Hospital Bag - for those who delivered their precious ones

What exactly did you end up using from your hospital bag and not use?

Friends are making fun of me because I want to bring a hairdryer, shampoo, conditioner, own bath towels...

They said that I will no way even think about taking a shower after having a baby and that they probably wont allow me to either.

Did you guys take showers?

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So funny because I brought SO much stuff I never even looked at like a book, Ipod, a deck of cards, snacks for after birth. You will want socks, undies, soap, shampoo, and other toiletries. I loved being in my own PJ's instead of the hospital gown.

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when i had my first, i delivered vaginally, as soon as hey said i was ok to ake a shower, i did! It def. makes you feel human again! I put on my own pj's and was walking around, it def. made me feel better! Plus a positive strong atitude makes a huge difference too i think! You'll want to do whatever you set your mind to!

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I ended up bringing too much stuff...Yes, they will let you take a shower if you have a vaginally delivery. Bring toiletires, socks, slippers, flip flops (for shower) pj's, a couple of magazines (if you get the rare opportunity to actually read), snacks, something for the baby to wear home and something for you to wear home.

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Thanks ladies. I feel like some of those lists are out of control.

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When we went to our lamaze/child prep class at the hospital, they recommend bringing 2 bags! One bag for the L&D essentials and the other with more stuff for when you are in your room. Did anyone do that?

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both kids i showered!! and loved every minute of it!

I had a v & c delivery

I only used
slippers
socks
makeup
hair bands
chapstick
bra
travel size toiletries for me & DH
going home outfit for baby & me
change of clothes for DH
my own pads
pillow

I wore the hospital gown & mesh panties they give u, it was the easiest.

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I brought a hairdryer and shampoo and I definitely used them. I also had a c/s and it was very difficult to shower, but they sort of "make" you anyway. Also, with a c/s you're most likely in the hosptial for 4 nights--I would have felt gross without that stuff. I think I used all of the stuff I brought, but then again, I didn't bring a ton.

You could also have your DH bring stuff later on if you think you need it. He brought my magazines this last time and thankfully he did...not so many visitors the 2nd time around!

Message edited 9/12/2007 1:24:40 PM.

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I showered as soon as they would let me, which was the day after I delivered. I just used the stuff at the hospital,
I brought my own body and face lotions.
I had my hair up the whole time so I didnt use a hair dryer.
The one thing I couldn't have lived without was my pillow!!!!

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From the long list everybody uses, I only used the following

- robe
- slippers
- shampoo, soap, moisterizer (travel size)
- flip flops for shower
- hair ties
- nursing bras/tanks

I had a c-section and could barely move so I could not lift my legs to put pants on as planned. I used the hospital gowns for the 1st 2-3 days, disposible panties and pads at the beginning then switched to mine.

Do get grandma panties if you plan or wll end up with a c-section. Mine would hit the scar.

Message edited 9/12/2007 6:29:31 PM.

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I finally packed mine, since being 39 weeks friday thought it was time lol.. My DH bought me a travel bag with shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, paste etc. I definatly plan on showering. Bring flip flops though.. i was in the hospital 2 weeks ago for renal colic and i had to share the bathroom and its kinda yucky, blood and stuff in the shower, since your sharing with others who just gave birth too.