The best advice I ever received about packing for the hospital was to pack two bags — one bag for everything I needed during labor, and the other bag for everything else (post partum stuff). Also, don't put off packing until the last minute. Having those bags packed and ready to go helped settle my nerves a bit about the big day.
Clothes for Labor – the hospital provides a gown, but you may want to bring your own loose fitting garment (no pants) to be more comfortable during delivery. Most hospitals allow you to wear your own nightgown instead of the one they provide. Also, make sure the nurses have access to your arm as they will need to take your blood pressure during labor. You should consider bringing warm socks as some women get cold during labor.
Car Seat – you can't get home without this!
Outfit to go home in – don't forget about socks and a hat!
Now, that you are all packed and ready to go…good luck on the big day!
I think this list is perfect. Me and my boyfriend are going shopping in a few weeks for everything were going to need and some. Were so anxious we cant wait..
I love these lists. They are so helpful especially when that pregnancy brain is hard at work.
I can't not wait til my baby come out…I am so tried become pregnant.
Check for all above listed to-bring except car seat and emery board (what's that?!) I held her all the way from the hospital to home which took us about 2hrs drive due to traffic!
1. I can't believe any hospital would actually discharge you without seeing a properly installed car seat. Any hospital I have ever heard of or encountered required this. 2. I can't believe you put your baby's life at risk by not using a safety seat. Its unsafe and if you are in the U.S, majorly illegal. I hope that isn't something you plan repeating.
I agree with this list. I wish I would have read this article before having my little one.
Gotta start packing soon, great advice!!
I liked this now i can be prepared for when the day comes.
babys diaper bag and clothes for you car seat receiving blanket stuff for you to do and focuse on while in labor.
I'm nervous and hope I bring everything I need. I think I'll pack 1 month before I give birth just in case I want to add or take something out. I have to make sure I have my makeup and my nails short and polished. I'm getting excited thinking about it! Not sure what I'm having yet, but if I'm having a girl I'm definitely putting her in pink Hello Kitty!
We overpacked as well but its better to be that than lack the essentials! Since I was scheduled CS operation, we were there 2 days before the operation. We were carrying a 10kg luggage and 3 loose bags and a baby bag and people in the admitting section look puzzled!
I'll have to remember to re-search this once my due date gets closer. Very helpful!
I'm excited for the big day!
As a labor and delivery nurse myself, the one thing that drives me nuts is when patients come in with the car seat! This is something that doesn't need to come in until after you are delivered and recovered!
Make sure to make a list of the things you take so that you can check it off when you leave the hospital! I forgot a few things and the only thing that I didn't find was my phone charger!
I will make sure I have all of this by the end of the week. I'm so excited!!
got most of it all packed two months ago……………….
great list……………..I think I got it covered. Packed and ready to go. Going on 34 weeks.