My due date is in 3 days. I have my hospital bag packed but I want to be 100% sure that I have everything that my baby and I will need. Every time I go to the doctor I forget to ask him what the hospital provides you with and what you need to bring yourself. If anyone could give me some advice I would really appreciate it! Thanks so much!!
2007-03-23 17:14:32 · 18 answers · asked by gottabee_me 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
i found 2 websites...
Packing for Two
For Yourself
A nightgown or big shirt to wear during labor, although a hospital gown will be provided
Socks
Washcloths and towels
Slippers
A few nightgowns, pajamas or T-shirts and sweat pants (breastfeeding mothers might find loose-fitting T-shirts or nursing gowns most comfortable)
A robe
Several pairs of underpants
Large, self-adhesive sanitary pads (the ones provided by the hospital may be small and hard to use)
Soap
Shampoo
Hairbrush
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Any other toiletries, cosmetics or hairstyling equipment you want
Phone numbers for people you want to call
A telephone charge card (you usually can’t use a cell phone in a hospital)
Clothes to wear home (be sure they are loose fitting)
For Your Baby
Most hospitals provide the basics for newborns during their hospital stay: a knit cap, an undershirt, diapers and blankets. When it comes time to take the baby home, you’ll need your own things.
A receiving blanket
Clothes to wear home, including an undershirt, cap and socks
Disposable diapers (most hospitals provide these)
Bunting or a warm blanket if it’s cold outside
A car seat (if baby is to be driven home)
the second website......
Nightgown or clothes (nightshirt or long t-shirt to labor in)
Lightweight Robe
Slippers or extra socks
Pillows (2-3) - save for after birth and use hospital pillows for labor
Food and beverages for Dad or other support people; Food for mom if allowed
Labor tools (rice sock, happy massager, birthing ball, aromatherapy oils, etc. see Pain Relief Techniques for Labor for more information.)
Toiletries/cosmetics
Lip balm
Hard candies/lollipops
Gatorade or other energy/electrolyte drinks
Plastic drink bottles with cap and straw
Bottled water?
Breastfeeding pillow
Clothing for baby and diaper bag
Loose-fitting clothes for mom when going home
Digital and/or disposable camera (bring extra batteries)
Cell phone
List of phone numbers (family, relatives, support people)
Change for vending machines
2007-03-23 17:19:12 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
wear there gown during birth, bring old sox or sox you will not mind throwing away, or wear hospitals during birth because they could get yucky, bring clothes to go home in for you and baby, a baby blanket, a robe , slippers, and night clothes, bring your own pads if you don't like hospital ones, extra undies, a nursing bra, toiletries, a couple of outfits for baby, some that look small and some larger, you never know, weight is a guess until they are here, a pillow, note book or journal, change for machines, magazines or a book, a baby hat if you want your child to wear other then hospital, a boppy if you are breastfeeding, no sense even bringing bag in when you get there, you do not really need anything right away and chances are you will switch rooms 3 times before you need it, a lot of unnecessary work, just have hubby go get it from car after you are settled and baby is here, good luck
2007-03-24 00:32:40 · answer #2 · answered by melissa s 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
girl bring it all a camera robe house slippers tooth paste tooth brush shampoo conditioner body wash brush because the hospitals supplies suck .Make up is optional but people will be taking pictures. Also you never know how long you will be in if you end up needing a c-section so bring pants that an have an elastic waste band. Now for the baby a car seat , baby book a ,one blanket, and two outfits one for pictures and one to go home in. When they bring in diapers or pacifiers or formula stash it so they will bring you more get it free while you can and don't feel bad if you let the baby stay in the nursery at night it will probably be the last night of decent sleep for a while good luck
2007-03-24 00:24:53 · answer #3 · answered by schererwoman 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pack newborn nappies (you'll need a few as newborns poop all the time), lots of thick maternity pads, lots of black undies (because you usually get blood everywhere in the first couple of days). PJ's that undo at the front for easy breastfeeding. Normal toiletries including your own soap/wash as hospital soap is terrible for skin. Sensitive skin baby wipes. Some snacks because you'll probably be famished after you give birth & hospitals don't supply large amounts of food. That's all i can think of from my own experiences but i'm sure you'll get many other ideas from others.
2007-03-24 00:27:39 · answer #4 · answered by Mishell 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am due in 3 weeks, here is what i think u need: comfortable nightgown -maybe 2; baby layette and receiving blankets, warm socks ,nursing bra and pads,maxi extra long pads-hospital gives u some but just in case, clothes for you and baby for the trip back home, toiletries, favorite snacks , and for me a STRESS BALL OR TWO!
2007-03-24 00:21:43 · answer #5 · answered by fyne 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Comfortable shoes and outfit, pads (make sure their thick too), an outfit and carseat for your baby (not that you'll need the carseat with you in the hospital yet) but the outfit for when you get ready 2 take your new addition home. Good Luck & Congrats!
2007-03-24 00:27:32 · answer #6 · answered by tommi_ghurl_2006 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything you want...just remember you only have a certain amount of space in your room, especially if you have to share a room and remember that you will be gaining some things when you leave. But you and whoever is with you is ultimately the only ones who have to carry it so whatever you want to bring is up to you.
2007-03-24 00:49:54 · answer #7 · answered by tlc 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Announcement cards. This is a great time to do it because once you get home with the baby you will not have time. Also, a calling card to call your loved ones out of town.
2007-03-24 00:23:37 · answer #8 · answered by CyntInNC 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you dont want to wear hospital gowns -- any clothes you might want for walks or your own gown and robe
slippers or comfy shoes
hairbrush - shampoo ( the stuff hosp's give you is really cheap) toothbrush
babys clothes --special blanket
earplugs incase you get an annoying room partner
2007-03-24 00:20:47 · answer #9 · answered by m j 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bring your hygiene products,a night gown , under clothes, slippers,
robe,comb or brush,clothes to leave the hospital,
clothes for the baby,
2007-03-24 09:59:08 · answer #10 · answered by jojo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋