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  • tinkerbellshell
    tinkerbellshell

    25/08/2009 at 03:54

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    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
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  • sparkleXx
    sparkleXx

    25/08/2009 at 04:00

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    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

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  • lucylooandbabykins
    lucylooandbabykins

    25/08/2009 at 04:03

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    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

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