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For Mommy
- ¨ Birth plan (if you have one)
- ¨ Health insurance forms
- ¨ Hospital preregistration forms
- ¨ Nightgown or large t-shirt for giving birth if you prefer not to wear a hospital gown
- ¨ Extra pillows to keep you comfortable during labor
- ¨ Magazines, books, etc if you wish to read
- ¨ Any CDs or music you wish to listen to during labor
- ¨ Focal point object
- ¨ 2-3 nightgowns (with a front close if you plant to breastfeed)
- ¨ Bathrobe
- ¨ Slippers
- ¨ A few pairs of socks
- ¨ Several pairs of underwear
- ¨ Toothbrush, toothpaste
- ¨ Soap
- ¨ Shampoo, conditioner
- ¨ Deodorant
- ¨ Contacts/glasses
- ¨ Hair brush
- ¨ Cosmetics you might want such as makeup or hair products
- ¨ Lip balm, hard candies, or lollipops to keep mouth moist
- ¨ Body lotion
- ¨ Your own sanitary pads (if you prefer those over the ones the hospital gives you)
- ¨ Nursing bra
- ¨ Breast pads
- ¨ Journal, diary to document this time
- ¨ Loose, comfortable clothing for the trip home (you will still look 5-6 months pregnant)
For Daddy or Coach
- ¨ Camera or camcorder
- ¨ Extra batteries and film for camera or camcorder
- ¨ Oils to massage your partner during labor
- ¨ Tennis ball or back massager
- ¨ Watch with a second hand to measure contractions
- ¨ Magazines, books, etc. to read during the early stages
- ¨ Phone numbers of people you will want to call
- ¨ Telephone card or change for pay-phones
- ¨ Snacks or change for vending machines
- ¨ Change of clothes
- ¨ Basic toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, etc.)
- ¨ Bathing suit (in case your partner takes a bath or shower during labor and you wish to accompany her)
For the Baby
- ¨ Receiving blanket
- ¨ Extra diapers
- ¨ Warm blanket if it is cold outside
- ¨ Outfit to wear home
- ¨ Socks or booties
- ¨ A cap (usually given to you at the hospital)
- ¨ Safe car seat and car seat directions
