Planning for birth

Health care proxy

All people who go to a hospital are offered a health care proxy. This is a person who can decide about your care if you are not able to make decisions due to a physical or mental problem (such as being unconscious). Read the health care proxy form. Think about whom you trust to decide for you. You can fill out a health care proxy form and give it to your provider.

What to pack when you go to the hospital

• A car seat
• Lip balm and hair ties
• Pajamas, robe, slippers
• Several sets of spare underwear
• A change of clothes to wear home
• Comfortable support bra or nursing bra
• Toothbrush, deodorant, soap, and lotion
• Clothes for your baby
• A camera if you want to take pictures
• Music or music player
• Charger for your phone