What to pack for short hospital stay with 6 month old

[Sally2]

Easy access clothes for bub ( snap button outfits without feet, loose t-shirts & pants, socks, don't worry about singlets ) They may need access to his chest, legs, arms etc while he's sleeping or need access to his feet for monitors.

Also, hospitals are usually really warm so he won't need lots of layers
Bring sleeping bags or wraps if that's what he uses to go to sleep but keep them lightweight so he doesn't get too hot.

Distraction toys for him! A play mobile that flashes lights & makes lots of noise is usally a winner

For you, comfy clothes, PJ's or trackies, whatever is easier. Keep in mind, the nurses won't usually watch him when he's awake, so if you want to get changed you will have to take him with you or wait until he's sleeping for a 10 minute break. The nurses are usually great, but they are busy so don't have a lot of extra time. i always take my own pillow, hospital pillows are awful! You can live with an uncomfortable recliner or couch but a plastic wrapped, squeaky, lumpy pillow makes life so much harder than it needs to be

I also bring a book & a small book light or torch for the middle of the night when you can't sleep & don't want to put on the bright overhead light.

Take snacks, bottles of water & extra bottles & formula/EBM for bubs, the nurses will wash & sterilise for you, plus heat bottles etc but again, if they are busy, sometimes it doesn't happen to your little one's schedule so it's safer to have spares. Most wards have nappies, spare clothes, wipes etc but again, take your own so that you know they are okay for your little one.

Good luck hun, I hope you find out what's going on with your little man so you can make the changes that see him healthy & happy.