Packing for the hospital started in early March... yes I know... an entire month before the big day, but for me I couldn't be too prepared. So after much research and asking other mom's we came up with our packing list! And here it is!
Ours stuff right before hubby loaded it in the car!!!
Items for Momma
- Nursing PJ's (4 different sets - 2 pant sets, and 2 night gowns. Check out Motherhood and Target... they have really cute things)
- Bath robe (2)
- Slippers
- Nursing bras (2)
- Going home outfit (yoga pants and tank top)
- Tank tops/nursing tank tops with bra built in
- Regular underwear (I like the cotton hipsters from Gap)
- Make-up
- Sweater
Items for Daddy
- Jeans
- Shorts
- PJ pants
- T-shirts
- Button up shirt for photos
- Socks
Items for Baby
- Swaddle blankets
- Stocking hats
- Sleeper PJ's
- Going home outfit
(The hospital will give you everything else... diapers, socks, t-shirt, extra blankets, bath supplies, etc.)
Extras
- Phone chargers
- iPad and charger
- Pillows - 4 total (2 for momma and 2 for daddy)
- Daddy's glasses
- Camera and camera bag (with charger)
- Hair dryer/ Straightener
- Toiletries (travel size everything... this way you can use and leave everything and not have to worry about packing large containers - shampoo, conditioner, body wash, razor)
- Snacks
- Book
- Card stock for foot prints
- Shoes/flip flops
- Friends DVDs
- Nursing pads/hydro pads/ Medela lanolin cream
- Journal/note pad
- Insurance information and copy of hospital registration forms
- Birthing plan
Another thing to keep in mind is that if you do forget something you can always have a friend or family member swing by your house or the store and pick it up! And also keep in mind you are only there for a short time... no need to pack tons of clothes... you will find you will change less often than you expect... only due to the lack of time!
Hope this is helpful to some of you expectant mothers!!! Best of luck on your packing!!!
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