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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)

I am considered high risk. I have high blood pressure, and a low lying placenta at 21 weeks. they have me going in for another ultrasound at 28 weeks. my doctors are actually quite concerned, it seems... i.feel like I'm stol in the dark about what is going on. because I tress a couple things about the placenta lying low, they often don't check again until 34 weeks. and I've brent told to refrain from intercourse until then, they didn't even do a vaginal exam. the illusions technician told me, even though not 100% sure, she thinks it night he girl.... anyone else have a low lying placenta? our know anything about it .... Iknow out.could result in a c-section, and possible bed-rest closer to the end..

I am considered high risk. I have high blood pressure, and a low lying placenta at 21 weeks. they have me going in for another ultrasound at 28 weeks. my doctors are actually quite concerned, it seems... i.feel like I'm stol in the dark about what is going on. because I tress a couple things about the placenta lying low, they often don't check again until 34 weeks. and I've brent told to refrain from intercourse until then, they didn't even do a vaginal exam. the illusions technician told me, even though not 100% sure, she thinks it night he girl.... anyone else have a low lying placenta? our know anything about it .... Iknow out.could result in a c-section, and possible bed-rest closer to the end..

Did anyone else get this with their pregnancy? Anyone suggested relief its driving me crazy.

So much pain, at work now, can barely move, barely breathe. What is it? I feel like I'm breaking apart, our I'm about to puke.

So much pain, at work now, can barely move, barely breathe. What is it? I feel like I'm breaking apart, our I'm about to puke.

So much pain, at work now, can barely move, barely breathe. What is it? I feel like I'm breaking apart, our I'm about to puke.

So much pain, at work now, can barely move, barely breathe. What is it? I feel like I'm breaking apart, our I'm about to puke.

So much pain, at work now, can barely move, barely breathe. What is it? I feel like I'm breaking apart, our I'm about to puke.

Or otherwise. I think I might have it, a red ring on my upper arm, that hasn't give away in over a month. Its flaky now. :(