What did you put in your hospital bag??

[bagpuss]

Hi everyone!

I have only just started to think about my bag for when I go into hospital,and have started to put it together.It may sound like a daft question,but what should I include?
And is there anything that any of you thought"I wish I'd have put that in" or" next time I will take..."
I thought it best to ask here than anywhere else!
Bagpuss

 

[Dee1985]

hi mate, i had Dior at 35weeks and didnt have my bag ready lol.. it was a night mare i gave birth in a smelly hospital gown, but im getting a bag out the atic this week to get mine ready..

for my bag im getting..

night shirt to deliver in.
loads of big pants (tesco do a cheap pack of huge white pants bout 75p for 3pairs im getting loads of them then il just frow them away after iv worn them)
nice pjs for after the birth im taking 3pairs
slippers
good support bra
soap
tooth brush
deodrant
make up (if your a poser like me)[/color][/color]

for baby bag

nappies
baby wipes
dummy
3sleep suits
3vests
a nice outfit to take baby home
a nice blanket hospital give u them but there not very nice

 

[Sarah&Braydon]

i would have packed more for B as he was quite sicky and had to change him loads mum had to bring allowed of stuff with her lol when she came to visit!!!

aslo my hospital didnt provide drinks etc for my mum n dad (BP) so id check if your did if not your (BP) mite wanna pack some drinks and stuff

 

[MrsG]

Hi

when I prepared my hospital bag I pinched a copy of a post from kerry, as I thought it was really good.

Hope this is as much help to you, as it was to me

Things to bring into hospital with you:

Toiletries and night wear Clothes to wear during the day once you have had the baby (T-shirts and leggings)
Bath towel
Bra and breast pads
Disposable pants
Sanitary towels
Coins for the phone

Additional things for when you are in labour to make you feel more comfortable:
Comfortable nightie or a big T shirt
Lip salve
Water spray
Don't forget the camera and the film
For partners: ensure there is enough petrol in the car!

For the baby:
Disposable nappies
Vests and babygros
Cotton wool
Scratch mitts

What to take for your stay in hospital

Two to three front-opening nightgowns
Bathrobe
Socks and slippers
Maternity underwear, including a nursing bra and breast pads
Two to three packets of maternity sanitary towels
Personal care items such as a toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, hairbrush, comb and body lotion
Massage oils, lotions or a tennis ball. Your partner can use these to give you a back massage
Reading and/or writing material, just in case you are in for a long wait (or stay)
CD player/radio; soothing music might help you to relax
Camera/video camera or digital camera and enough rolls of film or tape. You don't want this photo opportunity to go by without someone capturing the special moment! Make sure that you can lock these items up in a cupboard or other safe place
If you want to phone family and friends with the good news after your baby has been born, you should not forget to pack your cellular telephone. However, make sure that you are allowed to use the phone in the hospital
A watch or clock with a second hand to time your contractions
If you haven't decided on a name for your baby, don't forget to put a baby name book in the bag
Snacks such as boiled or glucose sweets and diluted natural fruit juice Extra set of clothes and flat shoes that you can wear when leaving the hospital
Some women take their make-up bag, while others prefer not to bother with it. However, be prepared for photo opportunities!

What to take for your newborn baby
A few nappies Waterproof pants
At least two to three babygros
Socks or booties
Blanket
A car seat that your newborn baby will fit into

If there are other items that you think might make for a more comfortable stay in hospital, take them with.

It is also a good idea to take an empty bag in which you can put all the presents you and your new baby will receive during your stay in hospital.

 

[rach]

ive started to think about bags for hospital and have decided to pack 3 different bags
1 for labour
1 for straight after for me and baby if going home within 24 hours and
1 for if i have to stay in hospital for any length of time
the second 2 can stay in car till needed
got that far and have started to pack bag number 1 for labour but still all seems so far away
xxxxxxx

 

[Hypnorm]

this is the list my mw gave out - food to snack on was a good idea
FOR LABOUR:

 T-Shirt / Nightie – for labour
 Flannel
 Water Spray
 Socks
 Music CD’s
 Cartons of juice / cereal bars / banana
 Lipbalm
 Slippers
 Massage oil
 Hair grips

AFTER THE BIRTH:

 Maternity pads
 Disposable pants / old pants
 Clean nighties
 Washbag
 Bath Towel
 Breast pads
 Arnica tablets / tea tree or lavender oil

FOR BABY

 Nappies – one pack of newborn
 Baby grows x 6
 Vests x 6
 Cardigan
 Scratch mitts
 Cotton hat
 Cotton wool
 Blanket for journey home

 

[Sarahe]

Hi I have just started to think about my hospital bag.

and this morning sorted out baby grow and vest etc that we had brought only to find I had got confused and brought baby grows for a 14lb baby

I have had to put these away and start again but to make sure I buy newborn

the list is great by the way

Sarah