I've updated my
hospital packing list from Little Man's birth. I am happy to have this done because this way I can pack quickly or if I have to go to the hospital prior to packing, I can just hand Fr John the list and be assured that we will have everything we need.
- Icon and Prayer Book
- Birth plan
- Insurance card and hospital paperwork
- Hairbrush and hair clips
- Pajamas, slippers, and several pairs of socks
- Book, magazine, puzzle book, paper, and pens
- Money
- Toiletries, chapstick, and travel clock
- Laptop, Camera, Cell Phone (loaded with numbers to call after the birth)
- Snacks for after the birth and hard candy and mints for during
- Nursing bras, lots of underwear. and maxi pads
- List of people and their telephone numbers to call after baby is born
- Going home outfits for mama and baby
- Blanket, hat, booties, and sweater for baby
- Diaper bag with things for big sister, brother, and baby
- Activities and snacks for big sister and big brother while visiting Mama and Baby in hospital
- Bottle of Sparkling Cider
I've updated my hospital packing list from Little Man's birth. I am happy to have this done because this way I can pack quickly or if I have to go to the hospital prior to packing, I can just hand Fr John the list and be assured that we will have everything we need.
good to be prepared! my best wishes!
ReplyDeleteI might have to copy this. Our birth center keeps meals in the fridge for moms and dads and a basket of snacks in room, but I love the addition of the sparkling cider!
ReplyDeletedoes your hospital limit food intake? If so :-( Honey Straws are a GREAT energy boost and easy on the belly.
ReplyDeleteI devoured them during my 2nd child's labor, and as a birth doula, I always bring plenty (for the laboring mama ... And Me)
Courtney, all our hospital stocks is saltines, graham crackers, and soda/juice at times other than meals. We had Little Man at around midnight, and I was STARVING! I always crave a big burger after giving birth, so if this baby comes when a restaurant is open, I am SO sending Fr John!
ReplyDeleteHomewordbound, I don't really know if the hospital limits food. my guess is yes:( That is something to ask my doctor on Tuesday. Thanks for reminding me!
I think limiting food is a huge disservice to women. :-( I remember when we arrived for DS2's birth, the nurse urged me to order dinner before the kitchen closed since "all" she had was sandwiches, fruit, cereal, milk, crackers, soda, etc. I had a nice dinner and I'm glad since labor didn't real get going for another 6 hours! I was in the shower around two AM with back labor and DH was handing me a granola bar! He even went out for pizza at one point (though I couldn't even look at it)...
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