I am going into the hospital tonight and will be giving birth tomorrow sometime. I just wanted to know if any parents have any advice for me when I am in the hospital. Thanks
2007-01-31 05:42:25 · 18 answers · asked by Mother of two babies 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It's different for everyone. The one thing I wished I had done with my first one was to let the nurses take care of her overnight. They will bring the baby to you when it's hungry. It lets you sleep and you can feel pretty secure because that's what the nurses do every day. Also, when you get home, don't do too much. Order take out, use paper plates, and accept ALL the help that is offered to you. Don't do it on your own. It's tough. Good luck!!
2007-01-31 05:47:55 · answer #1 · answered by Angela C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Aside from everything that I'm sure you learned in your class, I would say...
1) Bring a large shirt that has some buttons buttons so you can nurse (like your husband's polo shirt) they might let you wear it instead of a hospital gown, so you don't have to worry about your rear end sticking out.
2) Bring a large container of juice. You get really thirsty, and the sugar helps keep you going.
3) Bring food! I know you can't eat during labor, but by the time they took my baby to be cleaned, etc. I was STARVING and they did not provide any food until the official dinner time.
4) Take naps today! It is hard to sleep in the hospital, and you will want to be well rested tomorrow.
Good luck! Congratulations! I hope everything goes really well!
2007-01-31 05:51:34 · answer #2 · answered by baby_savvy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you are about to embark on the most wonderful journey you will ever go on! Don't be scared. Remember even if you have never done this before the docs and nurses have. One thing I did not know was the nurses do most of the work. The doctor just comes in a couple of times to check to see how you are and then shows up in the delivery room. So remember to be nice to those nurses! Good Luck and Congrats!
2007-01-31 05:49:09 · answer #3 · answered by brandi from texas 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's going to hurt. I was shocked by how much. I had tattoos and piercing and thought that I knew what pain was. Plus my mom didn't even think she was giving birth she thought she had to go poo to say the least I was almost born at home. If you feel that the pain is too much ask for pain meds. Don't be heart set on things happen one way or anther because no matter what in the end your going to have your baby in arms. Good Luck
2007-01-31 06:01:39 · answer #4 · answered by lady_jane_az 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I brought a whole suitcase to the hospital with me and the only thing that came out of it the whole time were socks! You just need a change of clothes to go home in, shower goods, socks, and a camera and camcorder.
Also, get up and walk around as much as they will let you. Ask for pain medication sooner rather than later. Watch all those videos they bring for you early to get them out of the way.
Happy pushing!
2007-01-31 05:53:21 · answer #5 · answered by Heather Y 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are claustrophobic do not get the epidural. Ask for something else to take the edge off without making you not be able to feel your legs. Also breathe as slowly and normally as possible. If your doctor will let you get up and walk around or let you get up and try to make yourself comfortable, like being in a squatting position, I would definitely try that before any medication to ease the pain. The epidural will slow your labor down significantly. Good Luck!
2007-01-31 06:01:21 · answer #6 · answered by mommasquarepants 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think of you may only answer that question. it is your infant and your physique. in case you do no longer want an epidural then do no longer. whether I had a woman buddy who swore she grew to become into going to do all of it organic and broke down for the period of exertions and went with the epidural. I had 2 with epidural and that i'm 29 wks with third and that i ought to have an epidural. Why no longer try without epidural and you will continuously exchange your innovations if it gets to painful. endure in innovations, in case you wait too long each and every so often they won't provide you one, so which you will ought to be the choose while the time comes. Now, 39 weeks isn't too early and you're good nature will take this is direction. My sister grew to become into begging physician to set off at 39 weeks and that they does no longer. She ended up turning in 3 weeks previous her due date and this grew to become into her third. right it is the difficulty... while you're having the infant vaginally and the physician is suggesting you have the infant now. He could be looking out for you. in the adventure that your infant is fairly great he might hassle which you will have issues turning in vaginally and in case you wait longer then definite your infant is only going to get larger and make it harder. you ought to debate inclusive of your physician and make up your very own determination. Congrats and the terrific of success.
2016-09-28 05:57:11 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't really have any advice, but I would like to say Congratulations AND GOOD LUCK. I am 36 weeks along with my first and I can't wait to get this kid out of me. It seems as if the time is just creeping along and won't go fast enough.
2007-01-31 06:11:40 · answer #8 · answered by **hope/faith**1744 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm assuming you are having an induction, so I would suggest taking a few movies, some cards, some snacks and maybe your own pillow. And take a camera, too.
Be sure to ask questions about anything you feel uncomfortable about and have fun.
Your baby is only born once and it can be unforgettable!
2007-01-31 05:48:04 · answer #9 · answered by mlcacek 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stay calm. The calmer you are the easier it was. Stress only makes pain worse. Get some sleep, once you are ready you don't want to be all tired out.
2007-01-31 05:47:29 · answer #10 · answered by The Invisible Woman 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋