What Is Needed at the Time of Delivering a Baby?

Many women deliver babies in hospitals, but some choose the option of a home birth. There are certain supplies that are needed at the time of delivering a baby, in order to have a comfortable and healthy vaginal delivery at home.

Labor supplies

Large waterproof drop cloths can be useful to protect the surfaces of the labor and birthing area. Also, women need large sanitary napkins for the bloody show during labor.

Comfort supplies

Items not necessary, but beneficial for comfort during labor include a birthing ball, massage oil for the perineum, and a birthing tub.

Birth supplies

When the baby emerges from the womb, supplies necessary include a nose bulb for suction, alcohol wipes, scissors, disposable gloves, and a shoe lace to tie the cord.

Postpartum supplies

Large chux pads (available at the drug store) cover the bed and protect it from blood. Plenty of large absorbent towels are useful, as there is a lot of postpartum bleeding during the first several hours after birth.

Newborn supplies

Warm towels to warm and dry the baby after birth are necessary. Also, diapers, clothing, and a swaddling blanket are useful.

References

• Home-birth-guide.com

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