Things
to Take to the Hospital When
Having a Baby
For Mother:
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__Bathrobe
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__Slippers
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__Change of clothes and comfortable shoes to wear home
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__Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, facial cream)
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__Comb, brush, curling iron, hair accessories, gels, hairspray
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__Lip moisturizer
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__Massage oils or lotions
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__Snacks to eat, include breath mints
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__Fun stuff; books, magazines, music, word puzzles
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__Eyeglasses (if needed)
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__List of important phone numbers
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__Socks
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__Maternity underwear
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__Nursing bra
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__Breast pads
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__Sanitary napkins
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__Tennis balls for back labor massage
For Coach:
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__Watch with a second hand to time contractions
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__Camera/video camera
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__Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste…)
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__Change of clothes
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__Snacks and reading material
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__Cell phone/prepaid phone card
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__List of important numbers
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__Dollar bills or change for vending machines
For Baby:
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__Infant hat
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__Infant car seat
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__Newborn diapers
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__Receiving blanket
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__Newborn underclothes
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__Newborn outfits, (sleepers, tops, bottoms…)
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__Socks or booties