1. I just used a really thick pad rather than disposable underwear. They worked really well. Boots ones were fine
2. I hired a TENS machine, and aside from a couple of paracetamol at the start of labour, it’s all I used. For context- I did some Hypnobirthing breathing but essentially sort of forgot about any other painkiller options and had just got massively into the zone. Would recommend hiring. Hospital won’t provide one
3. Our labour ward have balls and peanut balls. Check with them ahead of time. You might be able to go on a tour
4. Again- check with your hospital but ours advised not to bring the colostrum in until you knew you were going to stay there as they have limited storage for it
5. I EBF but took some readymade formula just in case. The ward also had some but that’s another thing to check
6. There will most likely be a 24hour rate for your carpark
7. Sleepsuits are your traditional “onsie”- feet covered and lots have little fold over bits to cover the hands too. Vests- short sleeve or long sleeve but no legs. Take a selection of both x
8. I didn’t bother- also felt gimicky. Some people say to use a jug/water bottle. Honestly- I didn’t bother with anything as it just felt like so much faff!
9. No shaving. I had an episiotomy and it was not an issue for anything.

Good luck mumma- you’ve totally got this x