Yes, friends. It’s that time. I need to start making my checklist of items needed while in the hospital post-delivery! I am 31 weeks now…I still have lots of time…but, I like to know what I need to get. And, having had a child already, I’m confident I’ll have what I need without overdoing it. Hopefully, this list will help those of you that need a little guidance. (In no particular order and all important!)
1. Nursing Supplies: (nursing bra, Medela sheilds, Lansinoh)
This is pretty, no? Last time I bought for PURE function. I hated that! This time, pretty and functional, please!
Not to be too personal…I had serious problems getting Davis to latch on in the hospital. These saved my life…and his! I didn’t know about them then. I did the day after we got home and he had lost a pound!
The best stuff ever….EVER.
2. Back-up Bottle and Formula:
There will be differing opinions on this…I found that Born Free bottles were absolutely the best. They don’t have too many crazy parts and are BPA free. Again, I had trouble nursing Davis in the hospital…going to bring a few of these and some formula as back up in case that happens this time.
3. Comfy Pajamas and robe (nursing = functional, cute and appropriate = can have visitors)
Olian knocks it out of the park with these. And, they come with a matching gown for babe!
4. Comfy slippers and yummy socks (Me no touch hospital floors. Thank you!)
Look at these hot mamas from Cole Haan! I would wear these with jeans. 
5. Toiletries: I make another Make-up Bag (small, yet effective. i.e. enough to make me look un-zombie-like, no need for charcoal “smokey” eye, right?!) and include items I need for an overnight stay (cleanser, eye cream, hairbrush, shampoo/conditioner, etc). Add sanitary napkins. TMI? Maybe. Necessary? Absolutely.
6. Diaper Bag for baby items: soft, cozy outfit for her and receiving blankets
7. Going Home Outfit for Me: Think comfy!
Remember this from Friday’s post? This is perfect with leggings and maybe a long-sleeved tee underneath. Thanks, Moody Mamas!
8. Camera and Video Camera. No, we will not record the birth. Yes, we may record hospital visits!
9.Cash for the pizza man. Yes, I ate an entire pizza after Davis was born. It was the best pizza I’ve had in my life!
10. My own pillow. My iPod. My iPod speakers. (Gotta have Jack Johnson or Bob Marley soothing my soul during delivery!)
11. OH! Your favorite lipstick. When all else fails, swiping this on makes me feel better and look a little better.
12. Paperwork: copy of hospital registration, insurance information, phone numbers/email list of friends and family to notify.
13. Carseat. Do I need to explain this one? Yes, do have it installed about a month before your due date. Yes, go by your neighborhood Fire Station to have it checked.
And…for those of you that aren’t aware…the hospital has a cart that supplies you with diapers, wipes, etc while you are there. Take the surplus home with you! It will get you started and eliminate the need to bring these in your hospital bag.
Done and DONE!
Adrianne
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