What to pack for hospital

magicalbride2bee

Hi Ladies,

 I am 28 weeks pregnant today and I am starting to think about what I should pack for the hospital. I know I have at least another 12 weeks until I give birth, but I think it's a good idea to start thinking about it. A friend of mine saved packing until last minute, and she forgot simple things like a toothbrush and toothpaste. Is there anything that's not necessary to pack vs. something that is? Thanks! 

imakeeff0rts

In order to avoid forgetting basic toiletries, I bought a hygiene kit. You  can buy them from WalMart, Target, any drug store or make your own using the travel sized stuff, or get the empty travel containers and fill them with your own stuff. That way, you don't have to take full-sized containers - you're saving room in your suitcase for bulkier items.

gallerybaby

I've found a few good blogs/sites that have lists!  I'm putting the links below, but essentials seem to be:

Pillow, robe, pajamas, underwear (that you don't mind being able to throw away after), socks, nursing bras, toiletries, going home outfit, magazines/reading material, and a camera!

https://www.pregnantchicken.com/pregnant-chicken-blog/2012/5/21/hospital-bag-what-to-pack.html 

https://joannagoddard.blogspot.com/2013/06/packing-for-hospital.html

https://www.babykerf.com/37-weeks-packing-the-hospital-bag/

https://www.whattoexpect.com/pregnancy/photo-gallery/what-to-pack-for-the-hospital.aspx# 

AlwaysForgetful

Me
Robe (cause I like one)
A pair of lounge pants, maybe 2
Nursing tanks
easy slip on slippers (I don't like their socks)
My comb (If I remember)
An outfit to go home in (normally lounge pants. I am still in pain form a Csection)
A single pair of undies (to go home in)
Boppy (I prefer it to hospital pillows)
Deodorant
razor (hospital will not give you one)

Baby

Going home outfit
Socks
Car seat

Amusement

Laptop and charger

Kindle Fire and charge
Camera
Phone charger

DH

I just make sure to pack him some snacks.
DH packs his own stuff


My hospital will provide:
Shampoo/conditioner, body soap, toothpaste, tooth brush, comb (simple one), mesh undies (all provide this. Use them so your undies do not get nasty), pads (stash some to take home!), shirts for baby to wear, Hat for baby, nasil sucky, diapers, wipes, butt cream, I forgot what else..... Oh, they will wrap baby in a recieving blanket or 2 to bring home too. Roll them up to help keep baby snug in car seat. Plus you get a diaper bag in the hospital as a gift from the formula companies.

Either way, if I don't need to pack it, I don't. I do not have a lot of family, but those who come normally bring an outfit or 2 or something. So that is more I have to bring home.

First day or 2 I wear their hospital smock. I am a Csection and bleed a lot after. I do not want to mess up my pants or anything. I am in there 3-5 days.

kdjudd

For During Labor:

Birth Plan

New Magazines/Word Puzzles (Early Labor is Boring)

Mist Bottle (I had some serious hot flashes in labor)

Tennis Ball/ Rice Sock (Natural Pain Management Methods)

Relaxing Music

Socks with Gripperes/ Slippers

Robe

Refreshing Face Wipes  

Capstick 

Lotion or Massage Oil 

Light Snacks

Cash for Vending Machines

Sports Bra (If you are uncomfortable being naked in front of people)

Camera/Charger

Cell Phone/Charger

Comfortable Change of Clothes for Partner 

Hair Ties and Clips 

 

For the baby I would bring:

2 Soft Blankets (The hospital ones are super itchy)

Nursing Cover (If you are uncomfortable about NIP)

Baby Mittens

Socks

Cute Outfit for Pictures (Newborn and 0-3 month sizes just in case)

Going Home Outfit (Newborn and 0-3 month sizes just in case)

3 Pairs of Baby PJs (They are just cuter than the hospital one's)

Swaddle Blanket with Velcro or Zipper (So much easier than fighting with a blanket)

For You After Labor:

Flip Flops for Shower

Large Throw-Away Underwear (In case you don't like the mesh one's provided)

Comfortable Pajamas/Robe

3 Nursing Bras (Sleep One's for Comfort)

Going Home Outfit

Make Up 

Toothbrush and Toothpaste

Razor

Lanolin for Nipples

Prenatal Vitamins

Nursing Pads

Overnight Heavy Flow Pads

Body Wash and Shampoo (I wanted a little familiar comfort)

Laptop/Charger 

 

For Partner After Labor:

3 Changes of Clothes

2 Pairs of Pajamas

Toothbrush and Toothpaste

Toiletries

Slippers

Flip Flops 

 

hawtness21

I don't know what toiletries that the hospital will provide but I packed travel size stuff that you can get from cvs or rite aid. I packed shampoo and conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrush my mom works for a dentist so I got a free one, soap, mouthwash, lotion, powder, deodorant, baby shampoo and lotion for her. My MIL bought me a short robe and pjs with matching slippers. I already packed two onsies, socks, hats and winter one piece coat since she will be born in october. Just in case it is cold. I will probably finish packing with sweatpants, under clothes and a comfortable t shirt to
come home in. I think I might pack a small handful of poise pads just in case of extra bleeding. I don't think I would need entertainment because I will be breastfeeding and relaxing.

shelbell1028

My hospital provides the basic toiletries....toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo. 

In my bag I will have an outfit for LO, comfy/loose fitting clothes for me, a robe, flip flops, brush, hair elastics, deodorant, tucks pads and make up.  Trying to keep is very basic.

Edited to add:  Cell phone charger, LO's baby book and camera.

Fitzkitten

Everyone pretty much got it! But don't forget to throw some snacks in! I out brownie bites, mini bags of chips and some granola bars in my bag. Otherwise you'll be spending a lot of $$$ at the vending machine.

magicalbride2bee

Thanks everyone!

bellamamma23

Fitzkitten:

Everyone pretty much got it! But don't forget to throw some snacks in! I out brownie bites, mini bags of chips and some granola bars in my bag. Otherwise you'll be spending a lot of $$$ at the vending machine.

I was gonna say the exact same thing.  I also packed some bottled water, hand sanitizer, and extra hair ties or clips