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The last month of pregnancy is one of the most stressful ones for expecting parents, with few weeks to go there a lot to get done. One of the most important things that first time parents need to take care of is to pack a bag or even multiple ones for their hospital stay. While a mother's bag is probably the most essential one, there is also a need for dads and baby bags to be packed.
There may be many suggestions online for helping people pack a baby delivery bag or mother's bag for the hospital but often many items listed can prove to be completely futile. Thus, to ensure that you pack a great bag for your hospital stay here are a few well-researched suggestions that can help you-
Packing for Labor -
- Have all the necessary reports, insurance cards and other paper work in hand
- A bath robe, night gown, comfortable pyjamas, slippers and socks- While you can get some of these things in the hospital, many women prefer to wear their own home items, so be sure to pack all of these and maybe even more than one. Proper clothing is essential for a woman in labor as she needs to be as comfortable as possible
Toiletries- Again while these may be available in the hospital it is better to pack them as women prefer their own items wherever they go. This is also a more hygienic option to go in for
- You also need to pack some comfortable clothing items other than night and bathroom wear
- Snacks are also useful items that you should not forget about and remember to keep a water bottle as well
- Pack mobile chargers, cameras and other such things as well. Also remember to have some items which can help a mother stay calmer and keep busy while in bed. Maybe something to read or watch
After delivery packing
- A fresh night gown or clothing items
- Some more snacks
- Maternity underwear- 3-4
- Comfortable nursing bras and even regular bras
- A going home outfit
- Baby care items like wipes, nappies, soft towels, clothing, receiving blankets, etc.
While the new born bub and mom are taken care of one also needs to ensure that fathers that choose to stay with their spouse in the hospital also have a well packed bag with them. Thus, for dad bags here are a a few suggestions-
- Toiletries
- Chargers, extra batteries
- Clean pair of underwear
- Nightwear
- A couple of clothing change options
- Snacks or drinks
These few things are a must pack for maternity bags for mums, babies and dads.
This being said if you feel that you cannot go through such a long check list then today there is even an option to buy pre packed bags. Companies in Australia that offer such products ensure that all essential items are packed in them so that parents can have a comfortable stay. Not just this but these companies also ensure that their bags are handy for keeping in the hospital and have enough space to find and organize things easily.
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