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In Shock & Packing for hospital what do I need?? - UPDATE
[Update after hospital]
I had to stay the night and just got back. They monitored me and the uterus was contracting, but luckily it slowed down then stopped. They did an examination and the baby's head is 'well down' which would explain the extreme pressure down there everytime I stand up. But she said everything inside is normal and the cervix is closed.
Have to go back if pain starts again. Hopefully everything should be fine now and I should carry to term.
I hope everyone else is well and I'm wishing you luck and happy thoughts. Thanks for the support. ;\)
Hello Ladies,
I felt absolutely terrible last night, I was convinced I was in labour...strong cramps all night. I know the feeling from my first and I thought it was the real thing. I went to the loo and while peeing felt a 'pop' down there and thought maybe that was my waters. Well OH didn't seem bothered and said 'you're not in labour, come back to bed.' well how the bloody hell does he know!!!!
Well since this morning, I've felt a little woozy and dizzy, but I'm trying to take it easy at home. I have NOTHING packed and was panicking last night incase I needed to go into hospital what do I need to take???
I've got a weekend sized bag, which I thought I could pack the baby's things in and a small pull along suitcase/travel case for all my things. I don't want to take a load of stuff I won't use, so what are the basic things I am going to NEED and USE?
I want to get the bags done as soon as possible to put my mind at rest and I would be devasted if I was rushed to hospital without any of my own belongings and stuff. Sorry if I sound silly my mind has gone blank!!!!!:roll:
[Modified by: ~yummy_mummy~ on 22 April 2008 19:10:32 ]
I had to stay the night and just got back. They monitored me and the uterus was contracting, but luckily it slowed down then stopped. They did an examination and the baby's head is 'well down' which would explain the extreme pressure down there everytime I stand up. But she said everything inside is normal and the cervix is closed.
Have to go back if pain starts again. Hopefully everything should be fine now and I should carry to term.
I hope everyone else is well and I'm wishing you luck and happy thoughts. Thanks for the support. ;\)
Hello Ladies,
I felt absolutely terrible last night, I was convinced I was in labour...strong cramps all night. I know the feeling from my first and I thought it was the real thing. I went to the loo and while peeing felt a 'pop' down there and thought maybe that was my waters. Well OH didn't seem bothered and said 'you're not in labour, come back to bed.' well how the bloody hell does he know!!!!
Well since this morning, I've felt a little woozy and dizzy, but I'm trying to take it easy at home. I have NOTHING packed and was panicking last night incase I needed to go into hospital what do I need to take???
I've got a weekend sized bag, which I thought I could pack the baby's things in and a small pull along suitcase/travel case for all my things. I don't want to take a load of stuff I won't use, so what are the basic things I am going to NEED and USE?
I want to get the bags done as soon as possible to put my mind at rest and I would be devasted if I was rushed to hospital without any of my own belongings and stuff. Sorry if I sound silly my mind has gone blank!!!!!:roll:
[Modified by: ~yummy_mummy~ on 22 April 2008 19:10:32 ]
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http://www.babycentre.co.uk/pregnancy/labourandbirth/hospitalbag/
No you don't sound silly, just stressed. Get yourself a nice treat from the kitchen and put your feet up!
All the best, Denise (20 +5) xx
abbie+bluebump 40+4
Love, Karys xx
-shower gel
-shampoo
-conditioner
-3 pairs of pjs
-toothbrush & toothpaste
-socks & underwear
-bath robe
-towels
-magazines and books cos i was bored !
You will need:
Nighties
Granny pants
sanitary towels
comfy trourses i.e. joggers
t shirts
socks
slippers
towel
toilettries
For baby
sleep suits
vests
hats
nappies
Cant think of anything else just now but I hope your lo stays put. My lo is 5 months now and has no problems due to him coming early. If you have any questions there is a premature birth forum and we would be happy to answer any questions you have.
xxx
Really glad to hear your lo is doing fine thanks for being so helpful. How much did he/she weigh? did you have a normal labour?
[Modified by: ~yummy_mummy~ on April 21, 2008 02:09 PM]
Hope you are not in early labour, it must be very worrying for you. Are you going to contact the labour ward to get checked out?
Hope you are ok and feeling better soon. xx
*sorry, the link has gone, but its in the 'birth' section. xx*
[Modified by: powderpuff on April 21, 2008 02:17 PM]
32.2 weeks
Definately get anything abnormal checked out as you never know what it might be.
Good luck and tell your baby to stay in the nice warm tummy
xxx
I packed my bag at 37 weeks, late I know! But I had a feeling my lo was staying put...I still do lol. I have packed:
big black pants, 2 nighties, going home outfit (maternity combats & loose t-shirt), 2 nursing bras, dark towel (I packed red), maternity pads, feminine wipes, anti bacterial wipes for the loos, socks, flip flops, dressing gown, breast pads....
For baby:
4 vests, 4 sleepsuits, bibs, bootees, hat, socks, cardigan, newborn nappies, dummies, cotton wool pleat. oh and a blanket.
I think thats it! xxxx
baby:vests,2 sleepsuits,outfit 4 goin hme in,blanket,cardigan,mittens,nappies,cotton wool,dummies
I'll let you know how things go. I'm taking my bags with me incase they say i'll need to stay in.
tamarabell - yes, we do have a baby seat, but oh still hasn't read the instructions so he doesn't know how to fit it!! Ooooh- it's going to be fun!
Thanks girls, Karys x x x