Today marks 100 posts in 2013! Yipee! I can't believe it but on the other hand it has been a busy year with lots to talk about!
So what should I talk about today on the 100th post during Baby Talk... my hospital bag! And I probably just lost about half of you who were going to read this post! HA! Oh well- for those of you still reading... thanks! I have read lots of blog post and Pinterest pins about what I should and should not pack and here is my list of what I'm packing for me and then what I'm packing for baby.
For MAMA:
1. Comfy PJs - bought a cute set from Victoria's Secret to lounge in after baby is here and when all you nice people come to visit us in the hospital!
2. Going home Outfit- my black waffle yoga like pants from my mother-in-law and a maternity workout shirt. I have to be somewhat cute when we come home as I'm sure we'll take a picture and I don't want to look like a total frump yet!
3. Slippers- my LL Bean slippers that I LOVE and are sort of disgusting but again I LOVE!
4. Flip Flops- don't want to slip and I will probably wear these two and from the hospital
5. Boyshorts- I know I will get a pair or two of those "adorable" hospital underwear to wear after baby is born but you better believe, I'd rather be in my VS boyshorts and I'm going to get in those as quickly as I can.
6. Nursing bra & nursing pads- yep for obvious reasons this is required
7. Swim suit - I have a huge tub in my room so if I get the urge to labor in the tub (HECK no I'm not giving birth in the tub) I would prefer to be a little modest about the whole thing or at least have the option to be modest
8. My toiletries- shampoo, conditioner, tooth brush, tooth paste, deodorant, hair brush, head bands, makeup, contact solution and case, glasses, body wash
9. Pads- yep I'm going to need them, lovely.
10. Delivery Gown - I know it may be impractical and we can certainly see what this baby is doing but if this labor is going to last any substantial amount of time I did get my own gown- I know it will be disposed of afterwards but I HATE hospital gowns and feel so uncomfortable in them so I'd like to have this on hand for my own peace of mind.
11. Robe- a lightweight robe to wear after birth
For BABY:
1. Going home outfit (in both newborn and 0-3 month sizes)
2. PJs
3. Hat
4. Two receiving blankets
Ryan is packing his own bag and of course we will bring our IDs and health insurance card, the car seat, phone chargers, camera, FRIENDS dvds, music, card games, my pillows and snacks.
Can't believe we are at the point where this post is almost a requirement!
I'm linked up today with Kristin for...
But please tell me... What am I missing? Or what am I bringing that is unnecessary?
Looks like a GREAT list! I literally LIVED in my light weight robe after K was born. The hospital is so cold and yet you get these really fun post-birth night sweats, so it was great to have something to easily take on and off. I, of course, LOVE that you are bringing FRIENDS! :) Kenley was actually born during the Holiday Armadillo episode! I really can't think of anything you're missing. The hospital will have HUMUNGO pads for you to use and take home, so you can save the ones you bought for when you get home. :)
ReplyDeleteI agree on the pads, also I bet modesty will be the last thing on your mind once labor really gets going, but it is good to be prepared :)
ReplyDeleteIf you have a boppy I would bring that. It will help with nursing in the hospital. Also if the baby is going to get the snip - one of their pain relief techniques is nursing so the boppy and nipple cream will help you with that!
ReplyDeleteI agree on leaving the pads at home- you'll get more than you need at the hospital! and for a nursing pillow, I really (REALLY) liked the 'my brest friend' pillow... especially when baby is so tiny, it will hold him right up in the correct position- will keep your neck, shoulders and back (and ...ahem... the girls) feeling much better. also for nursing, MotherLove nipple cream (can get on Amazon, or at Whole Foods, or probably other spots). robe is a great idea... my friend had to have an intervention with me when Noah was born because I don't think I ever took it off.
ReplyDeleteTotally agree with your list ! We pack up flip flops in our third trimester bundles for the hospital like you ! and we also recommend nursing essentials to make you and the baby comfy! good luck !!
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