hospital bag

[Boots7]

Have you packed your bag yet? If so, what is essential?

[10Angels]

I'm hoping to go straight home after the birth if all goes to plan so we should be hme 4 hours later....

For baby I will pack,
Nappies & wipes
First clothes and 2 spare sets in case
Blankets - thick cause it will be winter
Hats & socks (I use socks for hands they are more snug and stay on)
Carseat.

For myself,
Maternity pads
Feeding bras and breast pads
2 changes of clothes
My own towel (hospital ones are small)
Toothbrush and paste
Snacks and drinks
Camera and charger
Bluetooth speaker
Phone and charger

I won't need shampoo/cond or brush cause I have dreadlocks to my butt :-)

[My1stbaby27]

Ph charger

[Naleana]

Hospitals have most of what you will need. I'm only packing some of my pjs, phone charger, a hair brush, conditioner (they have shampoo) some baby cloths and a couple of baby blankets.

[laurawr_madeline]

I'm yet to pack mine! we're all starting to hit the last quarter of the pregnancy! anything can happen here on in :)
Things I'll be packing:
Baby suits (about 3 just in case)
Beanie
Mittens
Socks
Light Blanket/Wrap
Thicker Blanket/Wrap
Camera
Phone / Phone charger
Nappies
Wipes
Dummies
Breast feeding pads
Maternity pads
Pyjamas
Set of clothes for yourself
Dressing gown (if staying in hospital)
Slippers/Shoes
Toiletries (travel size shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, toothpaste, hair brush, hair tie, body wash, loofah/washer)

It seems alot but better to be safe than sorry! My sister didn't plan on ending up staying at hospital so didn't pack much and she ended up admitted for 4-5 days. Best to be as prepared as possible.

Good luck!

[Boots7]

Thank you ladies! I know we still have 10 weeks left, I'm just ready for my princess to be here :)

[janellemassy]

I packed a few baby outfits a few blankets for baby (recieving blanket, and a thin blanket) my baby hygine/first aid bag. I kno the hospital has all tht but i just feel better having it. I ddnt pack any dipers cuz i kno the hospital has them. A few binkies of my choice not sure if im going to use them yet. The only things i packed for myself are just things i would pack as if i were staying at a friend or relatives house.

[10Angels]

Camera and charger..most important item on my list. Bag not packed yet though we still have 10 long weeks to go...very excited to meet our first son the time can't hurry along any quicker!!!

[Finurligaida]

Many people tend to bring a lot of stuff they end up not using. Hospitals usually provides most of the necessities, check with your hospital to se what you don't need to bring. On the other hand it could be a comforting feeling to have a lot with you, so you feel prepared ;) I haven't packed mine yet, I still have three more months ;)