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Free child's hospital stay

Packing for a child's hospital stay, plus what you'll need if you're staying with them, and the arrangements at home. Follow the hospital's rules on medicines, food, visiting and who can stay overnight.

For your child

• Pyjamas
• Clothes for going home
• Slippers
• Comfort toy
• Comfort blanket if allowed
• Books and small games
• Tablet, headphones and charger
• Toothbrush and toothpaste

For you

• Change of clothes
• Toiletries
• Phone charger with a long cable
• Snacks and drinks
• Your own regular medicines
• Card or money for parking and food
• Ask about overnight facilities for parents

Documents

• Appointment letter
• Medicines list
• Allergy information
• Child's health record if you have one
• Check the hospital's instructions about your child's medicines

At home

• Arrange care for other children
• Tell the school or nursery
• Arrange pet care
• Tell work

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