what things do i need in my bag when i leave my home for delivery of my baby?

Answer 1

Clothes, night gown, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, undergarments, and other personal necessities.

Answer 2

A gown that allows for easy access for breastfeeding afterwards (they will put you in one of those paper gowns if you don't bring your own). Your own sanitary pads for the bleeding afterwards... they provide them, but find ones that YOU like.. Stayfree curves are good - the overnight ones. Your own shampoo and shower gels... YES you can take a shower afterwards!! Clothes to take the baby home in... and comfy, loose clothing for yourself... stretchy pants and a blousy top... nothing tight cuz you might be a bit sore. Clean undies... simple undies.. now is not the time for thongs. Shoes and clean socks. A magazine or two to read while that baby is sleeping... simple make-up (the basics) so you'll feel pretty when people come to visit. A hairbrush and maybe clips to put your hair up with (easier to care for!). Your own toothbrush and paste... even tho they give you these, sometimes it is nice to have your own. Also, lotion. Breast pads for leakage prevention (you can buy them at a drug store)... a bra that fits your new boobies (grin)... Check to see if they have a dvd player in your room (some newer hospitals do) and bring your favorite movie. This helps for distraction during labor.

Also, tell the nurses exactly WHO you will allow in the labor and delivery room. This is YOUR moment and you have the right to privacy. They are pretty good about being tactful if you don't want your mom, or dad, or brother, or high school basketball coach in the room while you are popping out a kid.

More importantly, what you should leave at home... jewelry, electronic devices (iPods etc)... anything you don't want to come up missing!!! The hospital probably won't let you use your cell phone, so write down the important numbers to call from your hospital room!!

Those are some of the basics - and remember, when you are in labor, you won't need any of this stuff... so maybe your husband/boyfriend/partner can leave it in the car until after the baby is born... there won't really be a place to put it until you are admitted into a hosp. room.

Enjoy the experience!! Have someone videotape the event (they can do this discretely without showing the private parts)... and especially videotape the baby while he/she is being cleaned up and all that stuff... it is stuff you miss when you've just gotten through with all the hard work. I videotaped my granddaughter's birth... and got pics of her actually smiling once she was all cleaned up and before she was handed back to mom... VERY cool reminders! And my daughter missed all of that cuz she was exhausted from delivery... she is so glad to have it now!!

Answer 3

Comfortable clothes ...maybe a jogging suit. I hated sitting around in pj's so thats what i wore afterward. A set of clothes and a diaper to bring the baby home in. Toiletries including some sanitary napkins. A book and a couple of magazines. Stationary and some stamps. Some change in case you need to make a phone call or buy something from a machine. A gown and slippers. A well fitting bra that is a bit bigger than you are wearing now....your boobs are humungous and sore so they dont want to be squished. You might need a few breast pads too. Hope you and the baby are well...good luck!

Answer 4

Well things have changed from my day but I would imagine the list of things required must be fairly the same.

Your own pajamas, for after the birth or comfortable clothing. Slippers you may have to walk off the contractions. Body lotion. and toiletery items such as shampoo, body wash etc.

Baby will need a sleeper I would bring 2 newborn and one 3 months as you don't know the size of the baby yet, and 2 because he/she might spit up when getting ready to come home. Blankets of course and if it is cold where you live a sweater and hat and bootie set (wool preferably). Don't forget the diapers some hospitals don't supply.

Bring a book or magazine if not for you then dad while maybe book of baby names and their meaning. Have a happy birth good luck Mommy

Answer 5

You CAN eat in labor if you discuss it with your caregiver ahead of time. As a matter of fact, you SHOULD eat and drink in labor. You wouldn't do any other Herculean task on an empty stomache! You need fluids and calories for energy! Most midwives ENCOURAGE their patients to eat and drink in labor. Talk to your doctor. Then pack snacks!!!!! Protein shakes, granola bars, fresh fruit, crackers, Jello, Gatorade, etc.

several pairs of warm socks - slipper socks are great (the floors may be cold and you could leak some stuff onto your socks when up moving about and may need to change them more than once)
notebook and pen
list of phone numbers
lotion or oil for massage
rice sock and ziplock bag (heat it in the microwave inside the baggie and then take it out and use it on your back or belly for relief in labor)
breast pads
Lansinoh
peppermint essential oil - can use it to prevent or quell nausea in labor
lavendar essential oil - relaxing - put a few drops on the rice sock
chapstick
basic toiletries
change of clothes - something loose that will fit afterwards and make sure you can nurse easily in it
copy of your birthplan signed by your doctor
camera
extra batteries/film/memory cards

Answer 6

Your most comfortable clothes - baggy pants, thin but warm shirts easy to lift up and nurse in, comfy nursing bra, big-old-lady panties (don't worry, you won't wear them forever, but you'll be glad you have them in the hospital, especially when using those mondo pads), warm socks, a teeny-tiny baby outfit (super warm if you are delivering in the winter), shampoo, conditioner, your most favorite shower gel, a brush, something to keep your hair back, TOOTHBRUSH, TOOTHPASTE, maybe a phone list of people you want called with the good news, a copy of your birth plan stating all your wishes (don't worry if you change your mind about some of your choices, most women do, just have it so your doctor will know where you are coming from). Think comfortable, you won't care much how you look. Overpack - who cares if you don't use it - at least you'll have it if you need it! I honestly didn't use half of what was in my bag, but I did use what I've listed here.

Answer 7

A good robe, slippers, 2 nursing bras, a few pairs of panties and socks, 2 or 3 night gowns that are loose, a travel set with toothbrush, shampoo, toothpaste, etc., an outfit for the baby to go home in. My baby weighed 10lbs so the outfit provided by hospital didn't fit her so you might want to bring a few comfy outfits for your baby's stay. Also bring a baby blanket. I went home wearing my robe and slippers. Good luck!

Answer 8

I would recommend the following, all of which I used when I delivered my child: blankets, diapers, nursing pads (if planning on nursing), bottles (if planning on bottle feeding), a couple of outfits for your little one (sleepers, an outfit for pictures), a comfortable outfit for yourself to wear home after delivery, a pillow (if you're attached to one from home), a couple baby blankets, slippers, any emergency medical information (insurance cards, IDs, etc.), a disposable camera...
These are the things I couldn't have lived without when I went in for delivery...

Answer 9

All the stuff the rest of them told they are all imp. But I feel u slould also take a nusing pillow for breast feeding it will come handy espicially if u r having a C-sec. I like the Mybrestfriend nursing pillow. But buy this pillow if u plan to continue feeding for a long time(which I would suggest is the best way to go).There r many pillow options research before buying find u r best fit.

Answer 10

my sis in law is due on the 25 of this month and she has slippers for her to move around in while she there, she has clothes for her including button up stuff so easier to get in and out of she has cotton underwear for after. She has some magazines to keep her busy she also brought some things to soe while she is there. She has her babys first footprint book and stuff like that. She also bought some newborn diapers that are for babys ambilical cord. Most of all you need a bundle of love congrats.

Answer 11

Truthful Answer? Not a whole lot! I packed EVERYTHING the book "your Pregnancy week by week" said to...and all I used was my hair brush, my toothbrush, toothpaste and a set of clothes to wear home (Pack maternity clothes!!! Your baby "fat' wont go away overnight! It'll go away though!), if nursing.. nursing bra and pads. Most hospitals carry everything you need! There is no need to pack magazines/books because there is NO time for reading! Pack your hubby a change of clothes too!!! And what your baby will be wearing home and/or what it will be wearing for its 1st pics. (I used what he was waering home to save room)and a blanket!!!! DO NOT FORGET THAT!!!! Hope this helps!!!