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Last minute "Must Need Items"

laurendutchlaurendutch member
in June 2015 Moms
I'm about to place an order with Target for all of the little things that you need for after delivery for a newborn.

Even though this is my second go around...I still feel completely lost and that I am forgetting something.

What's on your to buy list?
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  • ksimo6ksimo6 member
    I bought him pajamas, newborn diapers, and one can of formula (just in case my supply is crap like it was last time). Oh and I bought new tubing for my pump.  I think that's it!
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  • laurendutchlaurendutch member
    Is it bad that most of the stuff I bought was for myself :) Three new pairs of pjs that will make nursing easier!
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  • klkonwiklkonwi member
    Since I'm an FTM I need the waterproof mattress covers for the crib.... I think it's a must but who knows. 1 pack of newborn diapers and 1 can of formula.
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  • lindsladle15lindsladle15 member
    klkonwi said:

    Since I'm an FTM I need the waterproof mattress covers for the crib.... I think it's a must but who knows. 1 pack of newborn diapers and 1 can of formula.

    I would say it's needed if your mattress isn't already plastic-y covered. Ours is, so I just have a fabric mattress pad/cover over it that I wash every couple weeks, and I normally wash DD's sheet once a week, unless pee or snot or something happens before then!
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  • alexam2012alexam2012 member
    I have been so focused on getting stuff for the baby I forgot about me! I need to get nursing pads, nursing bras and maybe a robe or nightgown for the hospital. I also want to get some travel size items so I can make up a toiletry kit that won't take up so much space. My beauty supplies can get out of control lol. Oh and cotton briefs!
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  • taboullio84taboullio84 member
    delujm0 said:

    Since I'm an FTM I need the waterproof mattress covers for the crib.... I think it's a must but who knows. 1 pack of newborn diapers and 1 can of formula.
    I read a good tip about this...while our mattress is covered, i read that if you layer the sheets/waterproof pads (like pad, sheet, pad, sheet, pad, sheet) then it's easier if you have an accident in the middle of the night because you just remove the top sheet and pad and go back to bed because you already had another sheet and pad right underneath.  sounds easier than having to remake the crib.  think i'm going to try it.  but i'm a FTM too, so i have no idea how useful this is. :-)


    I done this before... Then I went to pull up the first layer... Everything came up .lmao
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  • ElRubyElRuby member
    hoodoll82 said:

    Don't forget the LED candles everyone! ;)

    I did have a question about formula - if I want to pick up a can as backup in case my supply isn't sufficient, what brand do you all recommend?

    I had a case of the glass bottle enfamil on hand ... It relieved my anxiety about breastfeeding because I knew it was there ready to go.... Never needed it until I actually started using formula later on but it was such a relief to be in my cabinet!
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  • Kiki119Kiki119 member
    I got recommendation of disposable diapers for the first couple of days... Instead of the mesh panties at the hospital.... So I picked up a pack for try... Also stool softener just in case of those hemmoroid
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  • lovethatcolosunlovethatcolosun member
    I WAY overpacked for my first. This time I'm packing 3-4 pairs of comfy maternity/yoga pants and bfing tank tops, two thin robes, slippers, socks, lots of underwear, toiletries, large towel, phone charger, iPad, phone, pads, cash ($30), hair ties, Chapstick, lotion, two sizes of outfits for LO (3), a few disposable diapers, snacks and camera.

    The hospital I use provides pads, disposable underwear, squirt bottle for your vagina, witch hazel pads, donut to sit on for hemorrhoids, diapers (reusable), wipes, and breast feeding supplies and pump, bottles, swaddle blankets, and hats.
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  • MixedCurlsXoMixedCurlsXo member
    ElRuby said:

    Dermasol spray and witch hazel (really helps soothe you)!

    As an alternative to Dermasol spray I've heard & read many good things about Earth Mama Angel Baby- Mama Bottom Spray & the balm they sell.


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  • ElRubyElRuby member
    MixedCurlsXo said:

    ElRuby said:

    Dermasol spray and witch hazel (really helps soothe you)!

    As an alternative to Dermasol spray I've heard & read many good things about Earth Mama Angel Baby- Mama Bottom Spray & the balm they sell.


    I saw that! I might get both and see what I like better!
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  • henrytviiihenrytviii member
    MixedCurlsXo said:

    ElRuby said:

    Dermasol spray and witch hazel (really helps soothe you)!

    As an alternative to Dermasol spray I've heard & read many good things about Earth Mama Angel Baby- Mama Bottom Spray & the balm they sell.


    Yes. Yes. This stuff is awesome. You might want it in you last few weeks of pregnancy if you are on your feet a lot. Things swell.
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  • JessHeppellJessHeppell member
    rrcameron21 said:

    hoodoll82 said:

    Don't forget the LED candles everyone! ;)

    I did have a question about formula - if I want to pick up a can as backup in case my supply isn't sufficient, what brand do you all recommend?

    I did a hospital tour yesterday and my dr said a lot of people bring in LED candles... I died laughing. No one else thought it was funny.
    whats the story with the LED candles again?
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  • lindsladle15lindsladle15 member
    hoodoll82 said:

    Don't forget the LED candles everyone! ;)

    I did have a question about formula - if I want to pick up a can as backup in case my supply isn't sufficient, what brand do you all recommend?

    I second the suggestions on getting samples everywhere....the stuff is so dang expensive! I've had great luck with signing various friends/family members up for Enfamil samples/coupons and they bring them to me, and then when I don't have any, DD will drink the Walmart brand or the Sam's club brands of Enfamil. Yikes....formula can KILL you!
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  • KaLikeAWindKaLikeAWind member
    JessHeppell said:

    rrcameron21 said:

    hoodoll82 said:

    Don't forget the LED candles everyone! ;)

    I did have a question about formula - if I want to pick up a can as backup in case my supply isn't sufficient, what brand do you all recommend?

    I did a hospital tour yesterday and my dr said a lot of people bring in LED candles... I died laughing. No one else thought it was funny.
    whats the story with the LED candles again?
    Search 'hospital bag' in June. There was a pretty extensive thread and someone had a *long* list, including led candles, among other things
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  • MixedCurlsXoMixedCurlsXo member
    @ElRuby Okay you might be a genius! I've heard of "padsicles" but I like your idea better. Now I'm wondering if Bottom Spray can go in the fridge or if it makes no difference ..hmm.
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    MixedCurlsXo said:

    @ElRuby Okay you might be a genius! I've heard of "padsicles" but I like your idea better. Now I'm wondering if Bottom Spray can go in the fridge or if it makes no difference ..hmm.

    In the hospital they provided these thick pads that would turn very cold when bent... Not sure how to find them IRL but I would recommend stocking up on them if you happen to see a supply in the hospital!
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    @ElRuby Will do!! Thanks for the tips. :D
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  • Frogger5Frogger5 member
    So are the Tucks and witch hazel both just for general vag swelling, or for hemorrhoids? Or both, God help us?

    Also, this isn't exactly the right place for this, but if you make it all the way to delivery without hemorrhoids, are you still likely to get them from pushing/delivery or maybe not? I mean, I know everyone doesn't get them, but I want some cold hard facts!
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  • MixedCurlsXoMixedCurlsXo member
    edited April 2015
    @Frogger5 Tucks are pads with witch hazel in them. My box says it's for hemorrhoids but on the side it says it can also be used after childbirth to soothe the vag too.

    & I'm on standby for someone to answer your second question. I wanna know too!
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  • dancegurl1118dancegurl1118 member
    @Frogger5 I don't often see hemorrhoids while pushing if they weren't there before (internal or external). Usually mom will mention it before pushing or her concerns, but I really don't see them all the time. Don't be confused there are some legit heinous ones I've seen but it's not the norm. Just try your best to prevent them before delivery, because they don't pop up in a matter of hours for pushing (usually).
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  • CateOfChicagoCateOfChicago member
    I think I've purchased everything I need. I do need to get down to basement for the swing, car seat, bouncy seats, pump, etc. I'm not looking forward to all the clutter but I need to get it all washed. I probably need to get dd used to everything. She'll think they are her toys at first but will get bored quickly.
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  • alexam2012alexam2012 member
    I didn't get hemorrhoids until after I gave birth. There was a lot of pushing so I guess that's why. They were an issue for a few months after. I used mama bottom balm and it was pretty good.
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  • mlindzzmlindzz member
    Thinking Target buys for mama :
    Nipple cream
    Breast pads
    Maxi skirts/dresses
    Housecoat
    Comfy oversized panties
    Comfy nursing bra
    Slippers
    Breast pump

    For the LO:
    Sleepers (not just the little sleeping bag ones, but the kind that will allow him to sit in the car seat)
    Gloves
    Hat
    Blankets
    Pacifier you want to use one (give it to the nursing staff in advance so they don't accidentally introduce him to something else before hand)
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  • lindsladle15lindsladle15 member
    Frogger5 said:

    So are the Tucks and witch hazel both just for general vag swelling, or for hemorrhoids? Or both, God help us?

    Also, this isn't exactly the right place for this, but if you make it all the way to delivery without hemorrhoids, are you still likely to get them from pushing/delivery or maybe not? I mean, I know everyone doesn't get them, but I want some cold hard facts!

    I think you could use the tucks, dermoplast, etc. for anything you want! But I used them after birth and for a couple weeks while healing from my tearing and just the general pushing a baby out of my privates.
    I never had hemorrhoids during pregnancy with DD, or yet with this one, but I did get them after birth! Wasn't tooooo terrible (was able to manage with hemorrhoid cream), but I also kept the stool softeners handy!
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  • WestypetWestypet member
    These suggestions are great!
    This kind of goes in this thread-- any nesting to do's that you STMs think are important to get done before baby comes?
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  • bbnmama2012bbnmama2012 member
    I purchased a "push pack" from Amazon because I had no clue what to pack. Don't do it. It's mostly samples and a waste of money. Although, my toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, nipple cream, etc is already packed thanks to it.
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  • laurendutchlaurendutch member
    Westypet said:

    These suggestions are great!
    This kind of goes in this thread-- any nesting to do's that you STMs think are important to get done before baby comes?

    I would have a couple of meals in the freezer. Maybe have your DH make a trip to the grocery store when you are in the hospital to fill the fridge with cold cuts, milk, snacks, bread, and cereal.

    Also, see if your hospital will fill your meds before discharge. Last time my husband took 2 hours to get my pain meds!

    Have pads stocked up.
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