Stuff to pack in my hospital bag

So about the "undies". I bought two packages of cloth, full bottom bikini undies (TMI, but I always wear a G-String, never bikinis), and I wore those in the hospital once I got stressed, the mesh panties weren't cutting it, they weren't tight enough to keep everything in, and when I say everything, I mean the glove filled with ice that was constantly in my panties helping out with swelling. I used these undies for the first few weeks at home and then finally went back to my normal undies. They are low cut, and not maternity, but comfy because they went under the "flub". However if you have a C-Section you will want them to hit in a different spot, because I can imagine they might hit right along the incision. I got them at Wal-Mart, and they even have a great color selection...

The hospital I delivered at was sooo stingy with there supplies that when I asked for tylenol they acted like I was asking for morphine and it took six times of asking to get it. Later I asked for another pair of undies and they told me to ask dh to bring me some because they would only give me one. I made the mistake of asking for more diapers...3 hours later I got up and waddled my butt down to the nursery to get more....I think the problem was horrible nursing staff!!! When my IV ran out I had to tell them over and over for an hour,they left it so long my blood started going back up the tube. Needless to say Im NOT going back.
I actually didnt bring enough when I went. This time Im taking
*2 pairs of old jammies(Im not to fond of my fanny hanging out)
*Travel size bottles of shampooh and conditioner.
*Travel bottle of lotion.
*Travel tooth paste.
*tooth brush.
*Slippers(Im wearing them in and switching to hospital sox for the delivery)
*Cell and charger
*disposable camera
*Extra undies for when the flow slows.
*2 Adult diapers because I bleed so much rite after the pads dont cut it!
*Chap stick.
*Small brush.
*Hair ties.
*Robe if I have one by then.
*Ear plugs.
*Sweater if I dont have the rob
*Travel size Deoderant.
*Baby's out fit.
*Matt bra.
*Birth Plan..comes in handy when you cant talk!
*Pillow if I remember.
I really suggest getting travel size products it saves TUNS of space!

I laughed out loud that you used the word "Fanny", my Mom uses that word, but I rarely hear others say it, I love it.

Haha that is actually the first time Ive ever used it...it really is a silly word..it made me feel like my grandmah but its better then the word I normally use!

Pony

why ear plugs???

Ear Plug is a GREAT IDEA. I had to spend the night in the hospital before they induced me, I wanted to jump out of bed and wheel my snoring husband into the hallway on his hospital "couch". He was snoring SOOO loud I wanted to cry, actually I might have cried out of frustration. If you are in this situation, take the SLEEPING pills they offer you, I totally regretted it.

alnaday wrote:Pony

why ear plugs???

I cant sleep when there is any kind of noise not even natural sounds and a hospital is far from quiet! Im also covering my eyes any amount of light and sleep time is over.

great list all i have is my Hello Kitty Bag waiting to be packed lol

Wow, I am sitting here making my list...seems so real now.

Thank you all for the list. I am a FTM and was just thinking about what to put in the bag. I am now ready to go buy what's needed.

Great post everyone. I haven't been on here in about a week because I have been so busy and tired but I think I might have to print this out when I go to pack my bag. There is so much stuff on your lists that I would have never thought about.

Here's my hospital checklist:

DELIVERY BAG
 Socks
 Hard candy/Mints
 Rob – Snacks/drinks
 Change for vending
 2 pillows (Rob & Me)
 Mouthwash
 Face wipes
 Brush/hair ties
 Chap stick
 Lip gloss
 Magazines/puzzle books
 Cell phones
 Cell charger
 Camera
 Batteries
 Extra memory card
 Rob - toothbrush
 Rob - sweatshirt
 Rob – change of clothes
 Music player/headphones
 Rob - Meds

AVA’S BAG (Big sister)
 Coloring book
 Crayons
 Her camera
 Big sister shirt
 Wrapped surprise
 Snacks
 Diapers
 Water cup
 Baby doll/diaper/bottle

HOSPITAL BAG
 Robe
 Slippers
 Makeup
 Toothbrush/paste
 Nursing bras (2)
 Lotion
 Shampoo/Conditioner
 Body wash
 Rob – Razor
 Ava’s backpack
 Boppy
 Owen’s bag
 Wipes
 Going home outfit/shoes
 Extra duffel bag

OWEN’S BAG
 Picture outfit
 Going home outfit
 Blanket
 Paci
 Diapers/wipes
 Extra outfits

Good list!

I don't remember if this was listed or not, and I'm too lazy to go back and look! Baby fingernail scissors or clippers. Baby will come out with fingernails that are already long enough to cut (ie, long enough to scratch their beautiful little face). Hospitals won't cut them, you have to do it yourself (our's won't, and I've heard of other mom's experiences that their hospital wouldn't either).

good point, Karen... the nurse mentioned that at our babycare class... they won't cut them, and mom and dad have to do it.

When DD was born, she had very sensitive skin and the blankets they have to use were very rough and made her break out like crazy. My mom brought some of ours and it was like night and day. So, if you/your family is prone to sensitive skin, I would bring a few swaddling blankets.

Bring a couple of outfits for the little one. We brought a specific outfit for her pictures and it didn't fit. Thankfully I had brought a few different things.

If you are breastfeeding, I would suggest some Lasinoh cream for your poor hurting nipples.

If you get induced, bring in some entertainment. With DD, I was in the hospital for 2 1/2 days being induced before she was finally born. It was SUPER boring!!!!!!