Hospital Bag

[charlieworld]

Hi,

I know it's early (I'm 23weeks) but I've already started playing "pack bags for hospital".

Anyone got a good list of things to include?

 

[sue_88]

Here is my list - I wrote this before I was pregnant. Planning a homebirth but still packing a full bag for me & baby!

FOR ME:
Maternity Notes
Pillow
Nighty x 2 – birth
Pyjamas x 2 – after birth
Light weight dressing gown (MAYBE)
Socks x 5
Black knickers x 20
Disposable knickers x 5 pack (MAYBE)
Nursing bra x 2
Slippers
Flip Flops
Maternity Pads x 20 (up to 40)
(reusable cloth) Breast Pads x 10
Joggers & Tops (or maxi dress)
Small bin liners for dirty items

Shampoo (mini)
Conditioner (mini)
Shower Gel (mini)
Shower Scrunchie/Flannel
Towels (DARK COLOUR) x 2
Deodorant
Body Lotion
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Lipsil / Vaseline
Nipple cream
Anti-bacterial gel
Hairbrush
Hair Bands
Make-up & Make-up wipes
Contact Lenses & Glasses
Pocket Tissues x 2 packs
Paracetamol
Hairdryer (MAYBE)
Instant Ice Packs/Cooling gel

Mobile Phone & Charger
Camera & Charger
MP3 Player, Headphones & Mini Speaker
Book & Magazine
Telephone Numbers
Money

Small cool bag – inside big bag
Snacks (sarnies / crisps / chocs)
Sweets
Frozen water bottles x 3
Lucozade Drinks/Juice Cartons


FOR BABY:
Car Seat
Blanket

Baby Vests (1 - tiny, 2 - newborn)
Baby Sleepsuit (1 - tiny, 3 – newborn)
Scratch Mittens x 2 pairs
Socks x 2 pairs
Booties x 1
Hat x 2
Leaving hospital outfit

Newborn nappies x 27 ( 1 pack)
Newborn wipes
Cotton wool balls
Nail clippers/scissors
Nappy bags
Muslins x 5
Bibs x 2
Sudocream
Folding Changing mat
Teddy / Blankie


JUST IN CASE
Ready to drink Infant Milk
Ready to use Infant teats


I'm single so no need for any FOB items - but you'll need something for him as well if he is present.

 

[_Lexi_]

As well as pyjamas for after birth, take a nightie, just in case you have to have a c section for whatever reason and need a catheter in!! A lot of hospitals won't allow hair dryers/straighteners as they're not pat tested, so check with your hospital. Big knickers, again, in case of c section, the bigger the better!! I think I kept my list from last time, need to dig it out!! At my 28 week midwife appointment I got given a list of 'essential' things to pack and what my hospital supplied (not much!!) x

 

[pebbie1]

There's a thread about it in third tri at the top. Lots of good tips

 

[pebbie1]

Oh and this is the list I used when giving birth to my daughter.
https://www.hipp.co.uk/uploads/documents/expert advice/pregnancy/hipp-baby-checklist.pdf

 

[lewood88]

as im haveing a planned c section this time ill know what i need, with dd i didnt plan for a csection so when i had one my mom bless her had to get more stuff for me as i was in a whole week, but you watch ill be better prepared and they will send me home early lol

 

[cantwaitforu]

Bring wash items you want for the baby - at my hospital they washed DS and I was so happy I had soaps and lotions I wanted for him.

Bring slippers for yourself.

Snacks

Reusable water bottle

Ginger ale (or change for the vending machines). I had a planned c section and the first thing I drank after fasting for more than 12 hours and the operation was ginger ale. Best thing I have ever tasted!!

Bring loose comfy clothes for going home.

A few cute and comfy outfits for the baby. Bring two or three (different sizes).

Video camera - make sure you film the baby shortly after birth. Those beautiful moments go by so fast and unfortunately, you quickly forget them.

regular camera - take lots of pictures!

Hair ties/clips/brush/tooth brush/tooth paste/wash cloth/shampoo and conditioner/soap - all the regular toiletries you need.

Nail clippers - your nails were nice and long during pregnancy, but not good for holding baby!

Also, pack like you may have a c section. You never know! But also don't over pack. We brought so much crap that we never even used.