Okay, you are coming to the end of your second trimester. You have the nursery complete (or almost complete), you’ve hired an NCS 😉, baby names are picked out or down to a few choices, your baby shower is quickly approaching, and now it is time to think about your delivery!
Full term babies are delivered anytime between 37 to 42 gestational weeks! But, what if your baby decideds he/she is ready at 36 weeks and 6 days, would you be ready too?!
Must-haves (for both parents!)
- Gov’t issued IDs*
- Cash
- Pajamas
- Dresses / night gowns are most comfortable, especially after a Cesarian
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- Body wash
- Tooth brushes & tooth paste
- Hair brush
- Phone Charger
- Daytime relaxing clothes
- Pumping bra
- Nursing bra / tank top
- Nipple shells
- Mom’s outfit to wear home
For Baby
- Going home outfit (onesie, pants, socks, hat)
- Outfit for pictures (if you’re doing them)
- Boppy Pillow
- Diaper Bag- leave it in the car if it’s not too hot outside!
Nice to have
- Slippers (walking around hospital or going to bathroom)
- Your own socks
- Shower flip flops (if you feel necessary)
- Make up
- Make up remover
- Your own blanket & Pillow (dad too!)
- Baby book
- Video camera & Charger
- Snacks
- Reuseable water bottle
Unnecessary Extras
(Hospital provides majority of these things if you ask!)
- Diapers
- Wipes
- Lanolin
- Pads / Mom Diapers
- Multiple outfits for baby (you’ll do far less outfit changes than you think!)
- Breast Pump
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Your bag is packed, now the Car!
Having your car packed up early, saves you and especially your already panicking spouse, a lot of stress when the time comes to head out the door. Install your car seat and have your suitcases already in the back.
- If you’re delivering in the summertime, keep your suitcases in the coat closet near the front door to avoid your things melting or getting too hot in the car -
Make sure you have a mirror set up in the back seat so that you have a clear view of your baby at all times. Safety, convenience & peace of mind!
*** Best Mirror: see link below! ***
The Zarco Baby Mirror is clear, sturdy, and easy to set up. It also has a great ball & socket feature that allows you to tilt it in many directions. I’ve tried so many and this one is hands down, my favorite!
Zacro Baby Car Mirror, Shatter-Proof Acrylic Baby Mirror for Car, Rearview Baby Mirror-Easily to Observe The Baby's Every Move, Safety and 360 Degree Adjustability https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3PCW2C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_mIKyCbK1GYA84
