Once you are over 36 weeks of pregnancy, then you are ready to deliver at any time. Infact, nobody knows when the pain will kick start and when you are in pain, you will not be able to pack your bag. So keep your hospital bag ready with all the necessary items well in advance so as to avoid last moment packing and missing out on certain things.
What should I pack in the bag?
1. Keep all the medical records which is very important.
2. A pair of comfortable footware to walk around in the hospital.
3. Comfortable nursing gowns to feed the baby.
4. Feeding bras and breast pads.
5. Necessary toiletries like toothpaste, brush, soap as some hospitals in india do not provide them.
6. Body lotion and lip balm to avoid the dryness of skin and lips.
7. Keep your comb, hair band to tie and keep your hair tidy.
8. Feeding pillow. Not every one prefers feeding pillow but i suggest it because it will give support to your back and ease back pain. Also feeding becomes easier.
9. New mom pads. There are maternity pads available which can be used after delivery as there will be excess blood flow .
What to pack for baby?
1. Clean and washed warm clothes for baby.
2. Diapers and wipes. New born diapers are available so keep them well in advance instead of buying a size extra which happened in my case.
3. Cotton balls to clean the baby if you do not want to use the wipes.
4. Warm baby blanket and sheets to use in the crib.
5. Swaddle cloth. New born baby needs to be swaddled till he gets adjusted to the outside world.
6. Cap and socks to keep your baby warm.
7. Few cotton nappies to use during the diaper free time.
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