What a wonderful way to nurture your nesting instinct! Packing for the
hospital is a wonderful sign of things to come. A woman's birthing
experience is as unique as her baby. What is important for one expectant
mother may not have meaning for another. As you pack, think of what makes
you comfortable and what is most important to you. Most likely in all the
excitement, you won't touch half of the things you bring to the hospital.
But when you reach for that one thing that sounds perfect to you, you certainly
want it to be there!
Comfortable 6 Month Maternity Clothes for Trip Home
Comfortable Lounging Outfit
Contacts or Glasses
Deodorant
Extra Clothes for Dad
Extra Pillows
Gown to Wear During Birth to Throw Away Later
Hair Bands to Pull Back Hair
Birthing Ball if the Hospital does not Have One
Hair Dryer
Health Insurance Card
Hospital Pre-Registration Forms
If Cold, Car Seat Bunting
Makeup
Money for Cafeteria Food
Mouthwash
Music CD’s and Player
Notebook and Paper
Nursing Bra Pads
Nursing Bras
Object to Focus on During Labor
Pediatrician’s Phone Number
Phone List and Pre-Paid Calling Card
Pillows from
Home
Prescription Medication
Receiving Blanket for Trip Home
Several Pairs Loose Fitting Underwear
Shampoo and Conditioner
Slippers
Snacks for Dad for Long Labors
Snacks for You for After Delivery
Special Clothes for Baby Hospital Picture
Special Clothes for Baby Trip Home
Special Soap
Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Two Pairs Loose Fitting Pajamas that Open in Front for
Nursing
Video Camera, Charger and Tapes
From the Hospital
You will be provided with a few things for you and your baby in the hospital.
Bassinettes usually have drawers that will contain items for your baby.
These can include a hat, hospital baby blanket, pacifier, suction bulb
and diapers. Your hospital may send Mom home with large sanitary pads and
one or two cold packs for your vaginal area. You may be given a squeeze
bottle to be used for warm water cleansing after visiting the bathroom.
