so far i have the following
a few outfits for my baby
a blanket for her ( live in wisconsin, its cold here)
the diaper bag, fully loaded, just in case
toothbrush/paste
a nightgown
comfy outfit to go home in for myself
chap stick
hair tie
hair brush
camera
camcorder
undies of course
nursing bra
anything else i should bring?
i feel like im forgetting somethings
2007-02-23 14:27:08 · 27 answers · asked by natalie rose 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
You need to have things packed for you while in labor.
Music, movies, and so on.
Ash
2007-02-23 14:30:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd bring a couple of blankets - we used more than one b/c they got soiled. Maybe a magazine or book for you, perhaps an address book with phone numbers and a phone card, if needed. Slippers & robe are a must for you. Don't forget they will come & take your baby's pic in the hospital - you want a special outfit for that, also a special outfit to come home in for the baby. Oh and don't forget diapers & pads, tho most hospitals supply some.
2007-02-23 14:36:04 · answer #2 · answered by sweet pea 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always packed tennis balls. The are great if you have back labor. Your coach can use them to massage (quite firmly) your back. It really helps. A baby book. I took the time to record the gifts I received in the Hospital. Does the baby outfit have a hat? Another Wisconsin Mom. Best of luck. Don't forget to set the carseat out so Dad can grab it to pick you both up. I didn't wear my own nightgown right away. I saved it until I had visitors.
2007-02-23 14:35:58 · answer #3 · answered by Dusie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You will need a favorite hard candy to suck on because your mouth will get dry. Also try taking something to focus on when your having contractions. IE a baby picture, a picture of someone crossing the finish line, whatever will represent the end of a successful birth. Also your panties should be briefs because they will be more comfortable to wear. To make the labor less boring take some cards or crosswords or even a travel game of some kind. Something that makes you laugh will help with the discomfort. Good Luck!
2007-02-23 14:55:54 · answer #4 · answered by platinumlady 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a few outfits for my baby Tee shirt is about all a newborn needs
a blanket for her ( live in wisconsin, its cold here) Hosptial nurserys are plenty warm baby doesn't need an extra blanket...I spent 18 winters in Central New York it STAYS cold there 6 months out of the year.
the diaper bag, fully loaded, just in case what for? They have diapers at the hospital and will provide everything else you will need...that's what your insurance is paying for.
toothbrush/paste
a nightgown
comfy outfit to go home in for myself
chap stick
hair tie
hair brush
camera Oh yeah like you're going to feel like taking pictures...
camcorder Uh huh like you're going to look like Paris Hilton after having a baby?
undies of course...LOL
nursing bra
2007-02-23 14:46:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would use the hospitals oh so fashionable gowns, unless your nightgown is one you don't mind throwing away.
Snacks for after pregnancy, any drinks that you can see through for labor, you might get a bit thirsty.
And definately overnight pads with wings, some hospitals have pads without wings. They are so cheap!
Slippers with traction, hospitals floors are cold. Or even flip flops.Your favorite pillow, hospitals pillows have very little stuffing, just be careful just to lean on that pillow, you don't want to stain it. It's nice to have things from home, you'll be there atleast two days. Congratualtions and goodluck!
2007-02-23 14:38:45 · answer #6 · answered by beanie_babymama 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A car seat for the baby. If you plan on breast feeding,Take a breast pump with you, and have the nurses teach you how to use it. OUr hospital gave me most of everything on your list, including the diaper bag. a small pillow, roll, rice pack that you can heat up in the microwave for your back might help.
2007-02-23 14:39:59 · answer #7 · answered by mischa 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A snowsuit for her to go home in, a special outfit for her to get her hospital pictures taken in. Just about everything else (besides your own clothes) should be provided by the hospital.
2007-02-23 14:39:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A book or avrossword book would come in handy for after the birth. A cell phone maybe. Pad and paper to take notes on things f you want, or just to doodle.
2007-02-23 14:33:00 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
pads cause the ones at the hospitals usually are like dieapers buy the brand you like in overnites for the first few days. a good support bra cuz your chest will swell and some ice packs to help with the swelling if your not breast feeding.
2007-02-23 14:32:23 · answer #10 · answered by Catie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had my baby 6 days ago and the things i was glad i packed - was a face washer as the hospital didnt supply and maternity pads.
2007-02-23 15:59:37 · answer #11 · answered by Boo Boo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋