{"id":17147,"date":"2026-06-12T03:07:15","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T19:07:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/?p=17147"},"modified":"2026-06-12T03:07:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T19:07:19","slug":"final-week-pregnancy-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/welovesupermom.com\/blog\/final-week-pregnancy-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Your final week pregnancy checklist: Hospital bag,\u00a0labour\u00a0signs, and what comes next\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In the final week, your baby is now considered full term, which means labour could begin at any point over the coming days or weeks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For some moms, that’s exciting. For others, it’s equal parts excitement and nerves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that you don’t need to learn anything new right now. This final stretch is about making sure the practical details are in place, knowing when to seek help, and feeling prepared for the unexpected parts of birth and early parenthood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This final week pregnancy checklist covers what to pack, when to go to hospital for labour, what happens if birth doesn’t go as planned, and what to expect during your baby’s first few days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Final Week Pregnancy Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Before labour begins, make sure you’ve covered these essentials: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2713 Hospital bag packed
\u2713 Important documents ready
\u2713\u00a0Labour\u00a0ward number saved
\u2713 Car seat installed
\u2713 Birth partner aware of the plan
\u2713 Baby essentials prepared at home
\u2713 Transport arrangements confirmed
\u2713 Postpartum support\u00a0organised\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hospital bag checklist\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most hospitals in Singapore provide basic supplies during your stay, so focus on packing the essentials rather than overpacking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to pack for moms\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Important\u00a0documents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2022 NRIC, passport, or identification documents
\u2022 Antenatal records
\u2022 Scan reports
\u2022 Admission letter
\u2022 Insurance information
\u2022 Birth plan if you have one\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Labour\u00a0essentials<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2022 Lip balm
\u2022 Hair ties
\u2022 Phone charger
\u2022 Earphones
\u2022 Water bottle\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clothing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2022 Nursing-friendly\u00a0pyjamas\u00a0or nightgowns
\u2022 Comfortable slippers
\u2022 Lightweight cardigan
\u2022 Nursing bras\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Postpartum items<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2022 Maternity pads
\u2022 Disposable underwear
\u2022 Toiletries
\u2022 Nipple cream if you plan to breastfeed\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to pack for babies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2022 Going-home outfit
\u2022 Newborn and 0\u20133 month\u00a0clothing options
\u2022 Muslin swaddles
\u2022 Mittens if preferred
\u2022 Baby blanket\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to pack in a hospital bag for C-section recovery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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If\u00a0you’re\u00a0having a planned C-section, add:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 High-waisted underwear that sits above the incision
\u2022 Loose-fitting clothing
\u2022 Comfortable slip-on footwear
\u2022 Small pillow for abdominal support when coughing or moving\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udca1 Supermom tip:<\/strong> If you’re a first-time mom, keep your hospital bag packed by week 37 even if your due date feels far away. Most moms never regret being prepared early. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to go to hospital for\u00a0labour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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One of the biggest questions during the final weeks of pregnancy is knowing when labour is actually starting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact your healthcare team if you experience: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Regular contractions that are becoming stronger and closer together
\u2022 Waters breaking
\u2022 Heavy bleeding
\u2022 Significant reduction in baby’s movements
\u2022 Severe headache, blurred vision, or sudden swelling\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to call the hospital for contractions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Many healthcare providers use the 5-1-1 rule: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Contractions are 5 minutes apart
\u2022 Last for 1 minute each
\u2022 Continue for 1 hour\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If contractions meet this pattern, it’s time to contact your hospital or labour ward. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\u00a0you’re\u00a0ever unsure, call anyway.\u00a0You are never wasting anyone’s time by checking.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Setting expectations for jaundice in newborns\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the most common surprises for new parents is newborn jaundice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, many healthy babies develop mild jaundice during their first week of life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jaundice happens when bilirubin builds up in a baby’s bloodstream faster than their immature liver can remove it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does newborn jaundice look like<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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You may notice: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Yellowing of the skin
\u2022 Yellowing of the whites of the eyes
\u2022 Increased sleepiness\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jaundice often becomes noticeable between days two and four after birth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Newborn jaundice and breastfeeding\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many parents worry that breastfeeding causes jaundice, but that’s not the case.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, frequent feeding helps babies pass bilirubin through their stools. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aim for regular feeds during the first week and seek support early if feeding is not going well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How long does jaundice last<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For most healthy full-term babies, mild jaundice improves within one to two weeks.\u00a0Your healthcare team will\u00a0monitor\u00a0bilirubin levels and advise if treatment is needed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to seek medical advice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Contact your baby’s doctor if:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Jaundice\u00a0appears to be\u00a0worsening
\u2022 Your baby is difficult to wake for feeds|
\u2022 Feeding is poor
\u2022 Wet nappies decrease
\u2022 The yellow\u00a0colour\u00a0spreads further down the body\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding G6PD deficiency in Singapore newborns\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As part of routine newborn screening, babies in Singapore are tested for G6PD deficiency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

G6PD deficiency is an inherited enzyme condition that can increase the risk of severe jaundice in newborns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The screening is done through a simple heel-prick blood test shortly after birth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your baby has G6PD deficiency, your healthcare team will explain what to avoid and how to monitor your baby’s health moving forward. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For most families, the diagnosis simply means being aware of specific triggers and taking extra precautions when needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to remember this week<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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At\u00a037 weeks\u00a0pregnant,\u00a0it’s\u00a0easy to feel like\u00a0you’re\u00a0waiting for something big to happen.\u00a0But right now, you don’t have to predict exactly when\u00a0labour\u00a0will begin or how birth will unfold.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ve already spent 37 weeks preparing for your baby. Trust that you’ve done more than you think. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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