Just thought it would be a good idea to share some tips for first time mums.
My number one tip is to store your stocked packets of wipes upside down so all the moisture goes to the top of the pack. when you come to use them the wipes you take first wont be dry.
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I have noticed there's a few hospital bag threads so I thought I would put together one that has every item imaginable.
You decide whether you want to pack it all or not hehe!
Ladies please feel free to make more suggestions and I will add to the original list:
For labour:
Birth plan
Dressing gown
Slippers
Socks
Tshirt or nightie
Massage oil
Lip balm
Paper fan
Watch
Camera
Books / Mags / Music
Tens machine
Water spray bottle
Small sponge
Flannel
Hair brush
Hair bobbles
Hair band
Hair clips
Water
Birthing ball
Deodrant
Mirror
Bikini top (water birth)
Towles
Headphones and mp3 player
Snacks:
Energising drinks
Energy sweets (Dextrose)
Lollypops
Flapjacks
Cereal bars
Orange juice
For Partner:
Change of clothes
Mags / Books
Music
Deodorant
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Socks
Camera
For after birth:
Going home outfit
Knickers - cheap or disposable
Breast pads
Maternity pads
Nursing bra
Nightdress or lose pj's
Dressing gown
Slippers
Shampoo
Conditioner
Cleanser / toner / moisturiser
Shower gel
Deodorant
Soap
Hand cream
Hand sanitiser
Towels
Hairbrush
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Lavender oil
Nipple cream
Arnica (to aid healing)
Cosmetics
Tissues
Feeding pillow
Small plastic jug
Ear plugs
Breast pump
Shawl for breast feeding
Hairspray
Face wipes
For baby:
Carseat
Going home outfit
Sleepsuits
Baby vests
Blanket
Nappies
Socks
Hats
Muslin squares
Baby toiletries
Towle
Baby nail scissors
Cotton wool balls
Nappy sacks
Nappy cream
Baby wipes
Scratch mittens
Bottles
Milk
Last minute things to remember:
Maternity notes
Charged camera
Mobile phone
Mobile Phone charger
Change for carpark
Pillow
Makeup
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You decide whether you want to pack it all or not hehe!
Ladies please feel free to make more suggestions and I will add to the original list:
For labour:
Birth plan
Dressing gown
Slippers
Socks
Tshirt or nightie
Massage oil
Lip balm
Paper fan
Watch
Camera
Books / Mags / Music
Tens machine
Water spray bottle
Small sponge
Flannel
Hair brush
Hair bobbles
Hair band
Hair clips
Water
Birthing ball
Deodrant
Mirror
Bikini top (water birth)
Towles
Headphones and mp3 player
Snacks:
Energising drinks
Energy sweets (Dextrose)
Lollypops
Flapjacks
Cereal bars
Orange juice
For Partner:
Change of clothes
Mags / Books
Music
Deodorant
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Socks
Camera
For after birth:
Going home outfit
Knickers - cheap or disposable
Breast pads
Maternity pads
Nursing bra
Nightdress or lose pj's
Dressing gown
Slippers
Shampoo
Conditioner
Cleanser / toner / moisturiser
Shower gel
Deodorant
Soap
Hand cream
Hand sanitiser
Towels
Hairbrush
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Lavender oil
Nipple cream
Arnica (to aid healing)
Cosmetics
Tissues
Feeding pillow
Small plastic jug
Ear plugs
Breast pump
Shawl for breast feeding
Hairspray
Face wipes
For baby:
Carseat
Going home outfit
Sleepsuits
Baby vests
Blanket
Nappies
Socks
Hats
Muslin squares
Baby toiletries
Towle
Baby nail scissors
Cotton wool balls
Nappy sacks
Nappy cream
Baby wipes
Scratch mittens
Bottles
Milk
Last minute things to remember:
Maternity notes
Charged camera
Mobile phone
Mobile Phone charger
Change for carpark
Pillow
Makeup
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by Princess-Number2 on Jan 14, 2011
Any one ever traveled by train to some where like skegness for a week away in a caravan (big stationary kind) hoping to save up.so we can have a little holiday this or next yr with our two kids.. How much would peopke say to save up? Thanks. X
by pinkythingy 26 days ago
Think my oh has lost it ....he wants another baby!!!! We have 4 already lo is only 13 months old :O
by mcgill1981 on Apr 13, 2013
catching up on one born.. ive a 18 m old n 7 m old im mad but is making me soooo flipping broody its unbeliveable! lol.
sister in.law hasnt long given birth either lol which hasnt helped which my partner turned round n said "when ever ur ready let me know..ill have as many as u like to make u happy" such a lovely bloke some times lol.
sister in.law hasnt long given birth either lol which hasnt helped which my partner turned round n said "when ever ur ready let me know..ill have as many as u like to make u happy" such a lovely bloke some times lol.
by pinkythingy on Apr 10, 2013
catching up on one born.. ive a 18 m old n 7 m old im mad but is making me soooo flipping broody its unbeliveable! lol.
sister in.law hasnt long given birth either lol which hasnt helped which my partner turned round n said "when ever ur ready let me know..ill have as many as u like to make u happy" such a lovely bloke some times lol.
sister in.law hasnt long given birth either lol which hasnt helped which my partner turned round n said "when ever ur ready let me know..ill have as many as u like to make u happy" such a lovely bloke some times lol.
by pinkythingy on Apr 10, 2013
May pee myself I am that excited!! ;-)
by p1nks4pphire on Apr 01, 2013
was u more scared the second time round about the birth.. Im excited to be having a baby again but am so scared this time round about the birth.. keep freaking out even tho my first birth was rather quick, was still very painfull and I cant stop panicking about having my lil one in just over 3 weeks? xx
by expectingbaby.no2 on Mar 27, 2013