All you need for an emergency birth-a bulb syringe/hat/blanket kit, 2 pr of med sterile gloves, 2-30x30 deluxe underpad, 1 pr mesh panty and 1 large incontinent pad, plastic apron- You dont need to cut the cord, the placenta can be put into one of the plastic bags included and the large pad will get her into the hospital comfortably.