What to bring to the hospital
By jenntabs08
@jenntabs08 (45)
Philippines
15 responses
@suren2k6cse (2621)
• India
21 Jan 07
be care full mam and take the need thing that doctor told and you mother told.Congractulations!
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@simplysue (631)
• United States
26 Jan 07
Bring a comfortable robe in case the room isn't warm enough for you. Other than that I just brought the bare necessities such as clothes to go home in for the baby and myself, my personal hygeine items and of course, my husband brought the camera. :) Be careful not to bring anything of great value as you won't always be in your room to watch over it!
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@starr4all (2863)
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22 Jan 07
Let me think...it's been 4 years...I would bring clothes for you and the baby to go home in. Some newborn diapers for going home. Socks for you...the floor can be cold while walking around...A nightgown that you don't mind getting ruined. Some maxi pads. Your toiletries. The hospital does provide a lot while your their. We also brought VHS/DVD's. The recovery room we stayed in had a vcr/dvd player so we could watch movies/tv. I also brought reading material.
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@Perry2007 (2229)
• Philippines
19 Jan 07
Congractulations! I wont be able to help you alot with this, But take care and bring the most essential things.
@marief2rnurse (2704)
• United States
22 Jan 07
Bring:
your toothbrush
toothpaste
extra underwears
pajamas
camera
cellphone
some money
hairbrush
your kikay kit (make up kit)
a drinking glass
spoon and fork
some snacks for your guests
for your baby:
feeding bottle
bonnet
those hand thingies i can't think of the name right now
booties
baby blanket
a couple of outfits for your baby
and most importantly, bring someone who will take care of you.
goodluck and take good care of yourself, i'm sure you're so excited already!
@marief2rnurse (2704)
• United States
22 Jan 07
I forgot the most important things!
Bring id, your insurance card and if you're married, your marriage contract, you will need those to fill out the baby's birth certificate.
Also, if you are in the US, bring a cute outfit for your baby, they usually take a picture of your baby and you can order a copy if you want, I think they also give free proofs.
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@lovemydsdominik (282)
• United States
26 Feb 07
For the baby bring: an couple outfits, and a blankie (if cold out). For you: a going home outfit, comfy robe and slippers (I was so happy I brought mine, a couple pairs undies and socks (my socks got blood on them during delivery, and make-up if you want to put it on (I had to at least put on mascara), oh, and a hair tie. Oh yea, and if your husband will be staying at the hospital I would reccommend bringing some comfy pillows and a nice blanket for him.
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@selina0625 (1379)
• Philippines
28 Feb 07
Congratulations on your first baby! I wish a safe and healthy pregnancy. You must really be very excited by now that your nearing your due date.I know all soon to be parents are.I'll tell you that, that day will be the happiest day of your life. Enjoy being a mom.
Things to bring:
These are what I used during my birthing day:
For you - bath robe
- towel
- soap
- clothes (2 sets) or 3 maybe
- toiletries(toothbrush,comb etc)
- adult diaper
For the baby
- swaddling cloth
- baby clothes
- mittens and booties
- newborn diapers
That's it, i hope I'm not forgeting anything...if you forgot something make sure your husband is always with you so you can send him off to pick up or buy those things hehehe .
Goodluck to you and your Family.I'm praying for your safe delivery!
@blacknight000 (1397)
• Philippines
19 Jan 07
Just bring the most necessary things!...Just like the clothes for the new baby!...All that baby needs!...To make sure!...lolz
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@aidonia (4209)
• Greece
19 Jan 07
Wellcome to mylot family.I wish for you and your babys the best.Allready the advice they give to you for take you with you the more important things is right.Just don't forget to put everthing days before at the bag and don't let anything for the last days.
@nnsb75 (632)
• United States
20 Jan 07
you could probably bring everything that you and the baby needs coz i don't think the hospital there give you any supply to use when giving birth, when i give birth i didn't really bring anything coz hospital here in the US provide you with everything you need.
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@chebin (286)
• Philippines
20 Jan 07
Congratulations! I did ask myself that question before I gave birth last September. You could ask your hospital if you should provide the clothes of your baby once he/she is born or should you provide going home clothes. My hospital just asked for going home clothes. They provided the clothes of my baby while he was still in the nursery. Better bring some newborn diapers and feeding bottle for the baby. Also you'll be needing maternity pads (not sure if this will be needed when it's CS delivery). And like the others said, bring some reading materials and snacks if not for you, for your companion. And if the hospital allows, you can bring your laptop if you like :) my hubby brought it and watched some of our fave movies / anime while waiting for our baby :)
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@apky12 (769)
• United States
1 Feb 07
You need to bring toiletries, hair dryer, a coming home outfit for you and for the baby, magazines, book, ipod or something that plays music, pacifiers (if you want that for the baby), socks and some kind of comfy slippers if you want, pjs and anything that makes you feel comfortable.
@becks2007 (10)
• Canada
26 Jan 07
Make sure you don't forget your camera! and extra batteries, or film if its not a digital one.
@leviandlanismommy (72)
• United States
31 Jan 07
I have found that ANY questions I have had on pregnancy, ANYTHING is on babycentral.com. That's where I got my list of what to dring to the hospital.
