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20 Things To Pack In Your Hospital Bag For Child BirthI have included as much detail as possible and there are items that you may wish to discard or add to the list. For obvious reasons it would be better to select darker rather than light clothing. Here's the 20 essentials. 1. Wash bag Shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, deodorant, moisturiser, cleaning wipes, lip balm and some make up. Some amount of make up may help you feel more comfortable when visitors arrive. 2. 2 x Sponges One small sponge for sips of water and sponging your face and a larger one for sponging you down. Some women prefer to take a water spray for cooling down during labor. 3. Towels x 2 Fairly obvious what these are for! 4. Two or three clean nightdresses Pick a dark colour and select a front opening style. 5. Underwear Plenty of pairs of dark knickers, socks and your nursing bras. (See the end of this article for a free breastfeeding guide) 6. Dressing Gown and slippers 7. Something to wear during labor Most opt for a large comfortable t-shirt (better than a hospital gown) and a hair bobble. 8. Ear plugs May enable you to get some sleep while other babies are crying. 9. Mobile/Money/Phone Card Obviously, so you can make some calls. 10. Anti-constipation tablets Constipation is uncomfortable but it will be painful if you have had stitches. 11. Books/Music Things to keep you occupied in hospital 12. A warm loose fitting cardigan or similar In case you get cold while in hospital. 13. Camera and film To take pictures of course! 14. Clothes to wear home Unfortunately normally still your maternity clothes. 15. Maternity pads Very thick sanitary towels. 16. Breast pads You'll soon discover that breast milk doesn't just flow at feeding time, especially early on. 17. Rubber ring Child's inflatable swimming ring aid. May be more comfortable to sit on if you have stitches. 18. Glucose tablets For that extra energy 19. A tennis ball in a sock Can help with alleviating back pain during labor 20. Clothes/Nappies For Your Baby Sleep suits, vests, scratch mittens, nappies/diapers, nappy/diaper cream, cotton wool and blankets. Make sure your partner has the car seat ready to bring you from his car. It's unlikely that you'll need anything else if use this list. The only other thing to remember to bring with you is your birth plan, which you may wish to also pack in this bag. Good luck and happy parenting! About The Author: Thinking about breastfeeding your baby? Do you already breastfeed but have questions? Visit us now and for a limited time grab our guide free - The Complete Breastfeeding Guide - Get it for free now by visiting us at http://www.notjustbasics.com/breastfeed/guide2 |
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