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nyteacher13
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Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
I finished packing my hospital bag, but I'd like to know something:
if there is/was one item that is a MUST have that you included (or forgot to include) in your hospital bag, what would it be? I think I covered all the bases, but I just wanted to see if I'm missing anything that you guys thought would be a "must have" item. I'm not talking granny panties or extra bras, I mean that "out of the ordinary" item that I would never think of including...
Thanks!!!
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ReiRei13
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
Don't forget flip flops for the shower
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Bops
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
I'm a camera nut- so for me it would be charged batteries, empty memory sticks, video camera and charger, tapes etc....
Also, baby book, cord collection kit ( if you are doing that), list of people to call, blow-dryer, boppy pillow, any meds you are on...etc...
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ReiRei13
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Posted by Bops
I'm a camera nut- so for me it would be charged batteries, empty memory sticks, video camera and charger, tapes etc....
Also, baby book, cord collection kit ( if you are doing that), list of people to call, blow-dryer, boppy pillow, any meds you are on...etc...
You bring the boppy to the hospital?
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calvincat
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
my own pillow. and don't forget to put a colored pillow case on it so they know it's yours
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Bops
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
Posted by mpetretti
Posted by Bops
I'm a camera nut- so for me it would be charged batteries, empty memory sticks, video camera and charger, tapes etc....
Also, baby book, cord collection kit ( if you are doing that), list of people to call, blow-dryer, boppy pillow, any meds you are on...etc...
You bring the boppy to the hospital?
I did with my DS and it was great !....I used it to lay him on , on the bed, but others also use it to assist w/ nursing and it is also helpful if you have a c-section and nurse 
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ReiRei13
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
Posted by Bops
Posted by mpetretti
Posted by Bops
I'm a camera nut- so for me it would be charged batteries, empty memory sticks, video camera and charger, tapes etc....
Also, baby book, cord collection kit ( if you are doing that), list of people to call, blow-dryer, boppy pillow, any meds you are on...etc...
You bring the boppy to the hospital?
I did with my DS and it was great !....I used it to lay him on , on the bed, but others also use it to assist w/ nursing and it is also helpful if you have a c-section and nurse
Thanks for the info!! Going to add it to the list of things I need to pack!
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
lip balm
Message edited 1/4/2009 8:58:35 PM.
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nyteacher13
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Posted by calvincat
my own pillow. and don't forget to put a colored pillow case on it so they know it's yours
oh, GREAT advice! didn't think of this...
can i bring a comforter from home? I can't sleep without it...
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| Posted 1/4/09 9:09 PM |
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nyteacher13
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
Posted by Bops
I'm a camera nut- so for me it would be charged batteries, empty memory sticks, video camera and charger, tapes etc....
Also, baby book, cord collection kit ( if you are doing that), list of people to call, blow-dryer, boppy pillow, any meds you are on...etc...
good good good!!! didn't put a blowdryer in my bag... should add that...
does anyone else's bag weigh like 40lbs?
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| Posted 1/4/09 9:10 PM |
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jaysee00
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I think** someone on here had mentioned that you're allowed to suck on some kind of candy in the hospital. I know they usually just allow you to have ice chips. So I bought some Luden cough drops to bring with me just in case I can use them!
I know I've also read on here to make sure to bring an extra empty bag for all of the things you get to take home from the hospital. I am putting my DH in charge of filling it up!
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MrsRbk
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
Posted by jaysee00
I think** someone on here had mentioned that you're allowed to suck on some kind of candy in the hospital. I know they usually just allow you to have ice chips. So I bought some Luden cough drops to bring with me just in case I can use them!
The nurse that ran my childbirth class suggested those small lolipops, the ones called dum dums. She said they allowed them (at least where I'm delivering). She also said they were also great to put in your cup of ice chips to flavor them.
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ReiRei13
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
what kind of bag are you using??
Are you bringing your own shampoo and conditioner??
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nyteacher13
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Posted by mpetretti
what kind of bag are you using??
Are you bringing your own shampoo and conditioner??
I'm using one of those big gym/duffle bags that I have... my labor bag (as suggested by the l&d nurse) is a small, vera bradley pull string bag.
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ReiRei13
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Posted by nyteacher13
Posted by mpetretti
what kind of bag are you using??
Are you bringing your own shampoo and conditioner??
I'm using one of those big gym/duffle bags that I have... my labor bag (as suggested by the l&d nurse) is a small, vera bradley pull string bag.
Thanks!
You have more than one bag? Whats in a labor bag??
this is so confusing 
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
Posted by nyteacher13
Posted by mpetretti
what kind of bag are you using??
Are you bringing your own shampoo and conditioner??
I'm using one of those big gym/duffle bags that I have... my labor bag (as suggested by the l&d nurse) is a small, vera bradley pull string bag.
Oh great! A labor bag?! What do you put in there?
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nyteacher13
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Posted by Danamz
Posted by nyteacher13
Posted by mpetretti
what kind of bag are you using??
Are you bringing your own shampoo and conditioner??
I'm using one of those big gym/duffle bags that I have... my labor bag (as suggested by the l&d nurse) is a small, vera bradley pull string bag.
Oh great! A labor bag?! What do you put in there?
Actually, I took those Childbirth Classes by Wendi Andria, who might end up being my L&D nurse at South Side (fingers crossed!!!!) and she gave me a list.
She included the following items:
1. chapstick
2. spray for air (in case the room needs a freshening up)
3. washcloth (hospital ones are stiff/yucky)
4. hair ties
5. high-protein snacks for dad
6. mouthwash/toothbrush
7. socks
8. birthing ball (obviously won't fit in bag)
9. phone list
10. baby book (for first footprints if you have this)
11. music (iPod and iHome) for soothing music during labor
12. camera/charger
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Danamz
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
Thanks! Is everyone also bringing a separate diaper bag?
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nyteacher13
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Posted by Danamz
Thanks! Is everyone also bringing a separate diaper bag?
not bringing my diaper bag...
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jaysee00
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
Posted by Danamz
Posted by nyteacher13
Posted by mpetretti
what kind of bag are you using??
Are you bringing your own shampoo and conditioner??
I'm using one of those big gym/duffle bags that I have... my labor bag (as suggested by the l&d nurse) is a small, vera bradley pull string bag.
Oh great! A labor bag?! What do you put in there?
In my labor bag, I plan on putting things in there that I might need for actual labor: my insurance card, my c-section class certificate, my glasses ( in case I decide to take out my contacts), etc. It will be a small bag though, like a pocketbook.
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nyteacher13
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Re: Here we go again... HOSPITAL BAG
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Posted by Danamz
Posted by nyteacher13
Posted by mpetretti
what kind of bag are you using??
Are you bringing your own shampoo and conditioner??
I'm using one of those big gym/duffle bags that I have... my labor bag (as suggested by the l&d nurse) is a small, vera bradley pull string bag.
Oh great! A labor bag?! What do you put in there?
In my labor bag, I plan on putting things in there that I might need for actual labor: my insurance card, my c-section class certificate, my glasses ( in case I decide to take out my contacts), etc. It will be a small bag though, like a pocketbook.
good idea... adding ID and glasses case... VERY good idea
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babyonthebrain
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Your own towel?
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nyteacher13
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Your own towel?
got that! thanks!
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