A few essentials for mama and baby...
Plenty of maternity pads - although the hospital provide these bring some just in case! And make sure you have some ready at home.
Packs of normal knickers (from Primark or somewhere cheap); you'll probably only use these up until the bleeding stops and dispose of them after.
Bras - I had no idea I'd be in hospital for a couple of days so pack 2 or 3.
Bag for dirty clothes
Nighties/pyjamas - wear something that is easy to breastfeed in, possibly something with buttons.
Slippers
Dressing gown
Toothbrush/toothpaste
Hairbrush and hair bands
Outfits to go home in - remember your stomach won't shrink back straight after giving birth so pack something lose.
Moisturiser, Bio Oil, Shampoo, Body wash, Flannel
Towel - again some hospitals provide this!
Make up bag
Phone and charger
Pen and small notepad
Snacks!
Essentials for BABY
Pack of nappies
Wipes/cotton wool - cotton wool and water is a great way to top and tail your baby as well as cleaning their bottoms. You know that it is pure on their skin.
5 Baby grows and sleep suits - you may have to stay over a little longer than expected. Also Baby may get a bit messy when needing their nappy changed.
3 hats, 3 bibs
Gloves - newborn babies tend to have their hands at their faces-scratching them
Blankets
Going home outfit
Formula carton and bottle - these will come in handy especially as breast milk may take a few days to produce and baby will be hungry!
Olive oil - keep your baby moisturised with olive oil. Olive oil is one of the purest for your little one's skin.
Things PAPA might want to pack are his phone charger, bottle of drink, snacks, extra top.
Let us know what else you recommend to pack :)
Written by Chic Toddlers. Posted with Blogsy.
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