Packing for the Hospital Checklist and packing for the hospital and hospital list and hosptial bag

Packing for the Hospital Checklist

For Mommy

¨ Birth plan (if you have one)

¨ Health insurance forms

¨ Hospital preregistration forms

¨ Nightgown or large t-shirt for giving birth if you prefer not to wear a hospital gown

¨ Extra pillows to keep you comfortable during labor

¨ Magazines, books, etc if you wish to read

¨ Any CDs or music you wish to listen to during labor

¨ Focal point object

¨ 2-3 nightgowns (with a front close if you plant to breastfeed)

¨ Bathrobe

¨ Slippers

¨ A few pairs of socks

¨ Several pairs of underwear

¨ Toothbrush, toothpaste

¨ Soap

¨ Shampoo, conditioner

¨ Deodorant

¨ Contacts/glasses

¨ Hair brush

¨ Cosmetics you might want such as makeup or hair products

¨ Lip balm, hard candies, or lollipops to keep mouth moist

¨ Body lotion

¨ Your own sanitary pads (if you prefer those over the ones the hospital gives you)

¨ Nursing bra

¨ Breast pads

¨ Journal, diary to document this time

¨ Loose, comfortable clothing for the trip home (you will still look 5-6 months pregnant)

For Daddy or Coach

¨ Camera or camcorder

¨ Extra batteries and film for camera or camcorder

¨ Oils to massage your partner during labor

¨ Tennis ball or back massager

¨ Watch with a second hand to measure contractions

¨ Magazines, books, etc. to read during the early stages

¨ Phone numbers of people you will want to call

¨ Telephone card or change for pay-phones

¨ Snacks or change for vending machines

¨ Change of clothes

¨ Basic toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, etc.)

¨ Bathing suit (in case your partner takes a bath or shower during labor and you wish to accompany her)

For the Baby

¨ Receiving blanket

¨ Extra diapers

¨ Warm blanket if it is cold outside

¨ Outfit to wear home

¨ Socks or booties

¨ A cap (usually given to you at the hospital)

¨ Safe car seat and car seat directions