Cotton Breastfeeding
Thursday, August 26th, 2010Cotton Breastfeeding

Hospital bag...anything I have forgot to include?
Im 40 + 1 weeks and I packed my hospital bag ages ago, but I just want to double check that I have got everything I am going to need. I am hoping to have a water birth at my hospital, there is only one pool so hopefully it will be free when I get there! I am also planning on breastfeeding. I have a bag for me and a bag for the baby.
My bag:
-Maxi pads
-Breast pads
-2x old nighties
-3x new nighties
-Dressing gown
-Bed socks
-Slippers
-5x knickers (I am going to throw them away when Im done with them)
-2x Bra's
-Going home outfit
-Hot water bottle
-Towel
-Flannel
-Deodorant
-Shampoo/conditioner
-Toothbrush
-Toothpaste
-Hairbands
-Brush
-Camera
-Phone/phone charger
Baby's bag:
-Baby Blanket
-Baby hooded towel
-2x scratch mitts
-3x Body Suits
-3x sleep suits
-2x hats
-Going home outfit
-Cotton balls
-Wet wipes
-Nappies
-Car Seat
Oh and obviously my birth plan and maternity notes!
You could probably use a tankini top if you are planning a water birth.
Lip balm for dry lips from all the heavy breathing through labor.
Don't forget extra batteries for your camera.
Massage oil might be a helpful tool if you plan on using massage as a pain coping manuver.
Also, an exercise ball (your hospital may have one, but I would bring Your Own just in case...It was a life saver during my labor.) eases pain and helps open up the pelvis.
It is also best to have a few copies of your birth plan. One will be put in your chart, but if you have a long labor, it is best to have extras to give to each new nurse.
Also, if you will be allowed to eat, snacks (like trail mix or granola) would be a good idea along with juice (most hospitals just have cranberry juice cocktail, apple juice and sodas.) or tea. (Raspberry leaf tea gotten from a health food store is great for encouraging contractions after birth and can decrease bleeding, along with providing many other benefits and is caffine free and safe for nursing mothers to drink.)
That's about all I can think of for now. Going past your due date is hard, but Your Baby will be in your arms soon!!! Good Luck and Congratulations!!!
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