Hospital bag checklist for Singapore: a printable list and what each hospital supplies

A hospital bag checklist for a Singapore delivery is shorter than most lists online, because your hospital already supplies a lot. KKH gives every mother nursing-friendly pyjamas, towels, toiletries, maternity pads, disposable panties and waterproof sheets, plus diapers and wet wipes for the baby. Parkway East and Mount Elizabeth say their maternity packages include basic amenities, so you only need personal essentials, and NUH provides toiletries in its A and B class wards. What you can't improvise is paperwork: your NRIC or passport, your hospital's admission forms, any Letter of Guarantee, and the original receipts from your antenatal visits for your MediSave claim. Gleneagles suggests packing two to three weeks before your due date. Below is a printable checklist built from the hospitals' own lists, then a table of what each hospital says it provides, checked on 11 October 2026.

The printable hospital bag checklist

Tick as you pack, or press the button to print just the list. Every item comes from a Singapore hospital's own packing list or admission guide.

Pack in two bags if you can: a small one with documents and labour things that comes with you to the delivery suite, and a bigger one for the ward stay that your partner can bring up later. If you're still preparing, our birth plan guide covers what to write down, and our guide to epidurals and labour pain relief helps you decide on pain relief before the day.

What each Singapore hospital supplies

This is what each hospital's own pages say about supplies and what to bring. Inclusions depend on your room and package, so check your booking.

If a hospital lists toiletries or towels as supplied, you can leave yours at home, but many mums still prefer their own. KKH's pages differ on towels: its maternity page lists towels as provided, while its general ward page suggests bringing your own, so pack a small one if you mind. KKH's obstetricians also suggest picking the items you need from their list rather than bringing everything. To compare package prices, see our hospital maternity packages guide.

When to pack your hospital bag

KKH says "Do pack your bag two weeks in advance", Gleneagles recommends two to three weeks before your estimated delivery date, Mount Alvernia two to four weeks, and NUH a few weeks in advance. Babies don't always wait, so we suggest having the documents and labour bag ready by about 36 weeks, and the ward bag soon after. Keep both by the door or in the car boot. Our 36 weeks pregnant guide covers the other jobs that week, and our signs of labour guide explains when it's time to go. For everything else before the birth, browse our pregnancy and prenatal guides.

Pre-register early too. NUH runs pre-registration from 28 weeks, and its financial counselling between 28 and 32 weeks sets your deposit. Parkway hospitals let you pre-register any time after booking a package, which speeds up admission on the day.

Documents, MediSave and registering the birth

Two pieces of paperwork catch parents out. First, the MediSave Maternity Package lets you claim up to S$900 for pre-delivery care, but hospitals need the original receipts from your antenatal visits. Thomson and Mount Alvernia both ask for them on admission, so put them in the document folder.

Second, the birth itself. Since 29 May 2022, parents register a birth on the LifeSG app instead of at the hospital or ICA, and it must be done within 42 days. ICA charges S$18 for the registration and the digital birth certificate, which you then download from ICA's e-service within 90 days. Bring both parents' NRICs or passports so the details are to hand.

What you can leave at home

Most over-packing happens in the baby half of the bag and the toiletries. Here is what Singapore hospitals already cover, so you don't need to bring it.

Also leave the big bag with your partner. KKH says you'll likely spend your first hours in the delivery suite, so "try not to bring your bag with you, unless your spouse accompanies you"; your family can bring it up to the ward later. Partners' meals aren't included at KKH but can be ordered from the kitchen at a charge.

After discharge: your diaper bag

Once you're home, the baby half of the hospital bag turns into your day-to-day diaper bag: nappies, wipes, a changing mat, a spare outfit and a burp cloth. Restock it after every outing so it's ready by the door. For your own recovery at home, our postpartum essentials checklist lists pads, breast care and the rest. Our guide to the best diaper bags in Singapore compares bags, and our guide to baby swaddles and sleep sacks covers what your baby sleeps in after the first week.

Frequently asked questions

At how many weeks should I pack my hospital bag?

Gleneagles suggests two to three weeks before your due date and NUH a few weeks ahead. Having the documents and labour bag ready by about 36 weeks covers an early start.

What does the hospital provide for my baby?

Hospitals care for your baby in the ward, and packages such as Gleneagles' include newborn screening and vaccinations. You still bring a going-home outfit, a swaddle or blanket, mittens, booties, a cap and a car seat.

Does KKH provide diapers and maternity pads?

Yes. KKH lists diapers and wet wipes for babies, and maternity pads, disposable panties, pyjamas, towels, toiletries and waterproof sheets for mothers. Unused pads, sheets, diapers and wipes can go home with you.

Can I bring formula milk to the hospital?

Not at KKH, which doesn't allow outside milk powder for newborns for safety reasons. If you can't breastfeed for medical reasons, KKH provides ready-to-feed formula and charges for it. Ask your hospital about its own rule.

Do I need to register my baby's birth at the hospital?

No. Since May 2022, you register the birth on the LifeSG app within 42 days. ICA charges S$18, and you download the digital birth certificate within 90 days.

Do I need to bring towels and toiletries?

It depends on the hospital. KKH's maternity page lists towels and toiletries as provided, though its general ward page suggests your own bath towels; NUH provides toiletries in A and B class wards, and Gleneagles' single room includes towels and toiletries. Check your hospital's list.

Can I print this hospital bag checklist?

Yes. Press Print this checklist, or use your browser's print option, and only the checklist prints.