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Let's discuss the things they don't tell you in books about being a first time mom. Experienced moms please weigh in. I'll do my best to remember how awkward and terrifying those first weeks are.

THINGS NOBODY TELLS YOU

1) You will become a poop expert!

2) Your baby WILL have a blowout, most likely in public, so bring extra clothes or a blanket. You can torture your child with the story when they are a teenager.

I will add more as I remember them. Please feel free to add your own.

Must-Haves:
Insurance info, hospital forms and birth plan (if you have one)
2-3 pairs of warm, nonskid socks that can get ruined (for walking the halls before and after labor)
A warm robe or sweater you don't mind sacrificing to the cause
2 maternity bras — no underwire — and nursing pads (whether or not you plan to nurse, you'll appreciate the support and leak-protection)
Lip balm (hospitals are very dry)
Toiletries and personal items — hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, face wash, makeup (as if), shampoo, conditioner, lotion, contact lens case and solution (remember, travel-sized products are your friends)
Eyeglasses
Headband or ponytail holder (avoid clips — they'll probably poke you)
Sugar-free hard candy or lozenges to keep your mouth moist during labor (candy with sugar will make you thirsty)
Pen and paper
Lots of change for the vending machines and non-perishable snacks (you'll probably be hungry after labor, and the hospital cafeteria could be closed)
Cell phone and charger, phone numbers of people to call after birth, prepaid calling card (if your hospital doesn't allow cell phones)
Camera, film or extra memory card, battery or charger
A gym bag packed with a change of clothes and basic hygiene products for your partner
Take it or leave it:
Extra pillow (with a case that can get ruined, in a pattern distinguishable from hospital white)
Comfortable going-home clothes in six-month maternity size and flat shoes (or, just wear the clothes you came in — sorry, but they'll probably still fit)
Bath towel (the hospital will likely supply a small, very thin one)
Hairdryer
Your favorite brand of soap, shampoo and heavy flow sanitary pads (the hospital supplies these things, but bring your own if you're picky)
A few pairs of maternity underwear that can get ruined (the hospital will have disposable pairs, which some women find handy and others find gross)
A ruin-able nightgown (you can use those lovely hospital gowns, but your own might help you feel more human)
Breast pump, if you plan to use one
Slippers that can get dirty
Very light reading (think mags and newspapers, not War and Peace)
Your MP3 (loaded with your favorite tunes, of course)
Massage oil and tools like rolling pins or tennis balls, and lucky or inspirational objects (honestly, we doubt you'll use 'em — but feel free to prove us wrong!)
Leave Home:
Any clothes or nighties you really like (they will get ruined)
Stopwatch (your nurse or a monitor will take care of timing contractions)
Adorable outfits for baby (the hospital provides the essentials, and infants are too tightly swaddled in blankets for a fashion show anyway)
What to Bring For Baby:
Approved car seat
Warm blankets (for the ride home)
Outdoor gear like a snowsuit and hat, as seasonally appropriate (remember, babies are extra sensitive to cold)

Without falling!! He's going to be walking before I know it....then we'll be in real trouble :)

Just wondering what you all are planning on getting your boy for his first birthday? I see that a lot of moms with girls are getting charm bracelets for their first birthday and are going to add a charm each year...super cute idea. I want to get my son something special but have no ideas :(

Just wondering what you all are planning on getting your boy for his first birthday? I see that a lot of moms with girls are getting charm bracelets for their first birthday and are going to add a charm each year...super cute idea. I want to get my son something special but have no ideas :(

hello ladies,

what are you guys planning for your lOs first year?

i want to do just a small get together. with some friends and family. and i want to make cupcakes. it will be the first time he will eat cake lol yay!

yet i think i dont want to do anything and might end up taking him to dinner with hubby and i, and celebrated with just us! idl. what you guys think?

Weaned dd last week and have been slightly engorged until this morning. Now there just saggy! Dh laughed when I showed him.
I knew it would happen but I didn't expect such a drastic and quick change!

Boo to saggy boobs!

My dd turned 9 months last week. She was 8 lbs 10oz at birth and is only 16lbs 14oz now. Her dr doesn't seem worried but technically she still hasn't doubled her birth weight. She breastfeeds except for two soy milk bottles at daycare, which has gone down to one the past week. She eats ALL the time and doesn't care for purées anymore do we give her pretty much what we eat (small chunks of chicken lots of fruits and veggies- nothing unhealthy). I just feel she should weigh more. Also, she's not talking. I read where she should be able to say mama and look at me but she never says mama or any other real words but she babbles and baby talks and even sings all the time. She isn't walking or really cruising but loves to pull up on things. She's the happiest baby I've ever met but I'm just starting to wonder if she's behind.

Hello my fellow octo mummy's! Not sure if we have this in October group or not but as I'm pregnant with baby number 2 due in feb I joined that group too, saw this n thaught it would be good for a giggle :)

In 3 words or less describe how/where or why u got pregnant

My 3 words....
Condom came off... Lol