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List of what to buy for hospital

Advice on packing your maternity bag for hospital with a useful labour check list.


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Clothing for you

two nightdresses/shirts with front opening for breastfeeding
light dressing gown/slippers
socks
two loose cotton tops
two pairs of stretchy leggings
two nursing bras/support bras


Toiletries for you

cleanser
toner
moisturiser
eye gel
deodorant
body wash/soap
sponge
flannel
toothbrush
toothpaste
floss
shampoo
conditioner
styling products
make-up
hairbrush
hairdryer
hand-held mirror
body lotion
stretch mark cream
cotton wool pads
two packs of disposable briefs
24 maternity towels
Please note that what you'll need will depend on the length of your stay and what your local hospital supplies
pack of breast pads
box of tissues
facial spray
lip salve

Toiletries for your baby

baby bath
cotton wool balls
pack of newborn nappies
pack of nappy sacks


Clothing for your baby

four pairs of scratch mitts
three light cardigans
six cotton bodysuits
six sleepsuits


Miscellaneous

personal stereo
camera with film
phone card and list of people to phone
birth announcement cards
stationery, stamps and pen
selection of books and magazines
assortment of sweets
packet of biscuits
lots of unsweetened juice/water
loose change


Going home bag

outdoor/going home clothes and shoes
outdoor suit, booties, hat, mittens
infant carrier car seat

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This list is very helpful especially for new moms like me! I had no idea that I would need these things! I thought that you just go and they take care of you! Silly me! Thanks
added by Britt1029 [Thu 31st Jan 2008 @ 10:02:57]
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