05/09/10
Posted by Robin Simmons on Monday, May 10, 2010
It's Mothers Day! (just fyi)
and besides my regular mommy day festivities I decided to do something mamarific for baby Shea!
I didn't physically pack yet... but I did make my list!
What to Bring to the hospital:
For Mommy:
* Robe and slippers for walking in early labor
* Warm socks?
* Toiletries (shampoo, soap, deodorant, body lotion, lanolin, lip balm)
* Barrette/band/ hair ties
* Eyeglasses?
* Mouthwash/toothbrush/toothpaste
* Bra (nursing bra if breastfeeding)
* Loose-fitting clothes to wear home
For Coping with Labor:
* Focal point: object, picture? maybe?
* MP3 player
* Deck of cards, magazine, book
* Paper, pencil
* Gum
* Lotion, oil, hand massager for massage/backrub
* lil Pillow? pillowcases?
* Hand fan, mirror
* Stress ball
For Daddy:
* Mouthwash/toothbrush/toothpaste
* Extra change of clothes
* Snack(s)
* Any necessary medications
* Sleeping attire
* Change/money for vending machines
Miscellaneous:
* Prenatal education binder?
* Phone numbers, people to notify of birth
* Change/money for vending machines
* Camera/video recorder loaded with film and new batteries
Items for Baby:
* Approved Car Seat
* Baby book (if you want the footprints in it)
* Outfit for going home (include undershirt)
* Outerwear (lightweight blanket and hat.)
Now to gather it all together!
Junebug! Junebug!