Stuff to pack in my hospital bag

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!!!!!!