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What to Pack for the Hospital
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Written by: Kerri on Saturday, July 17th, 2010 | 
I went to the doctor on Wednesday for her to check my cervix and I am dilated two centimeters! 
So I created a little list of things you should pack for the hospital when you’re going to have a baby.
For the Mother:
- Insurance Card and Other Required Paperwork
- 1 Bed Pillow – This is completely optional. I just love my pillow and I’m taking it! Make sure your pillow case is a different color than white so the hospital doesn’t get confused!
- 2 Sets of Pajamas – Ahh, I love really big, plain white t-shirts and a pair of cotton shorts.
- 2-3 Pairs of Socks – Hey, your feet might get cold…
- 1 Pair of Slippers – For when you’re walking around.
- 2 Bath Towels and 2-3 Wash Cloths – The hospital may provide these items, but most of the time the towels are too small.
- Toiletry Items – A toothbrush, toothpaste, hair brush/comb, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, body wash, deodorant, sanitary pads, etc.
- 1 Going Home Outfit – Maternity clothes that you wore around your 5th month of pregnancy.
- Books, Magazines, an iPod, etc. – You might get bored, who knows?
- A Nursing Bra, Breast Pads, Nipple Cream, etc. – If you’re breastfeeding, that is. Trust me on the nipple cream!
- A Refillable Water Bottle
For the Baby:
I don’t know how your hospital works, but the one that I go to won’t really provide too much for your baby anymore. Which is why this list might be longer than others out there. 
- 1 Going Home Outfit
- 3-5 Bibs and Burp Cloths
- 2 Receiving Blankets
- 1 Pair of No-Scratch Mittens
- 1 Hat
- 2-4 Extra Onesies
- 2 Pairs of Socks
- A car seat, of course.
For the Father:
- 1-2 Changes of Clothes
- Manly Toiletries
- Pocket Money – For the vending machine runs or maybe the hospital cafeteria.
- A Camera and/or Video Recorder
And there it is! My little list of what to pack for the hospital! It’s really what I packed, though.
What do you think is essential for your hospital bag? Is there anything you think I have forgotten?
