy on Jumia)
- Baby oil and Lotion
- Baby socks
- Umbilical cord clamps (Buy on Jumia)
- Infant mucus extractor (Buy on Jumia)
- Baby car seat (Buy on Jumia)
- Baby hat.
Other Items Required for Delivery in Nigeria:
- Spare cash
- Items that comfort you, such as prayer beads, a bible, a stress ball, and photographs.
- Books and magazines
- Cameras
- Music player
- Rechargeable fan.
Having this list of items required for delivery in Nigeria will ensure that you are fully prepared for delivery. You should start purchasing and getting them ready at least a month before your expected date of delivery.
We wish you a safe delivery and a healthy baby!
