I'm 30 weeks pregnant. When should i pack my bags for hospital and what will i need?

Question

I am going to a public hospital as a private patient. They say i need to suppy just abount everything except for linen for myself and the baby. Thanks

Answer 1

Go ahead and pack now! GOOD LUCK

For labor

• Your birth plan.

• Your insurance card and any hospital paperwork you need.

• Your eyeglasses, if you need any. Even if you usually wear contacts, you'll probably need or want to take them out at some point during your stay.

• A hair band and barrettes, if you think you might want them.

• Lip moisturizer.

• A bathrobe, nightgown, slippers, and a couple of pairs of socks. Hospitals provide gowns for you to use during labor and afterward, but most will allow you to wear your own clothes if you prefer. Choose something loose and comfortable that you don't mind getting ruined. You'll need to wear a gown instead of pants so that your practitioner can check your cervix. Choose a top with short, loose sleeves so you your blood pressure can be checked easily and so you can slip your top off easily if you want to change and have an IV in place. You might also want to bring your own slippers and robe for walking around during the early stages of labor. If you don't want to risk soiling your robe, you can ask for a second hospital gown to wear as a robe to cover your backside.

• Something to read, if you're so inclined. One husband we know spent the early stages of labor reading The Lion in Winter while his wife read The English Patient. "In retrospect, I should have brought the National Enquirer or Vogue — something trashy with pictures," she says.

• Massage oils or lotions, music, an extra pillow, whatever you need to help you relax. (If you do bring your own pillow, be sure to use a patterned or colorful pillowcase so it doesn't get mixed up with the hospital's.) You might consider bringing tennis balls or a rolling pin in case you have back labor and need them for massage.

• Talismans, a picture of someone or something you love, anything you find reassuring.



For your partner/labor coach

• Money for parking and change for vending machines.

• A few basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant.

• A change of clothes

• Some snacks and something to read during the early stages.

• A camera/video camera and film or tape or a memory card and batteries. Someone has to document the big event! (NOTE: Not all hospitals allow videotaping of the birth itself, but there's usually no rule against taping during labor or after the birth.)

• A bathing suit. If your partner wants to take a bath or shower during labor, you may want to jump in with her.

Postpartum


• A fresh nightgown.

• Snacks! After many hours of labor, you're likely to be pretty hungry and you don't want to have to rely on the hospital's food. So bring your own crackers, raisins, and granola bars.

• A nursing bra, breast pads, and maternity underwear, if you'd prefer not to wear the net panties they'll give you at the hospital. Chances are, whatever underwear you do wear the first few days will get stained, even with sanitary pads (which the hospital provides).

• Toiletries. Toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, lip balm, deodorant, and makeup, if it's important to you. Hospitals will have soap, shampoo, and lotion, but you might prefer your own brands.

• Your address book and prepaid phone card or cell phone. After the baby's born you'll want to call family and friends to let them know the good news. Note: Some hospitals don't allow cell phones to be used in the labor and delivery area, so you may want to ask about it ahead of time.

• A going-home outfit. Bring something roomy and easy to get into — believe it or not, you'll probably still look 5 or 6 months pregnant — along with a pair of flat shoes. The last thing you'll be worrying about when you go home is whether your outfit is fashionable.

For your baby

• An infant car seat. You can't drive your baby home without one!

• A going-home outfit (one-piece stretchy outfits are easiest) and a snowsuit if it's very cold

• A receiving blanket (a heavy one if the weather's cold)

• A pair of socks or booties

• A cap (although they'll usually give you one at the hospital)

• Baby nail clippers or emery board. "The hospital where my son was born didn't supply clippers for fear of liability, and as a consequence my son gouged his face before he was 12 hours old," says Jen Morin of Vancouver, British Columbia.

What not to bring


• Jewelry

• Lots of cash, credit cards, or any other valuables

Answer 2

I've done this three (going on 4) times so I have what I like to have at the hospital down to a science lol, here's my list (this is my actual check list copy and pasted from MS works):

For Me:
Insurance Info
Contacts/Glasses
Concact Solution/Case/Glasses Case
3 Hair Ties
Slippers (the old pair)
5 pairs of socks. (these tend to get messy during labor and I just HAVE to have my socks lol)
Book/Puzzles/Cards (nothing you have to consentrate hard on though, I usually buy a nice chilldrens puzzle book)
2 Bras
3 underwear
Toothbrush/toothpaste
Hairbrush
Deodorant
Chap stick
Important Phone Numbers (you could forget number you've know for years in all the hubbub, I did lol)
2 Shirts (for going home, 2 because you might leak)
2 Pairs of Pants (same as shirts)
Soap
Shampoo/Conditioner

For Dad (if dad is going to be there with you)
Money for food
Deoderant
2 Shirts (bring a complete change of clothes for dad, the birthing process can be messy for him too)
Pants
underwear
pair of socks
Snacks
Camera/SD Cards/Extra Batteries and charger (or film and extra batteries for a normal camera)
Toothpaste/Toothbrush

For Baby
Car Seat
2 Pacifers
Going-home outfit
Spare outfit
Snowsuit (depending on the weather)
2 Baby Blankets
2 pair of socks
2 Hats

Things like pads and diapers will generally be provided. But you may want to take some just in case. Also unless you want to ruin your pjs/nightgown I suggest using the hospital ones, you can ask for a 2nd gown to wear like a robe. Hope my little list helps :)

Answer 3

It would be a good idea to start now as you will always forget something and put it in at the last minute. make sure you have; underwear, maternity pads, nighties( in case you have a Cesarean, you don't want pants sitting on your wound), shampoo/conditioner, a brush, toothbrush/toothpaste, slippers (that you can just slip on without bending down), moisturiser, clothes to come home in, a magazine, some coins (for the pay phone or snacks) that's just for you!! For bubs you will need formula, bottles, sterilising tablets, bottle brush (if bottle feeding), a dummy or 2, a few singlets, bonds suits, nappies, wipes, powder, cotton balls, bunny rugs, bibs (for when you burp them) and baby bath. i think that just about covers it! hope you have a big hospital bag. good luck!

Answer 4

It is alittle early to pack up everything. But you will need to bring a robe, toothbrush, socks, slippers, if they allow it.. but a loose set of pj's, and a set of clothes to go home in.. something very comfortable. Nursing bra if you are going to breastfeed. Clothes for the baby to come home in. I packed a diaper bag for the baby. Diapers, onsies, pacifer, blanket, burp cloth, and some socks and a outfit. Good luck!

Answer 5

they are so helpful not...!
ok go get your self three mags on pregnancy they have in them what to pack for you and your baby here is a small list that might help
For the Labor Room
A radio, cassette or CD player and lots of music to help soothe and relax you – Bring a diverse selection – from classical to Grateful Dead to African drums to chanting; you never know what will work for you during the different phases of labor.
Other items for relaxation – Bring powders, lotions or oils for massage. If you find it soothing to have your hair brushed, tuck your favorite brush into the bag.
A camera and/or video camera – This is something you definitely don't want to forget. Though you won't look too glamorous, you'll later cherish the photos of you holding your baby for the first time.
Warm socks and/or a sweater – Many women complain of being chilled during labor, so bring something warm in case you need it.
A washcloth – Although the hospital might provide you with one, it's not a bad idea to bring your own.
Lollipops or other small candies – Sugarless lollipops won't make you too thirsty, but any lollipop will help keep your mouth moist and provide you with energy.
A snack for your coach – You need your coach to have plenty of energy, so pack a little nourishment. Also, bring a few dollars in change for vending machines. A coach who faints from hunger won't be helpful to anyone!
A list of telephone numbers – It's amazing how easily everything else is forgotten when your baby is placed in your arms for the first time, and you'll have plenty of friends and relatives waiting for the announcement.
A focal point – If there is an image you particularly like, such as a still-life painting or a nature photograph, bring it with you to focus on during labor. You may find that it helps you get through contractions.
Something for celebration! – Many hospitals allow champagne toasts after the baby is born. Label your bottle, and ask the nurse to put it in the fridge until it's time. Consider orange juice or sparkling cider if you prefer to avoid alcohol.
For the Hospital Room
In the hospital after labor and delivery, you'll need a few things for your hospital room, especially if you have an extended stay.


A sweater or nightgown – After a shower, you might want to wear something of your own rather than a revealing hospital gown. But be warned: Whatever you wear could end up dirty. You can at least bring a sweater to wear over your hospital gown to keep you warm.
Toiletries – While in the hospital, you'll have help with your baby. Take advantage of that help to take care of yourself. A few simple items such as lotion and mouthwash might make you feel more at home. Have a long shower and wash your hair. Brush your teeth and cover yourself in lotion. Put on deodorant to feel fresh. It's amazing how much better you'll feel when you're clean.
Sanitary napkins – The hospital will provide you with sanitary napkins, but you might want to pack your own. Many hospitals still supply bulky pads that require belts. Buy something comfortable and designed to handle very heavy flow.
A pillow and blanket for Dad – If your partner wants to stay overnight, he'll likely have a recliner or cot to sleep on, but linens are hard to come by. Bring some items to make his limited space a little more cozy.
Something to pass the time – If you like knitting, cross-stitching or playing cards, for example, bring your hobby with you. Bring a baby name book if you've left this decision for the last minute. Or start filling out birth announcements for relatives and friends. The time you spend in the hospital should be as relaxing and restful as you can make it.
More snacks – Hospital food is notorious for causing constipation. Packs of raisins, nuts or whole-wheat crackers will help keep you regular.
Going-home outfits – You'll still be sporting a sizeable belly, so don't pack those pre-pregnancy jeans just yet.
Car seat – You can't take your baby home without one, so don't forget it!

Answer 6

Babycenter.com has a list of what to bring to the hospital, and I am planning on packing my bags at about 36 weeks.

Answer 7

nicely me and my sisters weren't given robes to positioned on and have been informed to positioned on lose outfits like a saggy nightie so p.c.. some sparkling comfortable pj's for after. outfits for the newborn, shampoo, bathe gel (interior the united kingdom, you reside in wellness midsection approximately 3 days so which you will choose a bath/tub), outfits to flow abode in, sparkling underclothes, solid helping bras, nappies, wipes, your maternity notes, a digital camera. i grew to become into checked internally afterwards to substantiate each little thing it rather is meant again out had.

Answer 8

you should be completely packed by 35-36 weeks. you need pajamas, slippers, clothes to go home in, maternity bra, bra pads, formula and bottles if your bottle feeding(should bring it anyways, as some babies dont latch on good at first to breast feeding), baby clothes, diapers, lotion, shampoo, diaper bag, etc.

Answer 9

i would say about 4 weeks before your due date just in case

Answer 10

GO AHEAD AND PACK YOUR BAG NOW. YOU NEVER KNOW, YOUR BABY MIGHT WANNA COME IN AN HOUR FROM NOW.