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36 weeks, unprepared, shops closing!

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pinkpeoniesplease · 22/03/2020 17:21

I am due in less than 4 weeks and now all the shops are closing I thought I'd better buy any bits I'll need now!

I can order nappies and maternity pads on Amazon.
It's my third baby so have clothes, although better check I've got enough!
I've got a sling.
Plan to breastfeed so nothing required there.

I had been planning on shopping for non essentials like nice pyjamas, new bedding etc just to have a nice environment post birth but don't fancy going to any shops now!

Was planning a Home Birth but the service has been suspended so I'm prepping a hospital bag.

Can anyone remind me what I'll need? Anything I ought to get now whilst I still (hopefully) can?

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sleepismysuperpower1 · 22/03/2020 17:46

the nhs list for a labour hospital bag pretty much covers everything i think:

your birth plan and hospital notes
something loose and comfortable to wear during labour that does not restrict you from moving around or make you too hot, plus about 3 changes of clothes
2 or 3 comfortable and supportive bras, including nursing bras if you're planning to breastfeed – remember, your breasts will be much larger than usual
breast pads
a couple of packets of super-absorbent sanitary or maternity pads
5 or 6 pairs of knickers – you may want to bring some disposable ones
your washbag with a toothbrush, hairbrush, flannel, soap, lip balm, deodorant, hair ties and other toiletries
towels
things to help you pass the time and relax – for example, books, magazines, music or podcasts
a fan or water spray to cool you down
front-opening or loose-fitting nighties or tops if you're going to breastfeed
dressing gown and slippers
a loose, comfortable outfit to wear home
a camera
healthy snacks and drinks
extra pillows
any medicines you're taking

You may also want to consider cloth nappies, as it is then guaranteed that you will have some should something happen to delay/stop deliveries etc. you can get disposable liners for them that makes changing them easier.

all the best x

OnlyFoolsnMothers · 22/03/2020 17:48

All of the above plus don’t forget a charger

pinkpeoniesplease · 22/03/2020 19:32

Yes we use cloth nappies but using Naty for the first few weeks.
Thanks for the above!

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