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It is important that you get your hospital bag organized before you go into labor, you wont be wanting to be rushing around packing a bag for hospital as you are going into labor.
It is probably a good idea to pack your bag about 3-4 weeks before your due date.
Packing your hospital bag
Completed insurance or pre registration forms and healthcare insurance card Heavy socks to wear in delivery room Cotton nightgown or T-shirt for labor Lip balm, lollipops or fruit drops to use during labor Books or magazines A nightgown for after the delivery Slippers with rubber soles 2 Nursing bras 3 pairs of panties Toiletries (Brush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, etc.) Hair band Clothes for going home, preferably loose fitting Glasses (You can't wear contacts during labor) Sanitary pads (check to see if the hospitals supplies them or not)
What to pack for Labor
Watch with a second hand (For timing of contractions) Talc or cornstarch for massaging Paint roller or tennis ball to massage your lower back Tapes, CD's and a player Camera and film List of telephone numbers to announce the birth of your baby Change for public phone Light snacks for your partner or labor coach
What to pack for your baby
Clothes for the trip home (Vests, baby grows, hat and socks) Baby blankets Diapers
Be sure to have an approved baby car seat correctly installed in your car in which to take your baby home. Some hospitals won't even let you take your child home in your car unless you have one installed.
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