What to Pack in My Labor Bag for the Hospital?
Okay now, the baby shower has passed, the baby gifts have arrives, the baby room (nursery) is painted and well decorated. The baby has started kicking like never before, you know its a boy or girl? You have signed your 4 months leave, the due date is like a week away. And the anxiety of expectations is running in your mind like mad, you have already started dreaming about the hospital labor and the baby.
But, have you packed for the hospital bag? I thought so! Most new mothers and first time baby mother have already done so. Many pack the labor bags after the baby shower gifts have arrived. Maybe its because you now have everything you want and what ever you have bought for the baby will be enough.
We suggest you start packing your baby hospital bag a month before, as you know or the doctor tolled you that it can be before the date or later. I think packing the hospital bag will be an opening experience for you and your husband (if you pack it together). You now realise that in 2 weeks weeks time when you come back home, things will be different and there is no turning back.
Most results show that when there is only 2 weeks left for the babies due date, sleeping becomes a problem because of all the anxiousness you are feeling. And the mothers bodies change doesn't make it easier. What to do when your new born baby comes home .
You have to pack the hospital bag for you and the baby. For the baby you can pack for 3 to 5 days clothes and same with the mother. You might never know when you might need it!
What to pack for the Hospital...the mother
The mother doesn't need anything fancy or expensive. You will need to pack things for during the labor and after the baby is born. Stages Of Pregnancy Calendar | Pregnancy Prediction Calendar ... These will just be summarised facts of your baby changes and your body through out the 9 months stages.
Also check with the hospital, what they provide and what you can bring from home, to make the experience as homely as possible. Maybe you might need to bring your own extra pillows or cushion and blankets.
In summary here is what you need in you hospital bag...
A gown, night dress or pyjamas
Slippers
Pairs of socks
Not so useful night dress or T-shirt for the labour
Underwear's
Nursing bras & pads
Towel
Sanitary napkins
Toiletries (bath napkins, toothbrush, toothpaste, bar soap, lotion, deodorant, hairbrush)
Going home outfit
What to pack for the Hospital...the baby
Baby clothes (You can pack 3 sets)
Warm big blanket
Nappies
Socks or booties
Hats
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