Ive read loads of hints and tips and hospital bag advice but I kept meaning to take notes and didnt. So can you ladies help me and remind me of what are must haves what did you take and not use and anything unusual that was important and useful to you. xx

lip balm a must especially if have gas and air and polos as i wasnt aloud to eat but was aloud to suck on polos lol

nappies
cotton wool
sleep suits
vests
hat
mits
prob 2/3 of these for an over night stay
bibs
maternity pads
breast pads
nightie to give birth in
pjs to put on after given birth
wash things
toothbrush
toothpaste


camera

i cant think of anything else at the mo will add if i do lol

amanda

27+5

Hi found this that i saved from another user so hope it helps:
Hospital bag
General:
Change for the car park (easy to forget in the rush)!
Maternity Notes...Quite important to remember!

For Labour:
Birth Plan
Dressing Gown
Slippers flip-flops
Socks - in case you get cold feet in labour!
T-Shirt - to wear for the birth nightee
Snacks/Drinks
Energy Sweets
Camera
Books/Mags/Music - to pass the time
Tens Machine
Toiletries
Water Spray Bottle - cool yourself down
CD/MP3 Player (battery, not mains operated) - favourite tunes make labour more bearable!
Flannel - get your birth partner to mop your brow!
Hair Brush
Hair Bands
Hair clips
Water - small bottles are easier to sip from
Antenatal Notes

For Birth Partner
Change of Clothes
Snacks & Drinks

For After the Birth:
Going home outfit (someone can always bring that in for you later)
Knickers - disposable or cheap cotton 'big pants'
Nursing Bras - best to get properly fitted in late pregnancy
Breast Pads
Maternity Pads - take a couple of packs & have someone bring in more if need be
Nightdress that's suitable for breastfeeding (more comfy than PJs if you have stitches)
Dressing Gown, lightweight - hospitals are hot!
Shampoo
Conditioner
Cleanser/Toner/Moisturiser
Shower Gel
Deodorant - hospitals are hot!
Soap
Towels - ones that don't matter, dark colours are good!
Hairbrush
Toothbrush & Toothpaste
Nipple cream - well worth packing!
Favourite breakfast cereal/ tea bags
Fruit juice/mineral water - all optional
Tissues
Small plastic jug - some people swear by it....perhaps best not to ask why beforehand!


For Baby:
Car Seat
One outfit for going home
Babygros/sleepsuits - 3 or 4
Baby Bodysuits/Vests 3 or 4
Blanket 1 or 2
Nappies - maybe 5 or 6
Socks- 1 or 2 pairs
Hat - 1
Muslin Squares- 2 or 3
Cotton Wool balls....you'll be surprised how many you get through
Nappy Cream
Scratch Mittens