The birthing supplies that a pregnant woman and her family should be advised to prepare before the delivery are listed below:

• Very clean cloths to put under the mother and for drying and covering the newborn

• New razor blade to cut the cord

• Very clean and new string to tie the cord

• Soap, a scrubbing brush and (if possible) medical alcohol for disinfection

• Clean water for drinking and for washing the mother and your hands

• Three large buckets or bowls

• Supplies for making rehydration drinks,  or tea

• Flashlight if there is no electricity in the area.