Trimming fringes etc - I use Jakoti shears
Birthing kit (basics not a full itemised list)
<ul><li>Disposable gloves - <a href="https://www.beckysbeesonlineshop.co.uk/violet-nitrile-disposable-glove-1557-p.asp" target="_blank">purple with long cuff</a></li><li>Lubrication Gel</li><li>Scales</li><li>Harness</li><li>Iodine</li><li>Digital thermometer</li><li>Disposable paper towel (blue roll)</li><li>Pleated cotton wool</li><li>bucket</li><li>conforming bandage</li></ul> 
Three things to check
<ol><li>Feet</li><li>Fringes</li><li>Body condition score</li></ol> 
Three equipment essentials
<ol><li>Hurdles</li><li>Diary or wall planner (to double as a notebook)</li><li>A good sweeping broom</li></ol>

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