Comments on: Preparing for Motherhood: Packing Your Hospital Bag

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:50:49 +0000

CHAPSTICK. And depending on how you fell about medicines you should take something to focus on during labor. For the birth of my last child I took a photo of my other kids. I taped it on the wall in front of my bed and that is what I used as a focal point during labor. I always take my own pillow. There is something about your own comfort zone that will help you rest better.

By: Colleen

Colleen — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 23:14:34 +0000

It’s also helpful to bring a note pad with you to write down what time you nurse, which side, when the baby has a wet diaper or dirty diaper, etc. Those first few weeks your pediatrician is going to ask you how many wet diapers your baby has in a day, etc. Being able to look back in my notebook for EVERYTHING including sleeping, etc. was a total lifesaver for me!

By: Mary

Mary — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:56:41 +0000

The first few days (especially in the hospital) I couldn’t live without Lanolin, Tucks pads, breast pads, and nursing bras. The hospital may provide Lanolin and Tucks but at a hefty price (you will just die when you see what it costs to have a baby – even a completely normal uncomplicated delivery!!) I am an L&D nurse and it’s insane what we charge people even for things like pads and diapers. The “sweetease” (highly concentrated sugar solution) they sometimes give babies for shots costs about $18! The little things add up so bringing your own supplies can save a lot! I also brought my own soaps, shampoo, and loofah – those hospital wash cloths are rough!

By: Carol

Carol — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 22:33:08 +0000

Your favorite Bible, to write special notes in the back of.

By: Rachel @ Life in #3

Rachel @ Life in #3 — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 20:29:31 +0000

Perfect timing! I had a dream last night that I went into premature labor and didn’t have anything ready!

By: Staci

Staci — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:41:29 +0000

SLIPPERS or flip flops and toiletries. Little travel bottles of shampoo, conditioner, comb, brush, something to tie your hair back, toothbrush, floss…all your favorites so you feel HUMAN.
And when you are leaving the hospital, take EVERYTHING from the baby’s little cart. Diapers and whatever else it has on there….formula, everything. AND remember plenty of those pads they give you – because they are the best, maxi pads do not work nearly as well.