List of things to bring to hospital?

Question

Anyone have a list of what I should bring to the hospital for when I have my baby? I'm trying to pack, but other than clothes IDK. I packed babys bag already but not my own

Answer 1

Hairbrush, hair ties, toothbrush, slippers (those floors are cold!), deoderant, a good book, a deck of cards, your list of phone numbers, and clothes, shoes, etc. to wear home. That should be about all you'll need.

Answer 2

Clothes to wear home, some comfortable pads (the ones at my hospital sucked) slippers for around the room, and if you are fussy about shampoos take those also you could try getting a list from your delivering hospital. I was amazed at how many of the things I took with me I did not need after I got there. Most hospitals have a list for you. Or you could talk to the labor and delivery nurses and see what they recomend. Every hospital is different and you dont want to be underpacked but being over packed can be just as bad sometimes.

Answer 3

Honestly, less is more when packing for the hospital. For you: If you don't want to be in a hospital gown the whole time pack a loose fitting night gown, preferably one that unbuttons at the top if you plan on nursing. Pack plenty of socks (probably 4-6 pairs) Bathroom necessities: toothbrush/paste, hair brush, hair ties, deodorant, face cleanser, shampoo/conditioner, body wash. Something to do after baby is born: books, music, DVD player/laptop. Outfit to go home in (take something very loose fitting around your waist, you'll still look about 5 months pregnant and your abdomen will be extremely sensitive to pressure.) Pillows (the hospital pillows are never comfy). For baby: The hospital will provide diapers (and pads for you as well) for a charge. Go ahead and take a whole case of newborn diapers if you wish. Every baby is different, some go a lot right after birth. Some don't poop a lot. Take an outfit for pictures to be taken in. Take an outfit to take baby home in. Take plenty of blankets. Even if it's hot the day you leave the hospital, you need to cover baby up. For spouse/coach: Snacks. It may be hours while you wait for your baby to be born, and while you aren't allowed anything but ice chips, your coach needs something. Change of clothes. Toiletries Extra pillows.

Answer 4

I'll let others give you more complete lists, but have a couple of additions. Extra batteries for the digital camera are especially important!



Ask when you go on the tour what the hospital's labor policy is on snacks during labor. Our hospitals allow small snacks and nutritious beverages during labor unless it is likely you will be having a c-section. The babies and moms have far fewer problems when mom isn't starved. If allowed, take your favorites but they should be nutritious. Chocolate doesn't work all that well, I'm told as some women get nausea during labor. My Mom tells me that they may start providing the snacks.

Answer 5

well besides clothes I would try to not bring too much. I over packed with my 1st baby....you really don't need that much b/c most hospitals have the basics. Anyhow, make sure you have things like chap stick and a hair tie (during labor), a camera w/ any important phone #'s, and toiletries such as shampoo, face wash, deodorant. You might want to include some makeup (if you wear it) if you think you might have some visitors.....and you want to spruce youself up. Good luck :)

Answer 6

1. Your sense of humor.

2. A really good book that you can throw at the wall in the middle of a contraction.

3. Ibuprofen for you husband, because you'll probably injure him in some way while you're there.

4. Matt Damon...because it would be nice to have something pretty to look at.

5. A whistle to get the on-duty nurse's attention.

6. A full-time housekeeper, so you can start dictating to her what needs to be done at your house.



Sorry for the goofy list. All the other posters had good ideas...

Answer 7

when i had my baby i packed the following for myself:



comfortable gown with easy access for breastfeeding. buy a cheap one since blood may get on it.

go to the travel section in walmart and get travel sizes of the following: shampoo, soap, toothpaste, mini toothbrush, mini lotion. this will all cost very little and you can toss it when you get home or while at the hospital instead of having to unpack a lot when you get home.

slippers for cold feet. non-slip are best.

chap-stick. my lips were super dry.

yummy, good for you snacks. i packed some granola bars, crackers, and sun chips. this is good for dad too.

hair brush, if you care.

pads! extra pairs of panties. this is very important.

nursing pads. also very important.

nursing bra.

outfit for ride home. i packed a long, baggy skirt, flip-flops and my fiance's t-shirt. comfort is key.

camera.

some women pack books for themselves or hubby, but i was too tired to read.



good luck!

Answer 8

nightie/pyjamas

big knickers (not fantastic but i found em a god send)

sanitry towels (the bigger the better)

lip balm (i got really chapped lips)

a sponge

a book

maybe a snack (if the hospital permits)

hair brush and bobbles/band

good well fitting bras

deodrant

shampoo

toothbrush and paste

soap/shower gel

socks (my feet were freezing)

maybe music (again if the hospital permits)

slippers

robe

coins or a card for the phone

really it depends how long you will be staying in the hospital

there maybe other optional things that you mite think may make your labour easier for you!!

Good Luck and you'll be fine xxx

Answer 9

somepeople will give you a very long list just take clothes for youself. take the baby's book, camaras, snack for you and your coach. it seem like it took for very for the cafe to bring me food. book to read. thats all you really need

maybe some change for soda or more snacks.



I guess i am alot different than everyone else after the baby was born i ate slept for 1hour showered and was wide awake. i was glad i had my book and cell phone with games.

Answer 10

Hospitals are notoriously chilly, so plan ahead to keep your tootsies warm. Bring slippers or socks for walking around your room or down the hall.

Answer 11

The only things that I brought for myself was PJ's (no need to bring normal clothes, you won't wear them), toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, lotion, body wash, tooth brush and paste...ect.), camera, your own pillow (hospital pillows suck!)...stuff like that, you don't need to pack a lot of things, because you won't use them.

Answer 12

Try http://www.babycenter.com, http://www.ivillage.com, or you could even google and find some very detailed lists on what to bring to the hospital for you and your baby.

Answer 13

pretty much all you need is clothes they give you all of your toiletries and everything at hte hospital. unless you want your own. don't stress over it and if you find that you need somehting you didn't bring have someone go get it for you. Congratulations!

Answer 14

bring a change of cloth

Answer 15

maybe a good book , some crossword puzzles, an I-pod w/ your favorite tunes ? Some chewing gum

Answer 16

everything in everyone elses lists plus chapstick you will need it

Answer 17

toiletries, slippers, bathrobe, nursing gown, undies, nursing pads

Answer 18

DO NOT FORGET THE CAR SEAT..