What all should I bring and when should I pack it? I am 35 weeks pregnant now.
2007-08-06 14:49:03 · 18 answers · asked by angel l 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Pack it now just in case. You never really know for sure what circumstances will arise and you may have to leave quicker than you planned. Good luck & congrats!! :)
2007-08-06 14:52:22 · answer #1 · answered by Jessie C 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
think about it if you were going out of town for the weekend. bring a lose fitting outfit, pajamas, slippers, toiletries, husbands clothes, dont worry about the underwear because the hospital has disposable that will fit better for the pads you have to wear there. And a premie size outfit for the baby, its best to have a "just born" or a premie size, even though some clothes may say newborn, they will still be big, so look into that if you dotn have any clothes that size. But its kind odf like a weekend trip. If your 35 weeks, anytime between now and 37 weeks is fine. I didnt pack until my last week. but i knew i was goign to be late, i know my body. Good LUck and COngrats.
2007-08-06 21:56:21 · answer #2 · answered by Haley 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have some essentials packed already; at least 2 changes of clothes, some snacks, diapers, car seat, baby clothes, swaddling blankets, etc. The other stuff you use on a day-to-day basis, like deodorant, toothbrushes, etc. you should grab before you go.
When you go into labor, it could be minutes before you're feeling the urge to push. That's not a good time to start packing.
My wife and I made the mistake of over-preparing, based on what we learned during childbirth class were essential items for natural childbirth. You don't need to bring tennis balls, bathing suits, or anything else regardless of whether or not you're getting an epidural. Pack what you would if you were going to a hotel for 3-4 days, and remember that you'll have a baby to care for and bring home with you.
Congratulations!
2007-08-06 21:55:22 · answer #3 · answered by Mickey Mouse Spears 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pack the bag now....you never know, and you're ready then!
pack some toiletries like your fav soap/ some shampoo and conditioner, moisturizer for your face, a brush....i'm a nurse in labor /delivery, and the stuff the hospitals supply usually are not what you want, trust me!
Also a soft nightgown- don't bother with pajama pants- you'll have to keep changing or taking them down for the nurses to check everything.
If you get cold easily, bring a comfy blanket and a robe.
You really don't need much else- maybe a little make-up if you wear it so you look nice when visitors come!
2007-08-06 21:54:52 · answer #4 · answered by chloe1995 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations!! You should pack your bag now, I went into Labor at 36 wks. Daughter was born 02/28/07 and everything was fine, but quite an early surprise. You need to bring, your robe, slippers, your pillow if you have a fav, toothbrush and toothpaste, makeup, deodorant, hair brush, pony tail holder, clothes to wear home (most likely still maternity clothes, but maybe from the end of your first trimester), a couple outfits for baby, tank top/bra to wear under your gown if you want, I'll add if I think of anything else. Good luck to you!! Is this your first?
2007-08-06 21:55:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Extra clothes,a little snack,just the stuff that will calm you down before labor..also if I were you I'd start packing my bag now since your 35 wks pregnant. Never know when a signal might pop up & the baby might be on its way.
2007-08-06 21:54:16 · answer #6 · answered by Blessed__ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please, pack today. Wash every thing in an unscented detergent ( even woolite & cold water would be fine) Remember socks & or slippers ( hospitals are kept cold) & do you really want to walk barefoot on that floor ? Comfey clothes for you , a robe ( for over hospital gown ) extra big granny panties (you will need them due to the big as a plate sanitary pads you must wear the 1st 2 days after) nursing bra & breast pads ( even if you are not planning on nursing you still pass milk for a while) baby gowns ( comfey & easy to change diapers) the make both "boy" & "girl " baby gowns. Baby socks & you normal every day must haves (tolitries) Prayers for you & may God Bless that precious 1 !
2007-08-06 22:09:37 · answer #7 · answered by jcmurphytexas 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pack it now just in case. A friend of mine was going to wait until she was 37 weeks. She ended up having her baby 4 weeks early! She was running around her house water leaking and all while she was trying to pack her bag! hahaha The earlier the better! :)
2007-08-06 21:55:50 · answer #8 · answered by ILoveBeingAMom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I maid sure my bags were packed at the starting of the last month,, you will wont for you sleep wear and socks because hospitals get cold and you will wont your stuff for your baby don't over do it just what you need because you wont to make it easy just pick the bag up and go good luck on your new baby
2007-08-06 22:01:31 · answer #9 · answered by marcell2967 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pack now, no reason to wait!
Comfortable robe
Nightgown (comfy pj's)
Nursing bra and nursing pads (even if you aren't nursing bring pads)
Warm socks
Slippers
Comfortable outfit you can wear home
Sanitary pads
Toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, moisturizer, lip balm
Hair clips, scrunchies, barrettes (gotta look presentable later, it will make you feel more like yourself also)
Brush or comb
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Change of clothes
Book or magazine
Toothbrush, toothpaste, and other basic toiletries
cash and change for snacks, phone calls, and so forth (for your husband or partner)
Watch with a second hand for timing contractions
Car seat
Newborn hat
2 receiving blankets
2 "onesies"
2 pairs of socks
"Going home" outfit -- including sweater or bunting if the weather is cold
Diapers (newborn size not size one, unless you think your baby will be over 10 lbs, I hope not for your sake)
Diaper Bag
Birth plan
Insurance cards
Address book with phone numbers
Some books and magazines
Camera or video camera (and film and fresh batteries!)
Extra pillow
Gift for sibling
Hard candy to suck on during labor
Lanolin, if nursing
Cell phone
2007-08-06 22:00:19 · answer #10 · answered by nessa1282 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Now,girl... The best is to be prepared....Never wait till the last moment ( My daughter decided that she's ready to face the world before I packed my maternity bag....What a rush...!!! Pheew !! ) Anyway, Toiletries are a must as well as spare clothings, disposable panties, maybe a book or cd player for those times when you are alone, maternity pads are always welcome as well as nursing pads...
As for your baby, a set of his/her clothing as well as booties and mittens , a cap and a wrap ( for the day that the baby return home )...
This is just some ideas....Anyway, congrats..
2007-08-06 21:58:03 · answer #11 · answered by LadyRain_614 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋