The "Go" Bag
Our bags are packed and in the car. This, I assume, ensures us several more days before the little one arrives. :)
Even though my bag is already in the car, I decided to do some research on what the mighty expert known as Dr. Google would have to say about it, just to make sure I do have what I need. There were obvious things, like something to wear home, something for the baby to wear home, a toothbrush. (These I could figure out for myself.)
Then there are some outdated things. For instance, almost every list I saw told the dad to bring "change for a payphone, calling card, and a list of phone numbers."
Since when does someone these days need change for a payphone? Every 15 year old pregnant patient I've delivered has either made a phone call or sent a text with in minutes of giving birth. Even my Mennonite patients use the cell phone in the delivery room.
And they all also still say to bring camera and film. Which also seems like a somewhat quaint suggestion.
I did see some good suggestions - I don't have lip balm packed- which does seem like a great idea. Anyone else out there with good suggestions for what to bring? Or things you wish you had but didn't?
Even though my bag is already in the car, I decided to do some research on what the mighty expert known as Dr. Google would have to say about it, just to make sure I do have what I need. There were obvious things, like something to wear home, something for the baby to wear home, a toothbrush. (These I could figure out for myself.)
Then there are some outdated things. For instance, almost every list I saw told the dad to bring "change for a payphone, calling card, and a list of phone numbers."
Since when does someone these days need change for a payphone? Every 15 year old pregnant patient I've delivered has either made a phone call or sent a text with in minutes of giving birth. Even my Mennonite patients use the cell phone in the delivery room.
And they all also still say to bring camera and film. Which also seems like a somewhat quaint suggestion.
I did see some good suggestions - I don't have lip balm packed- which does seem like a great idea. Anyone else out there with good suggestions for what to bring? Or things you wish you had but didn't?
Comments
But one thing I did bring was a box of cereal bars and I was glad for that - man, was I hungry!
camera, computer, skype hookup.
NOT a baby sling ... did you see the Morning Show today?
Dad is on his way! thru the snow!
Best wishes for an uneventful delivery and a healthy baby!
With my fifth, my hospital bag was a Target plastic bag with a toothbrush and a pair of giant undies (my husband "packed" it when I was sent straight to the hospital from an OB appointment, told to not go home).
That was it. I had my husband bring a sleeper for the baby once we knew how big he was.
Otherwise, the hospital provided everything else we needed. Even the undies. The mesh panties ROCK. Ask for extras to take home.
For babies #6 and #7, I followed the same philosophy. If it won't fit in a Target bag, leave it at home. Other than the pillow---you NEED your own pillow. Make sure to put a bright pillowcase on it so the hospital cleaning staff doesn't mix up your linens with theirs.