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Hospital Bags
So after a couple of funny turns at the weekend my husband has suggested I get my hospital bag ready as really there's not long left and he doesn't want to have to fuss if I have to go into hospital.
I wondered if it might be useful if we shared our checklists, I know last time I had no idea what to bring, brought lots of things I didn't need & had to get hubby to go shopping for me for extras while I was kept in afterwards.
It might be good for first timers to see what we would recommend bringing/leaving out and I'm sure those of you who have had multiple babies will have even more gems for us!
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Ive been told i need to do mine now. All ive brought from boots so far is two packs of maternanty pads and breast pads. Im gone go primark next month to get some pjs as there really cheap and can just throw them after and also need to buy some big knickers that i dont mind throwing after. Thats all i can think of so far. I dont even no what to bring for the baby. All i have said is to make sure i have a couple grows for her incase she messes them x
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It's also handy to have extra clothes for you & baby that your partner can easily pack/bring as extra if you have to stay in longer. I didn't realise how much I would still have and when I was stuck in hospital had to send hubby shopping to buy me larger size trousers!
Great list MrsP3, think you've covered everything , the extras I packed were a facial mist - ideal for when you're hot n sweaty n don't want anyone touching you with a flannel etc , n essesntial oils - lavender n ylang ylang ( jasmine can help strengthen contractions but is more expensive ) - for massage n a couple of drops on the light bulb gives off a nice scent , n a birth ball , my hospital doesn't supply them , n we found capri suns really good .light to pack n the straw means you can drink whatever position you get yourself into .... totally agree with the lip balm n socks - absolute essentials !! x x
Defo second the leggings or dresses and pants after a section! I didn't pack nearly enough clothes for myself. But like the idea of having a main hospital bag and a spare with extras that hubby can bring.
I am also taking a yoga mat to help my knees when on all fours. Jelly babies for quick sugar burst even if I don't feel like eating.
Nipple cream
Yoga mat
My own pillow (smell of home )
Slippers and dressing gown
Freezer packs for frozen smoothie cubes.
Prescriptions if any (gaviscon etc took forever to get some from the hospital)
Comforter for baby
Muslins!!
Great lists! Thank you, as a first timer I wasn't sure what I needed. Xx
Am i the only one who hasn't packed my hospital bag yet
Oh an dont forget u might want to take a towel and some toileteries for your baby if you want to bathe in there, they did provide me with a towel an baby shampoo an baby bath but u might want ur own an some loition.
Depends if u want to have them bathed in there or if your in there long enough lol x