What to bring with you
To help you prepare for your stay at Queensway Carleton Hospital's Childbirth Centre, here is a list of some of the more common things you can bring with you to help make you stay more comfortable.
Things you will need:
- Comfortable clothing, sweater, housecoat, pajamas, slippers/socks
- Nursing bra and nursing friendly shirts (if breastfeeding)
- Breastfeeding pillow (optional)
- Breast pump if breastfeeding. (Breast Pumps are available for rent or sale in our gift shop)*
- Reusable water bottle
- Hot/cold pack*
- Nipple ointment*
- Female personal hygiene products (super/absorbency) 2 dozen
- Phone and phone charger
- Toiletries: toothbrush, toothpaste, lip balm, shampoo, soap, etc.*
- Personal electronics (iPad, Tablet, etc.) and earphones (optional)
- Snacks*
(*Items available in the Gift Box)
Things your partner or support person will need:
- Comfortable clothing, sweater
- Pillow and sleeping bag/blanket
- Toiletries
- Reusable water bottle
- Snacks
Things you will need for your baby:
- Newborn diapers (2 dozen)
- Baby wipes
- Sleeper, undershirts, onesies, etc. (seasonally appropriate)
- Socks
- Receiving blanket
- Soother*
- Pen to fill out forms
- CSA approved infant car seat with base installed in car. You do not need to bring this in until baby is being discharged (this is required to bring baby home)
In the event you need to use a breast pump, Medela breast pump kits are available at a cost on our unit with a pump to use while admitted.
Medela Hospital grade pumps are also available for rent in our gift shop. Breast Pump kits and a limited supply of Medela accessories are also available for purchase. Please call to confirm availability on discharge day.
If you are missing or forgot any items, many of these essentials can be purchased at our on-site Gift Box, which is open Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm and Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Gift Box hours subject to volunteer availability. Please call 613-721-2000 x2683