Checklists for UK families
Maternity and baby essentials, organised
Clear, room-by-room lists to help you prepare calmly, from the hospital bag to the first weeks at home. Start with what you need now, then add to the list as you go.
Three focused lists
Where to begin
Each list separates the essentials from the nice-to-haves, so you can buy with confidence and skip the rest.
Hospital bag
Trimester-by-trimester items for labour, recovery and the first hospital stay, including comfortable clothing, toiletries and feeding essentials.
First 48 hours at home
A short room-by-room list of what to have ready for those first days, covering feeding, nappy changes and simple comfort for both baby and parents.
Complete nursery setup
A fuller nursery list, with essentials marked separately from nice-to-haves, plus sensible budgeting guidance for first-time UK parents.
Matching your list to the right product
Once you have your checklist, compare the items in our in-depth buying guides.