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Printable guides for birth and recovery.

Clear, practical guides to print, tick off and take with you. Tell us where to send your copy and it's yours to keep.

First page of Hospital bag checklist

Before birth

Hospital bag checklist

What to pack for labour, the first days after birth and your support person, with a guide to when to seek help.

First page of Caring for yourself after birth

After birth

Caring for yourself after birth

What's common in the first weeks, a simple care routine, what to ask your midwife and when to seek help.

First page of Postpartum recovery planner

The first weeks

Postpartum recovery planner

Set up your home, plan your help week by week and keep your questions for your midwife or doctor in one place.

These guides are general information only. Always speak to your midwife, GP or child health nurse about your own recovery.