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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...
What to Take to Hospital.
Asked by S.L. from Kansas City
on August 9, 2009
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My daughter and I went to her one day Lamaze class today. I did think that much of the information was great. I am a bit overwhelmed by the amount of things they sug...
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- I don't know if anyone mentioned this already, but don't forget to bring the baby book, if you're keeping one. My hospital would have inked my son's hands and feet fo...
- Hi S.: You might want to check with the Hospital, most of them now have a snack station on the maternity wards for the mom to be and coach. They keep it stocked wit...
- OK mom, first take a deap breath! I wouldn't worry so much on material things for "comfort" so much. Ask your daughter if she DOES want to bring something. Me, I labor...
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.
New Dad Gift Idea Needed
Asked by J.D. from Minneapolis
on January 18, 2009
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Im 36 Wks pregnant with my first child (a boy!)! I was wondering if anyone had any ideas on a "new dad" gift to give to my fiance (the baby's father). I wanted someth...
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- Not sure but if you are thinking t-shirt, get something put on it, as a saying. But make it white and when they do the foot prints of the baby he can have them do it o...
- A nice "Me & Dad" picture frame is adorable. That 1st snapshot of dad holding his bundle of joy is always a precious moment. When our daughter was born we got one that...
- How about ear plugs so he can sleep through the night? Or a bottle so he can help in those late night feedings? My DH got a "kit" with earplugs, a bottle, mask, and a ...
C-section and Hospital Bag
Asked by K.W. from Dallas
on April 4, 2009
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I want to preface this with some info :) I had my first son 3.5 years ago. He was a scheduled induction, I went in at midnight and had a beautiful bouncing boy at 9 ...
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- I haven't had a c-section but have had my appendix removed- it's painful! Many of my friends that have had c-sections swear by the post c-section support belt, they a...
- I've had 2 C-Sections (both breach, both 8 1/2 lbs). I agree with many of the previous statements... socks, stretchy pants, lip balm, etc. Several points I think nee...
- I had a c-section three years ago and thought it was much easier than my vaginal ten years ago. I guess my experience was a little different than those already mention...
What to Pack in "The Bag"
Asked by S.T. from Kansas City
on March 1, 2009
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Hey there all you wonderful mama's!! I am 38 weeks with our first baby. I am just wondering, aside from the obvious things, what all should I pack in my hospital bag? ...
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- S., i lived about 5 minutes from olathe medical when we were there so i didn't have any issues about 'forgetting' things - my hubby stopped by the house every day anyw...
- Ditto what Amber said with a few other things Chapstick Ipod (load some relaxing, mellow songs) laptop if you have one. We sent out an announcement that evening ...
- -Bring your own shampoo/conditioner & soap. Yes, the hospital does provide some, but it's terrible! -Change for the vending machine/cafeteria for your husband. -Cha...
Items for a 2 Year Old to Receive from New Baby Brother at Hospital
Asked by C.L. from Saginaw
on July 30, 2007
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Looking for ideas of things to slide into my hospital bag to take up for my 2 1/2 (at that time) year old to receive from his new brother. I am also wanting to add a...
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- We bought my daughter a shirt that said "I'm A Big Sister". They have it for boys, too. What we did was, we got the shirt and then put it on a teddy bear. She loved it...
- Hi C., First of all - congrats on the new addition! My daughter was 33 months when my son was born (in April 2007). My mom kept my daughter the whole day I was in ...
- Hi C.~ Our son was 2 1/2 when his brother was born. We prepared him by telling him that mommy was going to the hospital b/c it was time for the doctor to get the bab...
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 ...
Hosp. Stay
Asked by B.P. from Hattiesburg
on July 22, 2007
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Ok i know i have a 2 year old but now i'm trying to have a bag ready to go to the hosp. With baby #2. So can yall tell me some thing that i don't have listed that i m...
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- I agree with Tina- I took pillows from home that I picked up pretty cheap in case they got trashed. They made all the difference for me, plus when my daughter was bor...
- If you are going to be breastfeeding I would pack Lansinoh, but the hosp. I delivered at always gave it to me. Definitely pack a boppy pillow and your personal pillows...
- I would definitely pack a BABY BOOK for the little footprints. I would also pack a very cute little pink outfit for the baby to take her first pictures in, the outfits...
