Preparation Checklist

Anyone have one - all these things to think about: coming home outfits, BF class, lamaze, parenting class, wash the clothes, book the photographer, plan the Christening, birth announcements - there is no way I'm going to remember to do all of this! Is anyone keeping a checklist? If so, where and feel like sharing?

Re: Preparation Checklist

I hope this helps

for Mom
-Labor kit containing massage oil (recommended
in most childbirth classes)
- Robe
- Warm socks (to wear in the delivery room)
- Maternity underwear (for the trip home)
- Slippers
- Nightgown (one that opens in the front if you’re
planning on breastfeeding)
- Nursing bra (if you’re planning on breastfeeding)
-Clothing for trip home (consider bringing 1st or
2nd trimester maternity clothes, which will be
roomy and comfortable)
- Two pillows with pillowcases from home
- Cosmetics, hairbrush, hair dryer
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, ?oss
- Prescription medications from home (use only
as advised by your doctor)
-Mints or breath strips (helpful if medications
or anesthesia cause vomiting during labor)
- Lollipops (for a dry mouth)
- Lip balm
- Deodorant
-Body lotion
- Eyeglasses (contact lenses may need to be
removed prior to a C-section)
- Contact lenses and accessories
- A nightlight (for soft light in the room during
night feedings)
-A pad of paper and pen to track Baby’s feedings
and diaper changes
-A large envelope to bring home documents
(discharge papers, Baby’s ?rst photo, etc.)

-Change of clothes
-Pajamas or sweats (if he plans to spend the night)
-Toothbrush, toothpaste, razor
-Snacks, sandwiches and beverages (keep food on hand so the “labor coach” won’t have to leave your bedside)
-Loose change or dollar bills for vending machines
-Books, magazines or CD’s (to help Mom relax)
-Camera(s) and extra ?lm
-Camcorder
-Batteries and/or chargers for cameras
-Phone list for friends and family
-Phone card for long distance calls if cell phones
are prohibited in the hospital
-Car seat for trip home for Baby
-Newborn clothing
-Two receiving blankets
-Extra newborn-sized diapers
-Mittens or baby nail clippers (most babies are born with long ?ngernails and can scratch their face)
-Cans/bottles of infant formula if you intend to
bottle-feed so your baby can start with the brand you prefer.

for Siblings
If siblings will be present before or after the baby arrives, here are some helpful things to have available to them:
-Favorite books and toys
-Drawing paper and crayons/markers
-Snacks
-A gift from Mom and Baby (to help ease jealousies after Baby arrives)
-A gift from big brother or sister to Baby (perhaps chosen together prior to Baby’s arrival)
-A camera just for big brother or sister to take
pictures of Baby

Re: Preparation Checklist

This is a great post, because I too sit here feeling completely overwhelmed at everything that will need to be done these coming months. I honestly don't have any concept of timeframe at all!! Heck I haven't even really gotten down to registering yet and I know I should

I am bookmarking already (though I have nothing to add )