What to pack for a CS

[cheekyfrog]

Only thing I can think of to add, off the top of my befuddled head, is something nice to wear if your hospital is one of the ones that allows you to go out for lunch/a quick shop while they look after your baby. Yes, take a good supply of daytime clothes - the maternity clothes that you can still bear to wear! I was surprised at how swollen I was afterwards. I wasn't expecting to be but in hindsight, it seems obvious why. Slippers are important and some shoes that you can slide into. My feet, ankles and legs were so swollen... The organic cotton undies from Target, which don't have tight elastic in them, I found to be really comfy, and I loved (still do) my maternity Bonds undies that I got from Myers - they're really low cut and sit under the c/s wound so they don't rub. If I think of anything else, I'll be back!

What do you have packed for bubs for the trip home?

[LimeSlice]

Three times as many undies as you think you will actually need - you will need them! lol
Lots of pads
Singlet tops
A couple of VERY comfy pyjama pants
Heat pack for your back or tummy - sooo gooood! lol

I didnt really take anything for Charlotte - we had some clothes, but as it was Perth in November, and was about 40 the whole time we were in there, she really didnt need much more than her blanket anyway.


And first and most important, a green tourmaline crystal. Powerful but necessary I found for cs recovery and attitude


Good luck hun!

[tiggerlinda]

Thanks DH gave me a green touraline bracelet for my 30th so will wear that with me As well as make my healing one like I promise my self

For Miss C I have a cute all in one with flowers and bows packed with a matching hat to take her home in and some all in one suits for the hospital as well just incase I don't like the clothes

[WestChick]

yep id say everything thats listed too, i cant think of anything else, but a tip on the pants, big w, kmart n targert sell them, it hink they are called yoga pants, they have a thick band at the top ,they fold over, i just left them unfolded, i found them great,because they are thick at the top and dont cut iinto your wound/scar,(lol and i wasnt even goin for a planned c cection, i had an emerg one) and they are soo comfy. i was wearing them throughout my preg coz they didnt cut into my tummy, i couldnt stand anything with elsatic cutting into my tummy or waist.

[jess_s]

I had an emergency c/s and was so glad mum suggested i get some "recovery shorts" (they were recently on "a current affair"). They offered great support for my back and wound. Bit pricey but totally worth it!

[nic]

yep id say everything thats listed too, i cant think of anything else, but a tip on the pants, big w, kmart n targert sell them, it hink they are called yoga pants, they have a thick band at the top ,they fold over, i just left them unfolded, i found them great,because they are thick at the top and dont cut iinto your wound/scar,(lol and i wasnt even goin for a planned c cection, i had an emerg one) and they are soo comfy. i was wearing them throughout my preg coz they didnt cut into my tummy, i couldnt stand anything with elsatic cutting into my tummy or waist.

Totally agree on the yoga pants! I got a pair from Target for my lap, and wore them to death. Couldn't find them for my c/s, so bought a pair of trackpants that were too tight around my belly.

For my first c/s I wore low cut knickers, but this time round I got the grannie ones and they were heaven. I didn't take maternity pads, just the long overnight ones.

Agree with Sarah about something yummy smelling too.

I went and got 2 sets of PJ's, being winter, I ended up with long pants, a shirt and button up top. I got the same set, so if I needed to wash the pants, I already had another pair that were the same and matching. A nice dressing gown too, I loved wrapping DS up in the dressing gown with me for nice warm cuddles.
Have you had a visit to the maternity ward Linda? The ward where I was, was quite warm, but the other end was absolutely freezing!

Pillow for holding over your belly while coughing is a good idea as well. I didn't need a pillow, there was plenty in my room.

Shoes that are easy to slide in and out of for the day you leave hospital. That way you're not bending down to do them up or anything else.

Plastic bags. I took a couple of plastic bags so I could send some clothes home with DH and my mum, to be washed. I just popped them in the plastic bag, and then put the bag inside an enviro bag that I had for some reason?? That way DH (or my mum) weren't walking through the hospital with a plastic bag for all the see what was inside it.

I packed some facial wipes as well. Was my cheats way to clean my face, but found it so nice and refreshing to just wipe my face over. especially after I had a chuck and poor DH copped it as well

[Lily J]

I agree with everyone else!

The 3 things I appreciated the most:
1. Giant undies (I got mine from Best & Less - they only come in light blue, light pink, beige and white - you'll know the ones I mean - and get a size bigger than you need - once a giant maternity pad is in place you will appreciate the extra room!!!)...
2. Some really nice shampoo and conditioner - the first shower post op is a wonderful experience!!!
3. Some lip balm or similar (for some reason my lips got really dry - may have been air-con/heating??)
And not sure if anyone has already mentioned it (read so many good ideas here) - but don't forget a going-home outfit for bub - gorgeous but easy to get on!!!
All the best for a fabulous and memorable birth - My C/S was a beautiful experience - I trust that yours is too!
Lily