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Pregnancy

Talk about every stage of pregnancy, from early symptoms to preparing for birth.

Hospital bag

6 replies

user1496701154 · 26/06/2017 18:11

What did mums to be put in their hospital bags, I will add on neither Mr or my other half drive so there's no leaving it in the car. I was just thinking of getting a holdall to take stuff in.
So far thinking
Baby blanket
Baby clothes
Nappies
Clothes for me and daddy to change into

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DuggeeHugs · 26/06/2017 18:30

Disposable pants
Maternity pads
Wash kit: toothbrush, toothpaste, flannel, soap, deodorant, towel
Change for vending machines
Snacks
Lucozade
Straws
Charger
Nightdress
Slippers/flip flops
Nursing bra and pads or formula and bottles
Muslin cloths

Can you tell I've just packed mine?!

Also, don't assume a short stay - I ended up in for 8 days last time and was very glad DH could bring stuff from home

user1496701154 · 26/06/2017 18:36

Thanks very hard it's hard to think what is needed in there my brain is scattered at moment. It's helpful your more organised than me I will get on my bag asap 66 days to go for me.

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DuggeeHugs · 26/06/2017 19:09

I have 17 days to go, so not more organised Grin

Plus the benefit of having done this once before. Even now though, it's taken me a while to do and remember everything. I forgot to mention take your notes too!

Hope all goes well for you

PotteringAlong · 26/06/2017 19:11

Moist toilet tissue.

user1496701154 · 26/06/2017 20:11

Hope all goes well for you as well, aye my first lol

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DinoMania · 26/06/2017 20:12

In addition to already said:
Lip balm
Kindle/book/magazine
Moisturiser
Frozen drink (fill up a water bottle and keep in freezer ready to grab last minute)
Birth plan

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