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Hospital Bag,
Asked by L.D. from Las Vegas
on July 4, 2009
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ok, i feel silly writing this being i was in this situation only 2 1/2 years ago, but what should i pack in my "hospital bag" (besides the obvious clothes, toiletries ...
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- Good question, As a doula and a Childbirth educator, I go through this one a lot. A relaxing pillow scent like lavendar - you may want to help the room not so "Hostpi...
- A tennis ball-this saved me during my 1st labor. Snacks for hubby during and for you after. Check with the hospital about the phone use, you may need a phone card to...
- Music, for the labor. It was essential for us... baby blanket. Carseat. It doesn't fit in the bag =), but you need it to get home... Good birthing R.
What Goes into a "Hospital Bag"???
Asked by N.S. from Philadelphia
on January 21, 2008
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Hey all, I was wondering what do i need to make sure i have in my hospital bag?? i am soo lost, some people say pack light, some people have given me a list! HELP PLEA...
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- Comfortable pajamas, maybe a robe, maxi pads, toothbrush, clothes to come home in, stuff like that. My biggest thing when I was pregnant the second time around was th...
- My most useful items were comfy slippers and a warm zip-up sweatshirt to sit up in bed and be warm when I nursed!
- Since I had to go into the hospital early (1 month) to have my daughter, I only had a few minutes to pack. I suggest bringing a nursing bra (if you plan to nurse), a ...
Packing Bag to Bring to Hospital
Asked by S.C. from Chicago
on October 4, 2006
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I am due in a month and figured I better start thinking about packing my hospital bag. I will be delivering at Kishwaukee hospital. I know to bring the basics (shampoo...
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- I just had my baby on the 27th and I would recommend just bringing a robe but wear the hospital gowns they are comfortable and you may want to change them frequently ...
- I wore their gown at night only because of the bleeding and my own clothes during the day. I found sweats and a button down shirt like a flannel to be comfortable. T...
- You can wear what you want, but remember you're wearing the Texas size underwear they give you with Texas size pads and you may not want to wear nice pj's...bring a ro...
Recommendations for Packing Our Hospital Bag?
Asked by C.H. from Sacramento
on April 7, 2008
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We're expecting our first child in about 5 weeks' time, and there are plenty of lists out there for what to bring in your hospital bag for labor, birth, post-partum, a...
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- Congratulations!! Your request brought tears of joy to my eyes! I just went through that amazing time of anticipating my first born child. It is an experience unlik...
- Congratulations! I'm a first time mom also (7/7/07). Consider the fact that you might delivery c-section, even if it's not planned. I delivered 2 mos. early. Bring...
- Hi C., I delivered in Sutter Roseville three times, and I can tell you, that they take EXCELLENT care of you over there. For the new baby, you really don't have to ...
When Should I Pack My Hospital Bag!?
Asked by K.E. from Dallas
on March 28, 2007
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I am 33 weeks and I like to be prepared as much as possible in every situation. When is a good time to pack my bag that I will be taking with me to the hospital? If th...
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- K., Congratulations! It's not too early to pack your bag. I was surprised at 28 weeks. K
- I had my bag packed at about 34-35 weeks, just in case my kids came early...which they didn't. But it doesn't hurt and it's one less thing on your mind. D.
- I didn't pack early on either of my pregnacies. My first I packed after I went into labor and my second was a planned c-section so I just packed the night before. The ...
My Baby Bag's Blown Up
Asked by S.M. from San Francisco
on June 26, 2008
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Argh! So I'm out for summer and I can't get a handle of this baby bag. Every weekend when we go out it's my job to pack the kid's stuff. Diapers, wipes, extra clothes...
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- Gallon size ziplock baggies! Smaller ones too. I put the items in baggies and then they are all protected and organized. Dirty outfits go in the bag protecting ...
- Seems you have received a lot of advice and I didn't get to read through them all so this may be a repeat. It is also my job to pack the diaper bag. I have a little ...
- I can offer two thoughts. We now have a place for everything in our dipaer bag and it must be returned to it's place. For example a pair of socks for each of my 4 ch...
Diaper Bag Recommendations
Asked by S.O. from Champaign
on January 23, 2008
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I currently have a 9*10*6 diaper bag that is TOO SMALL. I have gone through two larger, hospital diaper bags in under 2 years. I am looking for a larger, quality bag...
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- I use the Land's End backpack. It is a little more expensive than most, but it holds everything. And I like that I can put it on my back and have both hands free.
- I almost never use a "diaper bag". I have several tote bags that I rotate. My favorite one is blue leather with fabric lining. I'm also a fan of canvas or cotton ones ...
- I have a Kathy Van Zeeland diaper bag. Its two years old and still looks new. It looks like a big black purse thats 17" x 6" 1/2 x 10" 1/2. Babies R Us use to sell the...
What to Pack for Hospital
Asked by R.S. from Boston
on April 22, 2009
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I'm not sure about what to pack for myself and baby for the hospital stay.
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- Well for the baby they should have everything you need right there except the clothes you want to bring her home in. I have to say you couldn't have picked a lovelier...
- R., Congrats first of all on your little bundle of joy! Make sure you bring what your little angel will wear home. For you...well I would make sure comfortable clot...
- congratulations! pack comfy PJ's/sweats BUT know they may get dirty - after you deliver you will be wearing large sanitary napkins for days up to a week. (with my 2nd...
New Diaper Bag Needed
Asked by E.C. from Orlando
on June 19, 2009
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Hi Moms – I am in desperate need of a new diaper bag. I’ve hated my bag since the day I left the hospital with my daughter. The Columbia bag is always falling over...
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- Get a back pack. Fits everything , usually has front and side pockets,can put it on your back for hands free and the straps can go over the stroller
- It is so important to love your diaper bag. Otherwise it will frustrate you to no end. I started out with two that I hated. Then, when my daughter was about 9 months ...
- Hi E. ~ I loved my diaper bag from Vera Bradley. They come in many different colors and most shops always seem to be "retiring" a color, so you could probably find one...
What Should I Pack for the Hospital?
Asked by K.M. from Chicago
on November 10, 2009
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Hi, mamas!
It is getting to be the time where I should be packing my bag for the hospital. In the books that I have been reading and checking on line there are lis...
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- Ok, here's what I had (and it worked: I also only stayed 24 hours as I would rather be at home. I also had a short list of birth requests: Low lights, no epidural (jus...
- Congrats! I wish I would have brought a robe. Everything else I bought with me. Slippers, super important if you want to walk around. socks books, magazines s...
- One piece of advice that I got and ended up needing was to bring a piece of maternity clothing you can wear home that has a very high or no waistband (like a dress) ju...
