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Packing Your Labor Bag Print out this list and secure it to the bag you’ll be taking to the hospital.
For Mom
For Dad
For Siblings
r Massage oil r Soothing music r Robe r Warm socks
r Change of clothes r Pajamas or sweats r Toothbrush, toothpaste, razor r Snacks, sandwiches and
If siblings will be present before or after the baby arrives, here are some optional, helpful things to have available for them:
(to wear in the delivery room)
r Maternity underwear (for the trip home)
r Slippers r Flip-flops for the shower r Pajamas (with a top that opens in the front if you’re planning on breastfeeding)
r Nursing bra, nursing top r Clothing for trip home (consider bringing 2nd trimester maternity clothes, which will be roomy and comfortable)
r Two pillows with pillowcases from home
r Cosmetics, hairbrush, hair dryer r Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss r Prescription medications from home r Mints or breath strips r Lollipops (for a dry mouth) r Lip balm r Deodorant r Body lotion r Eyeglasses (contact lenses may need to be removed prior to a C-section)
r Contact lenses and accessories
beverages (keep food on hand so the “labor coach” won’t have to leave your bedside)
r Loose change or dollar bills for vending machines
r Books, magazines or CD’s (to help Mom relax)
r Camera(s) and extra film or memory card
r Camcorder r Batteries and/or chargers for cameras
r P hone list for friends and family
r Car seat for trip home r Cell phone For Baby
r Coming home outfit r Socks r Weather-appropriate outerwear r Hat r Receiving blanket(s) r Mittens or baby nail clippers
r Favorite books and toys r Drawing paper and crayons/markers
r Snacks r A gift from Mom and Baby (to help ease jealousies after Baby arrives)
r A gift from big brother or sister to Baby (perhaps chosen together prior to Baby’s arrival)
Other Items
r Insurance card r Admission forms (if you haven’t already completed them)
r Photo ID What Not to Bring
r Jewelry r Large amounts of cash, credit cards, or any other valuables
r Work
