And so the packing begins. You have a baby’s bag to pack and
you have yours. I studied lots of
different lists that moms have made through the years and talked to friends and
family and here is the best list I could come up with.
This would be a great time for you to provide any tips you
may have!
Baby:
*Make sure the car seat is in the car about 3 weeks before your
due date and make sure it is secure.
1. 2 receiving blankets
– for me muslin is best since we’re having a July baby
2. Cap – but probably
won’t uses due to heat
3. 2 pairs scratch prevention
mittens
4. 2 pairs of little
newborn socks
5. Hand sanitizer for
use after touching hospital items
6. Baby wipes – cloth
or wet depending on your preference
7. Nail clippers,
comb, and coconut oil for baby’s bottom (to prevent meconium from sticking) and
a nasal aspirator
8. Newborn diapers
9. 3 undershirts
10. 2-3 “Going home”outfits
as you may change your mind on which one you like best!
11. Pediatrician information
Mom/Dad:
1. Flip-flops
2. At least 4 large
size pads or Depends underwear
4. Socks that are
comfy
5. Sports bra and nursing
bra
6. 3 pairs underwear
7. P.J.s that make
nursing easy
8. Going home outfit
– maxi dress or large stretch pants to fit over pad, and loose
9. Snacks for you and
dad – bars, honey sticks, fruit smashes, popsicles, juice
10. Kleenex sanitary
wipes for hospital items
11. Gum – helps some
people focus during labor
12. Phone numbers of
your “must call” list:
a. Parents
b. Siblings
c. Doula – who is doing placenta encapsulation
13. Pen for paper
work
14. Hair tie / head
band
15. Travel size
deodorant, body wash, shampoo, Chapstick, toothbrush, hair comb, and make-up
for pictures if you want,
16. Camera
17. Cell phone and
charger
18. Laptop and
charger for movies or while resting
19. Nipple cream
20. Change for the vending
machine
21. Blanket for dad
22. Large ball for
laboring on
23. Shorts and
t-shirt change for dad
24. iPod for labor music mix
