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Packing a bag for labour

Whether you’re planning to give birth at home or in hospital, it’s a good idea to gather things together for your delivery beforehand.

Pregnancy is supposed to last about 40 weeks, but babies arrive when they’re ready so packing your bag in advance will help you feel prepared for your little one’s arrival.

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Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust runs a confidential secure text messaging service for parents of children aged 0-5 years called ChatHealth. The service operates Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm, excluding bank holidays. All texts will be responded to by a health visitor within 24 hours. Outside of the service working hours, you’ll receive a message back to inform you that your text will be responded to once the service reopens.

  • ChatHealth messaging service:

    text

    07480 635164
  • Family Centre Service (Health Visiting and Family Support):

    phone

    0300 123 7572

Should you require urgent health advice in the meantime, please contact your GP, visit an NHS walk-in centre or call NHS 111. For emergencies, dial 999 or visit A&E.

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Page last reviewed: 25-01-2023

Next review due: 25-01-2026