How many bags to the hospital?

[drivingdaisy]

I've been thinking about my hospital bag for when it is time for baby to come. I have a SERIOUS packing problem. I can fill my SUV up just to visit my parents for a few days (granted that does include the dog and usually the husband). I have a similar mental image for the trip to the hospital... haha.

How many bags or what size were the bags you took when you went to the hospital? What were the things that you were glad you had, wished you had, or didn't need?

(On an unrelated thought I wish I could bring the dog to the hospital with me.)

[aps45819]

Why the hell would you pack for a place you'll wear a gown that ties in the back from the time you get there till the time you leave?

[drivingdaisy]

Originally Posted by aps45819

Why the hell would you pack for a place you'll wear a gown that ties in the back from the time you get there till the time you leave?

Your thing says you are a single dad, but were you even there when your child/ren were born.

For one thing I imagine I would like my toothpaste and toothbrush.

[MarieB]

Originally Posted by aps45819

Why the hell would you pack for a place you'll wear a gown that ties in the back from the time you get there till the time you leave?

I guess it depends upon how long you're there. There is a point where many want to have their own clothes on whatever they may be.



To answer the question, I took my laptop, a book, my cell, any special lotion or soap that I wanted to use, pjs, makeup, brush, Chapstick, going home clothes, slippers and socks ( the hospital was freezing), and an outfit or two for baby.. A bathrobe is nice for wondering the halls if you want to get up and walk around. Don't bring anything to fancy

[GWguy]

Originally Posted by MarieB

I guess it depends upon how long you're there. There is a point where many want to have their own clothes on whatever they may be.



To answer the question, I took my laptop, a book, my cell, any special lotion or soap that I wanted to use, pjs, makeup, brush, Chapstick, going home clothes, slippers and socks ( the hospital was freezing), and an outfit or two for baby.. A bathrobe is nice for wondering the halls if you want to get up and walk around. Don't bring anything to fancy

I always wondered about the hospital walls as I wandered around too.





Pack light to begin with, personal stuff, socks, etc. Once you're there and realize what you really need or want, have hubby bring it in for you.

[Dakota (Premo)]

They toss you out so fast, you will barely unpack and it will be time to get out. Pack comfy clothes to wear home & something for your new baby to wear.

[Dakota (Premo)]

Originally Posted by GWguy

Pack light to begin with, personal stuff, socks, etc. Once you're there and realize what you really need or want, have hubby bring it in for you.

I ended up in the hospital for 5-6 weeks before my son was born due to pre-term labor. You have no idea how badly this worked out for me. My husband never brought me things that matched.

[Gilligan (Premo)]

Originally Posted by Dakota

My husband never brought me things that matched.

?? My idea of a major fashion statement in any hopsital I've been in was:

Even bothering to tie the gown in back so that both sides overlapped before I took the walker for a stroll down the hallways.

What is this "things that matched" concept that you brought up?

[vraiblonde]

Originally Posted by Dakota

They toss you out so fast, you will barely unpack and it will be time to get out. Pack comfy clothes to wear home & something for your new baby to wear.

That's it! Plus a toothbrush and toothpaste, maybe a hairbrush.

You'll have the baby and most likely be out of there the next day.

[drivingdaisy]

Originally Posted by Dakota

I ended up in the hospital for 5-6 weeks before my son was born due to pre-term labor. You have no idea how badly this worked out for me. My husband never brought me things that matched.

Oh God. I can only imagine. Luckily if all goes as planned my mom will be here. If not, she's the first phone call, but that's still at least 3 hours of driving for her. I could get my SIL to go with him to help. For some reason I don't like the idea of my SIL poking around through my drawers (in both senses of the word), but I would be ok with her approving or vetoing the things hubby might try to bring.