All first-time parents try to study “what to expect” and prepare for the arrival of their first-ever munchkin. But even the most forward-thinking parents are bound to have some unexpected experiences, and even some unanticipated reactions to things they totally knew were coming.

They’ve readied themselves and the home for the big day as best they can. In some cases, you’d think new parents were preparing for a trip to the moon. In a poetic sense, they are.

Moon trip or not, the most often overlooked thing is an emergency kit. I live in Los Angeles, and though it’s famous or infamous for its earthquakes, there are any number of emergency situations or disasters that make a family emergency kit a no-brainer.

The single hardest thing about putting one together is, honestly, JUST STARTING!

It’s really actually so ridiculously easy to do. With a guide like ReadyLA.org, and everything you could need just a mouse click order away (or in your home already), it’s really embarrassing how long it gets put off. Or simply never gets done.

Whether you’re expecting, have 12 kids, or none, go to ReadyLA.org and see how easy it is to get yourself and your family ready.

You can also text NOTIFYLA (one word) to 888-777 for L.A. emergency updates.