You are informed well in advance as to when your due date will be. This is done so that you can stay prepared for the time. The last minute haste can always complicate things. Therefore, you must plan things accordingly when the delivery time nears.
Till date you have taken great care if all the dos and don'ts of pregnancy and now for the delivery also, you need to follow certain guidelines. The most important of all is preparing the checklist of things that you need to carry along to the hospital. Here let us figure out what all things you must carry to the hospital so that there is nothing missed out. Have a look:
For the Mother
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A Health Insurance ID card: Most of the women carry or put their health insurance id in their wallet for them to locate it easily.
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The Hospital Preregistration Forms: Don't forget to carry your hospital preregistration forms so that you don't have to worry about the paper works.
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Nursing Bras: These bras give support to your swollen tender breasts. It is designed to hold the nursing pads to stop the breast leakage. So don't forget to carry a couple of them.
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Nursing Pillow: This is a great help in reducing your strain on your shoulders and back as you feed the baby while holding it.
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Nightgown and robe: After delivery, it would be better if you use your own nightgown rather than wearing the one provided by the hospital staff. Opt for a front open gown or robe so that breastfeeding can be done easily.
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Slippers and Socks: Do carry along a pair of slippers and socks as it is better to use your own things in the hospital. Also, socks will keep your feet warm.
For the Baby
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Blankets: You will need some soft blankets to wrap the baby. So don't forget to carry a couple of them.
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Diapers: Buy some diapers for the newborn. You can even use some clean cloth pieces for temporary use.
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Baby Wipes: These can be used for the sensitive newborns in order to keep them away from rashes.
Keep the list handy so that you don't have to face any last minute hassle. Also, if you feel any item goes missing, make sure it's got on tim