| Preparing to go to the hospital for the birth of your | | | | - hair bow to put you hair back |
| child can be somewhat overwhelming. Some mothers | | | | - watch with a second hand to time contractions |
| recommend packing two small bags so you will have | | | | - eyeglasses if you wear them |
| one for your labor and one for your postpartum stay. | | | | - note pad and pen to write down questions you may |
| This will allow you to find your things easier and keep | | | | have |
| you from having to carry a huge bag around the | | | | Items for postpartum |
| hospital. | | | | - baby book |
| Most doctors suggest getting your bag ready when | | | | - toiletries |
| you are 34-36 weeks pregnant. Here are some items | | | | - clothing that you wish to wear |
| you may want to consider packing whether you are | | | | - sanitary napkins |
| using two bags. | | | | - comfortable bras |
| Items for Labor | | | | - nursing pads |
| - Insurance card | | | | - book about breastfeeding |
| - Drivers license | | | | - outfits for you and baby to wear home |
| - Copies of your birth plan (if you have one) | | | | - receiving blankets for baby |
| - bathrobe | | | | - car seat with instructions |
| - socks or slippers | | | | Items not to pack |
| - pillow | | | | - breast pump- if you need one the hospital will provide |
| - massage oils or lotions | | | | one |
| - focal point | | | | - valuable items such as jewelry |
| - snacks | | | | - diapers and baby wipes |
| - drinks | | | | You may want to consider packing a bag for your |
| - camera | | | | partner or birth coach. They will need items such as |
| - extra money | | | | clothing and toiletries. Putting snacks and magazines in |
| - cell phone and charger | | | | their bag would also be a nice touch. |
| - address book | | | | |