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  • ElRubyElRuby member
    Can I just add that they (as in the medical staff) may not allow a dim spa like setting as they are possibly stitching you up from a tear or cut if that happens to you... And for not so severe stuff they do need to see what is going on to Help you... so be prepared if they are not into your zen den.
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  • ElRubyElRuby member
    catalinasmama said:

    ElRuby said:

    Can I just add that they (as in the medical staff) may not allow a dim spa like setting as they are possibly stitching you up from a tear or cut if that happens to you... And for not so severe stuff they do need to see what is going on to Help you... so be prepared if they are not into your zen den.

    @elruby, see above.  My hospital specializes in being down with my "zen den" experience, and they advertise their allowance of dim, spa-like settings.  The plan I have set in place is for a trauma-free delivery, and I'm optimistic about having one.  Obviously, if an emergency arises, things will change, and I am fine with doing whatever needs to be done for safety reasons.  As for any post-delivery stitching, the nurses/docs can use all the light they need.  My "zen den" candles are for labor.

    That sounds wonderful... So happy you have found a place to accommodate your needs!
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  • saraelizabeth33saraelizabeth33 member
    People make hospital deliveries sound like you have no options. Maybe some hospitals are like that but the hospital I am delivering at is wonderful at being accommodating to what the mom wants. I had a great experience there with my first even though I went in planning to go unmedicated and ended up with an epidural. The delivery rooms at my hospital are sound proof so you don't hear other mothers screaming while they are delivering! That sounds terrifying! And all the nurses were so nice, no one ever joked about how much crap I brought with me!
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  • ElRubyElRuby member
    catalinasmama said:

    @elruby - Who did I criticize?  And I didn't group the whole board...just "90%." ;)  

    Well for starters you called me and @mamahawk12 "haters" for experiencing a genuine human emotion (it was funny to picture candles after being through labor before). No one insulted you directly.
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  • MrsWiggleWaggleMrsWiggleWaggle member
    Good vibes to you @catalinasmama ....maybe it's time we all let this thread drop...seems like we've explored the topic. I'm gonna go light some LED candles now...ok I couldn't help myself there...but he'll yeah pack for a Mexican vacation...or just bring a single onsie and a car seat...I love that I get to hear about all the different approaches...makes me feel human and sane so thanks to all the ladies who contributed. Let's not be the September 15 board.
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    YIKES.
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  • Frogger5Frogger5 member
    catalinasmama said:

    @elruby: So sorry to have "criticized" you for laughing at my preference to bring candles to the birth of my child.  Did I hurt your feelings??  MY BAD.  mamahawk12 "literally laughed out loud" and you followed it up with comments about candles being a "shop talk" joke conversation behind mom's back.  Sounds like you insulted me directly, since I'm the only one on the thread who said anything about bringing candles.


    @mrswigglewaggle...I'm not checking back on this thread after this.  And thank you.  :)
    Well, at least you got the last word.
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  • marshmallowmadnessmarshmallowmadness member
    murray1234 said:

    catalinasmama said:

    luenchoo said:

    It's on some lists but not all - Depends ( not just pads) are apparently a must since no one tells you you have lots of placenta to rid post birth for a few weeks. Kind of gross but important to know.

    Yep. Depends are a must from what I've heard.  No pad in the world will help a woman's um...situation...post-delivery.  It's not the most flattering thing in the world to get up and leave um...a situation...where you were just sitting when you have friends and family visiting.  

    Also Tucks and Dermoplast...

    Here's a variation of the "undie sundae" I'll be making:  https://realnewmom.blogspot.com/2010/11/undie-sundae.html

    This is my 5th. I honestly dont think you would need to get depends. just heavy flo pads, i only bled ALOT for 2 days then it went away to almost nothing.
    I beg to differ. It's going to depend on the person. I had a super heavy flow for about 2 weeks and the. Kept bleeding like a normal period for another 3 weeks.
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    Baby 1 - November 2009
    *loss* - March 2010
    Baby 2 - January 2011
    Baby 3 - June 2015
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  • ElRubyElRuby member
    mommyof3tooooobe said:

    I'm only providing this list because you've ask at least twice now about how WE would cut it down. Your defensive attitude, I'm sure, will come back with an 'i need this because...' for each item. But again, you asked.



    Me

    ~Phone

    ~Phone charger

    ~Shampoo/conditioner, toothbrush/paste, make-up, lotion, chapstick, contacts/solution, deodorant, hair products, razor (EACH WOMAN IS DIFFERENT BUT I PERSONALLY DIDNT USE ANYTHING BUT MY SHAMPOO, DEODORANT AND AND TOOTHBRUSH/PASTE- YOU WILL NOT GIVE TWO SH*TS ABOUT SHAVING ANYTHING AFTERWARDS.)

    ~Pillow/blankets NN

    ~Breast feeding pillow NN

    ~Breast feeding bra

    ~Breast feeding tank/shirt

    ~Cardigans JUST ONE

    ~Breast pump NN

    ~Nursing pads

    ~Nipple guards & Lanolin. PROVIDED

    ~Birth plan. (I DONT FEEL ONE IS NECESSARY, BUT LOTS OF MOMS DO, SO I UNDERSTAND)

    ~Music/fully charged blue tooth speaker (I say NN just because I would want to be able to communicate with drs/nurses/DH/etc)

    ~Blue tooth speaker charger (same as above)

    ~Candles (LED). (NN)

    ~Socks

    ~Undies

    ~Cute & Comfy PJ’s (pants and shirt)

    ~Labor clothes, (sports bra, robe) (THEY GIVE YOU A ROBE YOU HAVE TO WEAR)

    ~Earbuds for labor? (again, I would rather hear the drs and DH)

    ~Hair ties/bobby pins

    ~Going home outfit (2 maxi dresses) (who wears two dresses at the same time?)

    ~Going home shoes (flip flops). (SAME AS YOU WEAR TO HOSPITAL?)

    ~Water bottle (PROVIDED)

    ~Recovery supplies (Tucks, Depends, Granny Panties, Dermoplast, Stool softener). (PROVIDED))

    ~Snacks (ideas: cheese & crackers, yogurt, nuts, berries, hummus/pita, carrots, peanut butter/apple slices, oranges, bananas, protein bars, jerky, granola bars). (literally wouldn't take more than one or so. You can't eat during labor anyway)

    ~Have carbs ready before labor: Pancakes, bread or pasta, Gu Cubes – strawberry, and coconut water (THIS DOES NOT GET PACKED)

    Dad

    ~iPad and charger (NN)

    ~Camera – fully charged

    ~Pillow/blankets. (PROVIDED AND NN)

    ~Change of clothes/socks/undies/slippers.

    ~Going home outfit (HES STAYING THE WHOLE TIME?)

    ~Sweatshirt/hoodie/jacket

    ~PJ’s (HES OVERNIGHTING IT?) ID JUST HAVE HIM WEAR GYM SHORTS AND A T DURING DAY TO HAVE LESS LUGGAGE)

    ~Toiletries (SUCH AS? MAYBE A TOOTHBRUSH, BUT OTHERWISE IDK)

    ~Phone

    ~Cash/change

    ~Watch (PHONE AND WALL CLOCK??)

    ~Names and phone #’s of family and friends to be notified of birth. (NOT IN THE PHONE?)

    ~Ibuprofen/aspirin (FOR DH???)

    ~Earbuds (IS HE NOT GOING TO BE TALKING TO/ENTERTAINING YOU?)

    ~Water bottle

    ~Pen and paper (???????)

    ~Games/cards, magazines, books, movies. (LABOR ISNT EXACTLY RELAXING FOR ANYONE, WHOS HE PLAYING WITH??)

    Baby

    ~Diaper bag

    ~Diapers/wipes (PROVIDED, USUALLY)

    ~Cute going home outfit

    ~ONESIES (MAYBE 2)

    ~Sleepers (ONESIE)

    ~Swaddlers/blankets (PROVIDED AND BABIES DONT GET BLANKETS)

    ~Pacifiers/soothes (PROVIDED AND NN)

    ~Burp cloths (NN)

    ~Boppy (NN)

    ~Newborn headbands/bows (JUST, WHY? BUT TO EACH HIS OWN)

    ~Baby socks

    ~Car seat
    ________________________________________________
    SO EDITING DOWN YOUR LIST (for me) WOULD LOOK MORE LIKE:

    Me

    ~Phone

    ~Phone charger

    ~Shampoo/conditioner, toothbrush/paste, deodorant, hair bands and pins

    ~Breast feeding bra and tank/shirt

    ~Cardigan

    ~Nursing pads

    ~Birth plan. (I DONT FEEL ONE IS NECESSARY, BUT LOTS OF MOMS DO, SO I UNDERSTAND)

    ~Socks/Undies

    ~Going home outfit
    Dad
    ~Camera – fully charged

    ~Change of clothes/socks/undies/slippers Sweatshirt/hoodie/jacket

    ~Toiletries

    ~Phone

    ~Cash/change

    Baby

    ~Diaper bag

    ~Diapers/wipes (PROVIDED, USUALLY)

    ~Cute going home outfit

    ~ONESIES (MAYBE 2)

    ~Newborn headbands/bows (JUST, WHY? BUT TO EACH HIS OWN)

    ~Baby socks

    ~Car seat

    I am really impressed you took the time to answer this!
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  • marshmallowmadnessmarshmallowmadness member
    ElRuby said:

    mommyof3tooooobe said:

    I'm only providing this list because you've ask at least twice now about how WE would cut it down. Your defensive attitude, I'm sure, will come back with an 'i need this because...' for each item. But again, you asked.



    Me

    ~Phone

    ~Phone charger

    ~Shampoo/conditioner, toothbrush/paste, make-up, lotion, chapstick, contacts/solution, deodorant, hair products, razor (EACH WOMAN IS DIFFERENT BUT I PERSONALLY DIDNT USE ANYTHING BUT MY SHAMPOO, DEODORANT AND AND TOOTHBRUSH/PASTE- YOU WILL NOT GIVE TWO SH*TS ABOUT SHAVING ANYTHING AFTERWARDS.)

    ~Pillow/blankets NN

    ~Breast feeding pillow NN

    ~Breast feeding bra

    ~Breast feeding tank/shirt

    ~Cardigans JUST ONE

    ~Breast pump NN

    ~Nursing pads

    ~Nipple guards & Lanolin. PROVIDED

    ~Birth plan. (I DONT FEEL ONE IS NECESSARY, BUT LOTS OF MOMS DO, SO I UNDERSTAND)

    ~Music/fully charged blue tooth speaker (I say NN just because I would want to be able to communicate with drs/nurses/DH/etc)

    ~Blue tooth speaker charger (same as above)

    ~Candles (LED). (NN)

    ~Socks

    ~Undies

    ~Cute & Comfy PJ’s (pants and shirt)

    ~Labor clothes, (sports bra, robe) (THEY GIVE YOU A ROBE YOU HAVE TO WEAR)

    ~Earbuds for labor? (again, I would rather hear the drs and DH)

    ~Hair ties/bobby pins

    ~Going home outfit (2 maxi dresses) (who wears two dresses at the same time?)

    ~Going home shoes (flip flops). (SAME AS YOU WEAR TO HOSPITAL?)

    ~Water bottle (PROVIDED)

    ~Recovery supplies (Tucks, Depends, Granny Panties, Dermoplast, Stool softener). (PROVIDED))

    ~Snacks (ideas: cheese & crackers, yogurt, nuts, berries, hummus/pita, carrots, peanut butter/apple slices, oranges, bananas, protein bars, jerky, granola bars). (literally wouldn't take more than one or so. You can't eat during labor anyway)

    ~Have carbs ready before labor: Pancakes, bread or pasta, Gu Cubes – strawberry, and coconut water (THIS DOES NOT GET PACKED)

    Dad

    ~iPad and charger (NN)

    ~Camera – fully charged

    ~Pillow/blankets. (PROVIDED AND NN)

    ~Change of clothes/socks/undies/slippers.

    ~Going home outfit (HES STAYING THE WHOLE TIME?)

    ~Sweatshirt/hoodie/jacket

    ~PJ’s (HES OVERNIGHTING IT?) ID JUST HAVE HIM WEAR GYM SHORTS AND A T DURING DAY TO HAVE LESS LUGGAGE)

    ~Toiletries (SUCH AS? MAYBE A TOOTHBRUSH, BUT OTHERWISE IDK)

    ~Phone

    ~Cash/change

    ~Watch (PHONE AND WALL CLOCK??)

    ~Names and phone #’s of family and friends to be notified of birth. (NOT IN THE PHONE?)

    ~Ibuprofen/aspirin (FOR DH???)

    ~Earbuds (IS HE NOT GOING TO BE TALKING TO/ENTERTAINING YOU?)

    ~Water bottle

    ~Pen and paper (???????)

    ~Games/cards, magazines, books, movies. (LABOR ISNT EXACTLY RELAXING FOR ANYONE, WHOS HE PLAYING WITH??)

    Baby

    ~Diaper bag

    ~Diapers/wipes (PROVIDED, USUALLY)

    ~Cute going home outfit

    ~ONESIES (MAYBE 2)

    ~Sleepers (ONESIE)

    ~Swaddlers/blankets (PROVIDED AND BABIES DONT GET BLANKETS)

    ~Pacifiers/soothes (PROVIDED AND NN)

    ~Burp cloths (NN)

    ~Boppy (NN)

    ~Newborn headbands/bows (JUST, WHY? BUT TO EACH HIS OWN)

    ~Baby socks

    ~Car seat
    ________________________________________________
    SO EDITING DOWN YOUR LIST (for me) WOULD LOOK MORE LIKE:

    Me

    ~Phone

    ~Phone charger

    ~Shampoo/conditioner, toothbrush/paste, deodorant, hair bands and pins

    ~Breast feeding bra and tank/shirt

    ~Cardigan

    ~Nursing pads

    ~Birth plan. (I DONT FEEL ONE IS NECESSARY, BUT LOTS OF MOMS DO, SO I UNDERSTAND)

    ~Socks/Undies

    ~Going home outfit
    Dad
    ~Camera – fully charged

    ~Change of clothes/socks/undies/slippers Sweatshirt/hoodie/jacket

    ~Toiletries

    ~Phone

    ~Cash/change

    Baby

    ~Diaper bag

    ~Diapers/wipes (PROVIDED, USUALLY)

    ~Cute going home outfit

    ~ONESIES (MAYBE 2)

    ~Newborn headbands/bows (JUST, WHY? BUT TO EACH HIS OWN)

    ~Baby socks

    ~Car seat

    I am really impressed you took the time to answer this!
    Modified bedrest has me doing craaaaazy things.
    Daisypath - z1at
    Baby 1 - November 2009
    *loss* - March 2010
    Baby 2 - January 2011
    Baby 3 - June 2015
    Baby 4 - April 2017
    Baby 5 - May 2019



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  • HayesRN13HayesRN13 member
    Save your linens (receiving blankets) utilize the hospitals, even if your hospital doesn't give a lot of supplies (very sad), they at least will supply linen (baby shirts and blankets) just bring one for baby to go home in
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  • CurlyMom78CurlyMom78 member
    But if you live in the Pacific Northwest, we wear flip flops in the rain!
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  • SerenamarrSerenamarr member
    It seems there are a lot of other issues going on here. "Overpacking" may just be some mamas' way of feeling prepared and comfortable, relieving as much stress as possible in a potentially stressful situation. I think it is pretty widely accepted that reducing stress and fear and increasing comfort during labor has a huge impact on a positive and smooth birth experience, so if packing everything you think you could need crosses one more source of stress off the list, there is no arguing that it's a good thing! So many other factors may be out of our control on that day, so if we feel like we at least came prepared for anything, it could put us at ease. The other issue mentioned was along the lines of "if you want a calm environment, go to a birthing center". This response saddens me not only because it perpetuates the idea that all hospitals are nightmarish (natural births in a hospital setting do happen and are beautiful as well!) but also because not everyone gets to choose their birth location. Whether due to insurance coverage or proximity or a number of other factors, sometimes you must make the best of what is available to you, so bringing in a few items that alter the mood of the place and again increase comfort is not outrageous at all! ( sorry for the length!)
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  • HoosOnFirstHoosOnFirst member
    Very well said @Serenamarr .

    My hospital is an hour from home so I have a sneaking suspicion I'm going to overpack because I won't want my husband to have to leave my side to go get anything. I already mentioned this morning we need to find someone to feed our cat (we are new to the area we live in)...
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  • ElRubyElRuby member
    hoosonfirst said:

    Very well said @Serenamarr .

    My hospital is an hour from home so I have a sneaking suspicion I'm going to overpack because I won't want my husband to have to leave my side to go get anything. I already mentioned this morning we need to find someone to feed our cat (we are new to the area we live in)...

    Cats are very self sufficient.... You can leave extra food and they will not over eat... Also leave a second litter box and you really don't need anyone to check in on them.... Your cat will probably not even realize you are gone hahahhaha
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  • murray1234murray1234 member
    mommyof3tooooobe said:

    murray1234 said:

    catalinasmama said:

    luenchoo said:

    It's on some lists but not all - Depends ( not just pads) are apparently a must since no one tells you you have lots of placenta to rid post birth for a few weeks. Kind of gross but important to know.

    Yep. Depends are a must from what I've heard.  No pad in the world will help a woman's um...situation...post-delivery.  It's not the most flattering thing in the world to get up and leave um...a situation...where you were just sitting when you have friends and family visiting.  

    Also Tucks and Dermoplast...

    Here's a variation of the "undie sundae" I'll be making:  https://realnewmom.blogspot.com/2010/11/undie-sundae.html

    This is my 5th. I honestly dont think you would need to get depends. just heavy flo pads, i only bled ALOT for 2 days then it went away to almost nothing.
    I beg to differ. It's going to depend on the person. I had a super heavy flow for about 2 weeks and the. Kept bleeding like a normal period for another 3 weeks.
    K :) everyone has their preferances. Just thought I'd add my thoughts. 
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    Soon to be Momma to Elliott ( 06.04.15 or sooner)
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  • laurendutchlaurendutch member
    I overpacked last time and what was annoying to me was to have all this extra stuff just hanging out in the small room.

    I'm having a c-section and planning on a 5 day hospital stay. My husband will be staying at home at nights with our 4.5 yr old boys.


    Here's my list:

    Phone/charger
    Kindle
    Robe (last time this was all I wore, especially nice when you are walking the halls after delivery)
    PJs (2-maybe a shirt like Grandma type thing)
    Socks with non skid soles
    Going home outfit (dress)
    Toiletries (shampoo, soap, razor, face wipes, make up, hair dryer, tooth brush, toothpaste, lip balm)
    My own pillow


    I'll use hospital pillows to help me nurse. My hospital provided everything else (lanolin cream, nipple shields, breast pump to get my supply up...again I had twins)

    Baby
    Going home outfit

    DH
    Nothing

    This time I'm going to be using a small roller type luggage instead of a duffle bag. I only live 10 minutes from the hospital, so not a huge deal if my husband or Mom have to run home and get something.

    I'm also going to bring Clorox wipes. I liked to wipe off my little table every so often. I also felt it helped freshen up the room when it felt stuffy/smelly.

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  • DolphinLover2002DolphinLover2002 member
    As a FTM, I totally over packed for my ds. This time around, I know less is more. I had to have a c-section last time and was in the hospital for 4 days. I'm expecting a repeat c-section this time too, so planning another 4 days there. We only live 5 minutes from the hospital, so no big deal if people have to run for stuff. Last time my hubby had to take home all of our stuff and then come back for us because it didn't all fit in one trip.

    Items I didn't use:
    *Ipod and speaker - each room has a tv so had music on that
    *Too many clothes
    *Too many snacks. Our hospital has a snack room on the OB floor, so had yogurt, ice cream, toast, juice and snack bars on hand.
    *lots of baby clothing. only need a couple onesies and a going home outfit.
    *pump. Didn't use it until I got home.
    *Pads and lots of undies. The hospital provided the pads and mesh undies. They also sent a large care package of them home with me.
    *Diapers and wipes. The hospital supplied them and sent some home too.
    *Blanket. The hospital had plenty and didn't use mine.

    Things I will take this time:
    *Cell phone and charger
    *A robe for walking halls before and after birth. Hospital gowns don't close in back.
    *A nightgown for after delivery. One set of sweat pants and a tank.
    *Slippers with grips on bottom for walking halls.
    *Nursing bra and breast pads.
    *Shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, mascara
    *My boppy pillow. I'm having twins and think it'll really help when feeding both together.
    *Ipad and charger for my 2 year old to play with when he's up there.
    *Camera with new batteries and new memory card.

    *A couple onesies for each twin
    *Going home outfits

    *A night outfit for my hubby. He will stay with me overnight to help with the twins.
    *His phone and charger so he can call family.
    *Pop for him
    *Deodorant, toothbrush and toothpaste. He'll go home to shower.

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  • laurendutchlaurendutch member
    DolphinLover2002 said:

    As a FTM, I totally over packed for my ds. This time around, I know less is more. I had to have a c-section last time and was in the hospital for 4 days. I'm expecting a repeat c-section this time too, so planning another 4 days there. We only live 5 minutes from the hospital, so no big deal if people have to run for stuff. Last time my hubby had to take home all of our stuff and then come back for us because it didn't all fit in one trip.

    Items I didn't use:
    *Ipod and speaker - each room has a tv so had music on that
    *Too many clothes
    *Too many snacks. Our hospital has a snack room on the OB floor, so had yogurt, ice cream, toast, juice and snack bars on hand.
    *lots of baby clothing. only need a couple onesies and a going home outfit.
    *pump. Didn't use it until I got home.
    *Pads and lots of undies. The hospital provided the pads and mesh undies. They also sent a large care package of them home with me.
    *Diapers and wipes. The hospital supplied them and sent some home too.
    *Blanket. The hospital had plenty and didn't use mine.

    Things I will take this time:
    *Cell phone and charger
    *A robe for walking halls before and after birth. Hospital gowns don't close in back.
    *A nightgown for after delivery. One set of sweat pants and a tank.
    *Slippers with grips on bottom for walking halls.
    *Nursing bra and breast pads.
    *Shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, mascara
    *My boppy pillow. I'm having twins and think it'll really help when feeding both together.
    *Ipad and charger for my 2 year old to play with when he's up there.
    *Camera with new batteries and new memory card.

    *A couple onesies for each twin
    *Going home outfits

    *A night outfit for my hubby. He will stay with me overnight to help with the twins.
    *His phone and charger so he can call family.
    *Pop for him
    *Deodorant, toothbrush and toothpaste. He'll go home to shower.


    I wish I would have brought my twin nursing pillow, just to have the lactation consultant show me how to use it. However, my boys (and a lot of my friends twins) were too small to use it effectively. Most of my friends,it took about a month to get the hang of feeding both at the same time :)

    And seriously, be super nice to your nurses! Mine hooked me up with a bunch of free diapers and formula. I think we had a trunk full of diapers and formula :)
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  • ElRubyElRuby member
    Last time I brought really beautiful pajamas .... But there is A LOT of blood and this time I am bringing dark comfy pants that I am not attached to ... And use the hospital provided items as much as possible .... Mine actually provided normal robes in addition to the gowns which was great for walking the halls.
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  • toodalootoodaloo member
    Whatever you do, don't forget your shower shoes/non slip flipflops! Those shower floors would be glowing bright blue if you took a black light to them....gross. ;)
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  • lisamarieheinrichlisamarieheinrich member
    This may sound weird, but my hospital had/has HORRIBLE toilet paper... like single ply horribleness!  I would recommend bringing your own!  
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  • jessieR358jessieR358 member
    LOL, it's a hospital!! They will not have charmin 2 ply super soft toilet paper. You will have a peri squirt bottle and sitz baths anyways. Bringing toilet paper is completely unnecessary IMO.
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  • taboullio84taboullio84 member
    edited March 2015
    Boppy .
    Nursing bra.
    Nursing pads.
    Pads.
    Going home clothes.
    Socks.
    Hairpins / ties
    Diapers.
    Snacks :)
    Baby blankets
    Burp rags

    Dad can bring whatever. Lol

    5TM ;)
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  • CurlyMom78CurlyMom78 member
    Haven't even thought about it! But we will probably overpack since we overpack whenever we travel! Off the top of my head though I think we will bring phone chargers (x2), hairtyes for sure, yoga pants, a maxi dress to go home, oneies, sports bra, shampoo, conditioner, face wash, toothbrush/toothpaste, a cute going home outfit for baby girl, and who knows what else my husband thinks of!
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  • henrytviiihenrytviii member
    taboullio84 said:

    Boppy .
    Nursing bra.
    Nursing pads.
    Pads.
    Going home clothes.
    Socks.
    Hairpins / ties
    Diapers.
    Snacks :)
    Baby blankets
    Burp rags

    Dad can bring whatever. Lol

    5TM ;)

    I was only checking this to see if the drama was over but have to comment on the hair ties. The only two must have things on my list are pajama bottom & sports bras I'm willing to throw out ad about a dozen spare hair ties. Labor is nasty and I'm ready for it this time but if I have to puke for 5 hours straight and have constant back labor for days I'm sure as shit not doing it with my hair down. I'll make those nurses shave my head or put me under general before I let that happen. I'm laughing as I write down my worst fear of the last hair band breaking . . . like the nurses wouldn't provide a rubber band. I think the moral of this is if you roll up to the hospital with just the clothes on our back, you'll be okay. People will be there to help you and take care of you, nothing on the pack list will be more important than that.
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  • laurendutchlaurendutch member
    henrytviii said:

    taboullio84 said:

    Boppy .
    Nursing bra.
    Nursing pads.
    Pads.
    Going home clothes.
    Socks.
    Hairpins / ties
    Diapers.
    Snacks :)
    Baby blankets
    Burp rags

    Dad can bring whatever. Lol

    5TM ;)

    I was only checking this to see if the drama was over but have to comment on the hair ties. The only two must have things on my list are pajama bottom & sports bras I'm willing to throw out ad about a dozen spare hair ties. Labor is nasty and I'm ready for it this time but if I have to puke for 5 hours straight and have constant back labor for days I'm sure as shit not doing it with my hair down. I'll make those nurses shave my head or put me under general before I let that happen. I'm laughing as I write down my worst fear of the last hair band breaking . . . like the nurses wouldn't provide a rubber band. I think the moral of this is if you roll up to the hospital with just the clothes on our back, you'll be okay. People will be there to help you and take care of you, nothing on the pack list will be more important than that.
    Haha! I do remember having my Mom run to Target to get me more hair bands.

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  • taboullio84taboullio84 member
    henrytviii said:

    taboullio84 said:

    Boppy .
    Nursing bra.
    Nursing pads.
    Pads.
    Going home clothes.
    Socks.
    Hairpins / ties
    Diapers.
    Snacks :)
    Baby blankets
    Burp rags

    Dad can bring whatever. Lol

    5TM ;)

    I was only checking this to see if the drama was over but have to comment on the hair ties. The only two must have things on my list are pajama bottom & sports bras I'm willing to throw out ad about a dozen spare hair ties. Labor is nasty and I'm ready for it this time but if I have to puke for 5 hours straight and have constant back labor for days I'm sure as shit not doing it with my hair down. I'll make those nurses shave my head or put me under general before I let that happen. I'm laughing as I write down my worst fear of the last hair band breaking . . . like the nurses wouldn't provide a rubber band. I think the moral of this is if you roll up to the hospital with just the clothes on our back, you'll be okay. People will be there to help you and take care of you, nothing on the pack list will be more important than that.
    My hair is to the middle of my back... No way I'm going in there with that hair just in its full glory. Sweating.. Wet rags... Possible vomiting... I agree with you I'd shave it before I go at it " alone " lol
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  • KaLikeAWindKaLikeAWind member
    Wait, why will we be vomiting? Reactionary to pain meds? I don't wanna hurl...
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  • ElRubyElRuby member
    mellymar said:

    Wait, why will we be vomiting? Reactionary to pain meds? I don't wanna hurl...

    I vomited a lot when they asked me to walk around the floor ... It wasn't pleasant but it moved labor along quickly... Oh and I had no pain meds.
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  • amhowell14amhowell14 member
    mellymar said:

    Wait, why will we be vomiting? Reactionary to pain meds? I don't wanna hurl...

    I labored for 22 hrs before I broke down & got the epidural with DD #1. Yes, I vomited. A lot. From the intense pain. (Back labor mostly)
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  • laurendutchlaurendutch member
    I had a c-section but I puked during the whole thing and the rest of the night. Not to scare you...just giving you a heads up!
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