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338830 tn?1229999478

Getting Ready... What All Do I Need?

Well ladies, after my trip to the hospital lastnight for my blood pressure being so high, I started to think to myself. "What if labor comes this fast and I don't have anything packed?" So, I am going to be packing mine and JayLynn's bags. I am just so afraid of forgetting stuff. As far as JayLynn's stuff goes, waht should I pack her? What will she need in the hospital? What will I need? Sorry... first timer here. LOL. Can you add and delete off my list please? Thanks a ton!

Diaper Bag:
- 3 outfits?
- pacifiers?
- onesies?
- blankets?

My Bag:
- 2 changes of clothes?
- toiletries/hygeine products?
- activity books/magazines?
- snacks?
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177382 tn?1253041140
omg so close :) well believe it or not i wanted to pack 2 outfits for me b/c my first baby was vaginal delivery but I had a feeling i should pack for five days and i'm glad I did my little 7 lbs 4. oz guy head was so big  (like daddy..omg HUGE! ) I could not push him out thus c section.  I would definitely pack my own bath wash, you just feel soo much better. And the best outfit for me was comfy 2 piece pjs.  Oooo and bring your own kinda pads the diapers are yuck!  ummm for me i brought cheapy slippers so I could throw them out afterwards. oo and something to write any questions or concerns in or just plain old thoughts ok ok i could go on forever.... zipping my mouth :) best wishes ~d
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338830 tn?1229999478
Thanks everyone! This is so much help! I gave up trying to do it lastnight... but I will try again tonight. LOL. I am on bed rest right now for pre eclampsia, so I need something to take up my time! Thanks again!
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OH! And don't forget to have your carseat installed if you need to install it. It is a good idea to take it to your local fire department a few weeks before your due.


GoodLuck!
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Here is my list of items in my hospital and baby bag, I thought it might help with your packing!

My Bag

Hygiene bag(includes) q-tips, toothbrush, tooth paste, lotion, deoderant, shampoo, conditioner, mouth wash, floss, contact solution for eye contacts, travel razor incase Im not shavin when I give birth, so I can shave afterwards lol and sanitary pads as I hate the pads the hospital gives you.

Clothes(includes) 2 outfits, 2 pairs of undies, nursing bra, socks, hair ties, slippers, Robe, sweater, extra pillow, extra bath towels as the hospital towel hardly cover my rear lol. Hard candy(jolly ranchers) snacks for the DH, drinks for DH, bag of change for vending machine, my Nintendo DS, Ipod, magazines, camera. I dont plan on having a long delivery as my youngest son was only a 2 hr process from time in the hospital to having him in my arms.

Baby bag(includes) 2 Outfits(one warm one cold weather) Thin blanket, thick blanket, pacifier, socks, hand mittens, hats.


Hope this helps!


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Oh, and as for your bag... your list looks good. You won't need much beyond toiletries and your clothes. Don't forget your camera! I kept our camera in my purse those last weeks "just in case".
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552853 tn?1278405903
I know that some hospitals give you the small things for a diaper bag while you and baby are there, so I agree with Joy that you only need an outfit for going home, unless you plan to take pictures, then you need a picture outfit.
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Your baby will only need going-home clothes and a pacifier if you're going to use one (though the hospital will have them as well). The hospital will provide diapers, wipes, Johnson & Johnson body/hair wash, formula, etc. You even get to take the leftovers home! I always asked for extras before I left (heck, I'm PAYING for it!). So don't worry about the diap. bag.
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419964 tn?1333301906
well ive never done that befoe soo im lost as what things you will need sorry but i love the name jaylynn is very pretty. oh i know somethings you can pack for your bag :) my sister brought her own pillow she had her own robe lol slippers? i do not think you will have th time or effort to read magazines dear :) lol but just incase i would if you wanted too!

for the babys bag or stuff car seat...blanket..a hat...not really to sure
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