too early to pack bag??

[MummyDuck]

Im slowly packing my bags so just on the labour thing...... I went into a mens store and bought in the biggest size a button up work shirt. Just a cheapie $10 one and its fantastic. Covers my bum but can be unbuttoned when it comes time to push so I have skin to skin contact. I have asked DP to wear it around the house so itr smells like him by the time I get to use it. I'm a bit soppy like that LOL.

[Kristin27]

Great idea smudgies_mum, I really want to wear something that covers my bum! But also that I can unbutton for skin-to-skin contact..... I'll go and get a shirt tomorrow! Thanks!

[rose]

hey bugalug,
we are due the same day. I packed my bag with pg#1 as soon as I had finished work (@36wks) The other times it was only a week or so before bubs came. I will probably be the same this time round too. I am busier with the kids and it is like 'when I get round to it'

All the best!!!

[maybub]

There was a fabulous thread somewhere on BB asking the same question with lots of comprehensive lists from lots of people. I just searched but couldn't find it, but I'll continue to look and if I find will drop back in and advise.
Some of the things I remembered from others advice and have packed for myself were:
Lip balm
Hair ties
Food (cuppa soup, bikkies, lollies, muslie bars etc)
Energy drinks
Socks (apparently feet can get very cold)
Change of cloths for partner for when he/she gets wet in shower/bath with you
Swimmers
Maternity pads & Breast Pads
Music / essential oils / inspiring photo's
Dressing gown / slippers etc
Rescue Remedy (I never leave home without it)
List of those who need to be contacted after the birth
If I remember any others I'll come back.

Best of luck to you.

[Lea79]

hello and congrats on your upcoming bub! Very exciting time for you!

Big stretchy nighties are a must, anything thats comfy and doesn't rub on your tummy in case you have to go for a c-section. A few of the women I've come across have used disposable undies so they didn't have to give their hubbies bloody undies to take home, i thought that was pretty neat u can get them from the chemist. Definitely lollies during labour, u cant bear to have anything more n gives u extra energy. ur hubby mite wana bring sum board shorts, most women sit in the shower leaning over their hubby and he gets saturated lol. Definitely bring your own pillow, most hospitals dont have enuf and are never comfy so u want plenty especially if you are breastfeeding. For bubby take heaps of singlets and jumpsuits but just one going home outfit, all they wear in hospital is their little jumpsuits and lotsa bunny rugs. I think thats all i can come up with at the moment, all the best and happy labouring!

Leanne
student midwife and registered nurse

[butterflyz2]

Hi ladies,

well heres my list, as well as the hospitals.

For mums:

t-shirt or nightie for labouring if not wearing hospital gown
day clothes, ie tracksuit/comfy casual or night wear like gown, tops/shirts with front buttons, for easy access to breast feeding
slippers
socks
maternity bras or crop tops
underwear disposable or black
toiletries, ie toothpaste/brush, hairband, brush,comb,shampoo/cond, bodywash, towel, toilet paper, hair dryer. (maybe some lippy, deodorant to freshen up)
breast pads
2 packets of maternity pads or overnight pads (get extra if needed)
1 pen and pad
camera or video (make sure its charged!lol)
lollies
change coins for phone
Magazine or book (if got the time for you!lol)
boomerang or standard pillow lol

Extras that im taking since i had trouble with breastfeeding and if stuck in hospital longer, eg a week, then you better double up with clothes and pads for you and bubs!!!

formula
bottles, teats and yes the good old breast pump doesnt go astray.

For baby:

1 packet of disposable nappies and disposable bags to put used nappies in
bunny rugs either cotton or muslin, maybe a baby blanket
cotton balls, face washer, baby towel
baby bath soap, shamp and conditioner
baby wipes, powder, barrier cream
baby clothing ie caps, singlets, socks, suits, mittens (take as much depending on climate and how long your staying).

extras:
dummies, bibs, bottles, spare teats, pads, lots and lots of pads!!!!!lol.

Anything else that might pop up, will add to list.

Mel

[bigbubbabelly]

I am already packed. LOL! I have three different bags. My Birth bag, Big bag and Baby bag. My hospital provides everything for baby apart from going home outfit. They won't let use a video camera!!


I packed pretty much everything that the other threads said, but I think almond oil to wash baby with. Great for yukky frist baby poos, rescue remedy, calendula and anica and pawpaw oitment (my friend said the Elizabeth Arden 8 hour stuff - like pawpaw oitment) can be used for for sore womens bits and nipples. Lavender pillow - just the small ones you buy for undie draws.

Food for at the hospital - musli bars, soups, whatever.
Some women suggested gatrorade or an electrolyte drink. Have to buy this. But I went for apple juice instead!

Hope this helps