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Hospital bags

5 replies

BD16 · 03/07/2019 13:33

Hello,
I'm about to pack my hospital bag and the babies but I'm not really sure what I need to be packing.

Can anyone help?

Thank you Smile

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UserFriendly14 · 03/07/2019 18:32

Essentials:
Hair bands
Nightwear
Dressing robe
Socks (at least two pairs as you can guarantee you'll get your waters over them!)
Body wash- indulge in a nice one as a treat!

I'm sure I'll think of more later.

Best tip I had too was to lay all your stuff out on the bed and get your birthing partner to pack it for you. When you're in labour, they'll be the one hunting for everything, so best they know where it all is. Also put bundles of baby's clothes in sandwich bags (body suit, sleepsuit, hat, mits etc) so you just have to pull out the one bag.

Marty93 · 03/07/2019 22:18

Just to add a couple of things to the previous posters list:

Lip balm
A handheld battery powered fan
Hand gel
BIG KNICKERS - the bigger the better
Slippers

BD16 · 04/07/2019 01:10

Thank you guys, I still have a month but everyone keeps telling me to have bags packed as you never know, so I've basically been sat on my floor like err what do I pack loll! Thank you for your help x

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Helsvamp · 04/07/2019 07:25

Make sure you have some lucazade for labour not fizzy ones and some snacks for after

SockQueen · 04/07/2019 07:27

There are loads of lists on here or a short Google away!

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