When I was packing for the hospital for my labor with Lily I took an actual suitcase full of crap and basically used 1% of the items. I swear, sometimes Baby Preparation guide books should be burned! They are useless and I think that only your friends have the best advice. I have no idea where the list that I followed 4 years ago was from but holy cow it was a joke. It suggested that I pack massage oil, tennis balls and a massager. Jesus Christ, once those contractions hit all I wanted to do was crush those tennis balls and throw them across the room, not massage my back with them….useless advice unless I was supposed to crush them. The only thing that really came in handy were the snacks, I was famished after going through labor, it was like running a marathon that I did not train for.
Here is a picture of my bag from last time with Lily
Hospital Bag from 4 Years Ago
Now, I have gotten a wee bit smarter and I am taking notes from other mommies and lists that I find online. These online lists are more up-to-date and realistic. The one site that I like the best is Baby Center and here is a link to their Hospital Packing list. I am also not taking my super big suitcase, just a carry on for me.
Here is a list of the things that I will be taking:
- Electronics – pocket camera, Flip video camera, cell phone charger, MP3 Player with headphones
- Personal Care Items – shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, lip balm, pads, hair ties, brush, lotion,
- Clothing – nightgown, undies, going home outfit for Mommy, socks with grippers
- Journal Items – either notepad & pen or my Baby Journal
- Baby Abigail Items – going home outfit, blanket, pacifier, socks
Any other things you can think of? Just leave your comment below.
