It is 12:34am. Today might possibly be baby day!! (Although you will be ready this a tad bit later) This being my third time around the hospital bag packing block I figured I would write about the 13 items that are a must for me to pack – and should be for you too!!
Take home outfit for baby – As tradition we have bought each of our children a new take home outfit.
Toiletries – Tooth brush, tooth paste, 2 ply toilet paper, makeup, comb/brush, shampoo, whatever you need to make your hospital stay feel less hospital and more homey.
Medications – Anything you take, bring it! The hospital does not supply it.
Hospital Panties – Some hospitals only offer you 1-2 pairs (if any) and these things are a god send.
Breast Pump – With Sophie my milk hadn’t come in yet and I was looking to help that along. At one point though they were all being used. This time I am bringing my own.
Money/credit cards – Parking, food, television rental, and other miscellaneous things.
Snacks – Most Maternity wards have a fridge for patients to use to store their food. With Carter all I really wanted was some fresh fruit and vegetables.
Pillows – Go to Walmart and grab yourself some $3 pillows. Beds in hospitals are so uncomfortable and it’s nice to have a pillow or 2 to help make you more comfortable. And with the $3 price tag – I don’t feel bad if they get yucky.
Water bottle – Having surgery? Can’t eat or drink 8 hrs before. Had an epidural = no more liquids. And ice chips don’t do didly squat!! When you can you will want to chug some nice cold water.
Camera – Most people have cameras on their cell phones but when Sophie was born I learnt the hard way when I had my phone stolen 2 months later that it’s not always a good idea to just use your cell phone.. All of her newborn pictures -GONE!
Cell phone – To play Angry Birds…hello?! Just kidding.
Chargers/ Batteries – Anything that will require charger, bring it. Needs batteries? Bring extra!
Reading material – I have charged my Kobo and loaded it with some new books. Bought the UK version of Cosmo (way better in my opinion) Because I am going to have so much down time right?!?
Comfy going home clothes – Loose fitting pants and a nursing bra & t-shirt/ nursing tank.
Also this is something that won’t be packed in your hospital bag but its something that you definitely have to bring..
Carseat – Even if you don’t drive, it is required in order to bring baby home.
Are there other things in your hospital bag that are a must have for you??? Please share!
Wishing you all the best for number 3!