Hospital Bag - What To Pack

[WelshGirl]

I noticed other ladies on the ward with their hairdryers and straightners, so i've packed in travel hairdryer and will throw my straightners in when im leaving!

Also when i was getting out of the bath i was putting on some foundation and mascara and the midwife told me i was 'just right' because it gives you a lift, your sitting in hospital with barely any sleep, tired and your in pain you dont feel the best, she said its psyhcological, it just makes you feel better, even if it is just abit of foundation!

I'll defo be packing straightners & make-up then....my OH told me it was silly to pack them, but sod it....I'm packing them, and he can't stop me!!!!

 

[Gwizz]

I know its early for me to consider this thread lol but when we say 'suitcase' or 'bag' how big are we actually talking about?!!!!! I dont wanna look like im due to fly out of Heathrow for a month!

xx

 

[XKatX]

I know its early for me to consider this thread lol but when we say 'suitcase' or 'bag' how big are we actually talking about?!!!!! I dont wanna look like im due to fly out of Heathrow for a month!

xx

I've packed a smallish sized pull along suitcase. The size you could probably take for a week away. It is the perfect size.

 

[luvbunsazzle]

What pads did u pack? Tena ladies? Were they the night ones or? So confused!! GRRR

 

[missjacey44]

I noticed other ladies on the ward with their hairdryers and straightners, so i've packed in travel hairdryer and will throw my straightners in when im leaving!

Also when i was getting out of the bath i was putting on some foundation and mascara and the midwife told me i was 'just right' because it gives you a lift, your sitting in hospital with barely any sleep, tired and your in pain you dont feel the best, she said its psyhcological, it just makes you feel better, even if it is just abit of foundation!

I'll defo be packing straightners & make-up then....my OH told me it was silly to pack them, but sod it....I'm packing them, and he can't stop me!!!!

Omg i was thinking about taking my straightners because if i wash my hair without drying and straightning i feel so depressed because i hate my hair! I thought i would look like an idiot getting straightners out though.. Maybe i will take them after all!!!

 

[XKatX]

Oh, well this has made my day! I'll add my GHDs in the morning!!!!

 

[WelshGirl]

I know its early for me to consider this thread lol but when we say 'suitcase' or 'bag' how big are we actually talking about?!!!!! I dont wanna look like im due to fly out of Heathrow for a month!

xx

My bag is going to be a smallish wheeled holdall - similar size to this, maybe a bit smaller;

https://www.argos.co.uk/static/Prod...nt+carriers+and+trolley+holdalls|10199509.htm

I plan to take all of the things for the baby in her changing bag.

xx

 

[Luhweez]

My suitcase is about the same size as the one Welsh showed, and it was great because you can just tuck it under the bed and then you have your side locker that would fit 2 other bags and then all your bits and pieces..i don't know where all this 'bring the minimum' malarky came from, maybe its just my hospital but they dont seem to mind how much you have with you aslong as your not making a mess!

 

[missjacey44]

My suitcase is about the same size as the one Welsh showed, and it was great because you can just tuck it under the bed and then you have your side locker that would fit 2 other bags and then all your bits and pieces..i don't know where all this 'bring the minimum' malarky came from, maybe its just my hospital but they dont seem to mind how much you have with you aslong as your not making a mess!

My hospital or midwife havnt mentioned anything about dont bring to much, im allowed to take my own pillow and allsorts. My midwife keeps going on about how it is so important to be relaxed before & after birth and i know i will be more relaxed if i have everything i need instead of leaving certain things at home because i had 'too much' ! Aslong as im not making a mess or disturbing anyone else i will do what i like within reason!

 

[Roxie]

is so unfair, my midwife keeps going on moaning that i have to keep my stuff to a minimum



so im gonna keep lots of stuff in the car boot, for just incase



id rather have lots of bits than want something and not have it!!


xx

 

[Luhweez]

is so unfair, my midwife keeps going on moaning that i have to keep my stuff to a minimum



so im gonna keep lots of stuff in the car boot, for just incase



id rather have lots of bits than want something and not have it!!


xx

Is that your community midwife or a midwife at the hospital?

 

[WelshGirl]

I don't think I need to worry about how much I take in, as I will be in a private room the whole time....

But seriously, if you turn up with 'too much', what are they gonna do?!? They're not going to send you home to re-pack, are they?!?!

 

[o0oCharlieo0o]

lol i turned up with loads last time, they never said anything, its better to have to much than to little! when i was pregnant with brendan i started packing mine at about 20 weeks lol this time im trying not to start till at least 30 weeks! i have totally forgot what should be packed though, all i know is i took way to much stuff last time

 

[brownhairedmom]

Okay here's what I have so far:

Baby:
2 recieving blankets
2 hats
mits
booties
2 burp cloths
Wipes
Diapers
Penetan cream
2 onesies
2 sleepers




Me:
Birth Plan
Lip Balm
Nursing shawl
2 pj pants
Tanktops
Tooth brush
Toothpaste
shaving gel
razor
Moisturizer
Shampoo
Conditioner
Mouthwash
Deodrant
Socks
Robe
Pads
Camera/Batteries
Ipod
Track bottoms
2 Outfits
Hoody



Needed:
Pack of bras
Pack of Underwear
Slippers
Bottles of water
Packs of Jolly Ranchers
Hot water bottle
Notification List

Need to Grab:
Makeup bag
Cell Phone/Charger
Hair dryer
Hair product

What am I missing?

 

[Becky]

I want jolly ranchers in my hospital bag

x

 

[XKatX]

I want jolly ranchers in my hospital bag

x

What are Jolly Ranchers?

 

[Becky]

hard sweets but really fruity and yummy!!

x

 

[Zarababy1]

U know i didnt even use one nappy i packed at hospital, they have nappys there, they put one on him as soon as he was born and then when they showed me how to bath him (seems wierd that i had to be shown now!) they put a fresh one on him, all i ended up using was two vests and two baby growsi was there for 9 hours before going home, i think it depends on your hospital, for you self you definatly need very thick maternity pads because the aftermath is like a car crash!, i bought diposable kinickers too, breast pads change of clothes, Oh a hat for baby, a coat, a really nice blanket because they take a photo

 

[Blob]

I started to pack my bag last night... I'm proud of myself!! Havent even got half the stuff i need but heyho Tescos is open 24hrs

 

[XKatX]

I started to pack my bag last night... I'm proud of myself!! Havent even got half the stuff i need but heyho Tescos is open 24hrs

About time too young lady!!!