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Post by littleowl913 on Sept 1, 2017 13:36:01 GMT -6
Flame free wednesday confession: When I had DS, I did not realize you could wear your own clothes at the hospital. I wore the stupid gowns the whole time. I also did not realize DS could wear clothes so he was just in a diaper and swaddled in a blanket the whole time. I was in the hospital for a week and a half and only put on real clothes the day I was discharged. lol I was in the hospital for a week and didn't put on real clothes either - with the exception of a nursing bra probably day 4. |
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Post by moonandback141 on Sept 1, 2017 13:48:55 GMT -6
I'm also team mesh undies! They aren't glamourous but they are wonderful and comfy and do a great job of holding the ice pack and tufts pads in! Lol.
My best brings from last time we're definitely the flip flops for the shower, my own towel (a cheap one that I could allow to clean up the "murder scene" after that first shower) and my own pillow.
This time around I need to remember to bring backup sweatpants because I legit peed myself twice and someone had to run home and get me more pants. Pushing out a baby really messes up those pee muscles for a couple days.
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Post by moonandback141 on Sept 1, 2017 14:15:59 GMT -6
Oh wait I thought of another one--I brought my baby book so a nurse could do the footprints in it vs me attempting to at home later on.
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Post by rebeccabunch on Sept 1, 2017 15:10:38 GMT -6
I was in the hospital for a week and a half and only put on real clothes the day I was discharged. lol I was in the hospital for a week and didn't put on real clothes either - with the exception of a nursing bra probably day 4. When I had a C section, I only wore the gown too. It's the only thing that was comfortable. |
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Post by cythe on Sept 1, 2017 15:11:30 GMT -6
Oh wait I thought of another one--I brought my baby book so a nurse could do the footprints in it vs me attempting to at home later on. Yes, my hospital specifically said they'd do it so that's the only reason the book is on my list! |
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Post by bootsorhearts1 on Sept 2, 2017 12:08:04 GMT -6
cythe, duskymonkey, I had a CS too and I thought (for some reason) that would mean they'd clean everything out and I wouldn't have the heavy PP bleeding. NOPE. It was heavier than any period I ever had even in high school when I had to set an alarm to change my super plus tampon and pad in the middle of night.I think it's worse because you have to wear pads too. I've been a tampon/cup girl since I was 13. Pads are so gross.
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Post by danvers on Sept 2, 2017 17:31:53 GMT -6
Flame free wednesday confession: When I had DS, I did not realize you could wear your own clothes at the hospital. I wore the stupid gowns the whole time. I also did not realize DS could wear clothes so he was just in a diaper and swaddled in a blanket the whole time. *raises hand slowly and whispers me too* I mean, that time is all kind of a haze anyway but it didn't cross my mind that I could wear my own clothes and change DD and stuff. I'm much more prepared this go around! |
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Post by thatgirlrachel on Sept 2, 2017 18:04:16 GMT -6
Flame free wednesday confession: When I had DS, I did not realize you could wear your own clothes at the hospital. I wore the stupid gowns the whole time. I also did not realize DS could wear clothes so he was just in a diaper and swaddled in a blanket the whole time. *raises hand slowly and whispers me too* I mean, that time is all kind of a haze anyway but it didn't cross my mind that I could wear my own clothes and change DD and stuff. I'm much more prepared this go around! +1. It never occurred to me to change out of the hospital gown until we were getting discharged. It worked and made nursing easy so I never thought about it. I will definitely be packing spare clothes to change into this time though. |
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Post by versed on Sept 2, 2017 19:05:56 GMT -6
I liked having my own clothes (nursing tanks, yoga pants, and a cotton robe) - it made me feel more human. I packed the baby some clothes, too.
I'll also be packing my Bluetooth speaker because I have a birth playlist in my phone. I really liked focusing on my music during labor.
I'm a complete dork and will be packing a swaddle, hat, and my LetterFolk board for a picture/announcement at the hospital.
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Post by parma986 on Sept 3, 2017 8:15:26 GMT -6
I wanted out of that gown as soon as possible!! I think I changed after I showered the day after my c-section. Nursing tanks and yoga pants. Going to bring something with a looser waist this time, last time the elastic was too tight over my incision. And I very well may be having a second section so comfort is key. I was team mesh undies, though!
I changed DD into a sleep & play, too. She wasn't staying in her swaddle blanket and it was just easier. I will be bringing a couple gowns, a couple sleepers, and a couple Swaddle Pods for DD.
Toiletries, snacks, iPad and laptop- DD didn't sleep at all night #2 so we watched Friends while we tried to calm her down haha
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Post by duskymonkey on Sept 3, 2017 11:06:18 GMT -6
Complete opposite. I was fine in the hospital gown and will gladly live in it again this time. Really DNW to bloody my own clothes plus can't think of pants on with a CS
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Post by duskymonkey on Sept 10, 2017 11:10:39 GMT -6
So unlike many, my list actually got longer  I packed light with DS but could've used some extras. Now both O17 babies are out! Excuse me...I'll be packing today [ ] Big brother present Personal Toiletries - usual travel bag stuff + [ ] flip flops [ ] Adult Diapers- This is brilliant! Thanks guys! My Clothes[ ] Socks [ ] Nursing tanks - maybe [ ] Nursing bras [ ] Fleece jacket - depending on weather [ ] Light Cardigan - depending on weather [ ] Coming & going home outfit depending on weather Hubs Stuff[ ] Fitted Sheets [ ] Pajamas [ ] Toothbrush [ ] Blanket [ ] Pillow [ ] Deodorant Baby Stuff[ ] NB Kimonos - we're expecting another wee one. The hospital ones were ginormous! [ ] Topponcino + covers [ ] MBF [ ] NB & 3mos going home outfit [ ] Hat [ ] Blanket [ ] Baby book - footprint page [ ] Nipple shield [ ] HydroGel Pads for sore nips [ ] Coconut Oil for sore nips [ ] Disposable nursing pads [ ] Triple Paste [ ] Folded Viva Paper towels for black tar poop [ ] Sterilized Pumping parts [ ] Sterilized Bottles, nipples. [ ] Car Seat Misc.[ ] Charging hub [ ] Cell charger cable [ ] Camera and charger cable [ ] Video cam and charger cable [ ] Lactation cookies/brownies, Milky Cloud Tea [ ] Pillows [ ] Empty bags |
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Post by August Blooms on Sept 11, 2017 5:05:25 GMT -6
I still haven't packed mine even thought I've said I will about 3 times already and with this weekends baby extravaganza... I feel like I'm playing with fire.
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Post by mommabakes on Sept 11, 2017 5:32:51 GMT -6
I still haven't packed mine even thought I've said I will about 3 times already and with this weekends baby extravaganza... I feel like I'm playing with fire. I likely won't pack mine till I'm in labour. |
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Post by mkrupar on Sept 11, 2017 7:32:17 GMT -6
I still haven't packed mine even thought I've said I will about 3 times already and with this weekends baby extravaganza... I feel like I'm playing with fire. I had nothing with me except what I had brought to my appointment on Friday. I ended up just giving my dad a list and telling him what to grab for me. I haven't even touched 90% of it. I've really only used my toiletries. |
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Post by seventythree on Sept 11, 2017 7:44:34 GMT -6
I still haven't packed mine even thought I've said I will about 3 times already and with this weekends baby extravaganza... I feel like I'm playing with fire. I likely won't pack mine till I'm in labour. I'm on this bench. I did set aside the baby outfits (so, y'know, 2 sleepers and a hat) and my robe, but that's it. Toiletries and clean underwear will take 5min to put together. I just...really don't think there is so much stuff that I will absolutely NEED to have while I'm there. Definitely nothing that I can't just send H to grab or buy. TETO of course, but that's where I'm at. |
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Post by arimaythea on Sept 11, 2017 8:15:19 GMT -6
I'll also probably pack all of my own stuff at the last minute since most of it is stuff I use regularly anyway. But I also live 5 minutes from the hospital, so I can make DH fetch anything I need if I have to get to the hospital quickly without being able to pack. We still haven't washed the new squish clothes yet (didn't want to do it before we had furniture to put it in once they are clean.)
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Post by ssm on Sept 11, 2017 8:39:53 GMT -6
I'm the one that started this whole conversation and I still didn't actually officially pack until this morning. But my bags are both packed and waiting. But something about being 34wks and knowing they will immediately deliver if my situation changes has made me realize I just needed to do it
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I packed light with DS but could've used some extras. Now both O17 babies are out! Excuse me...I'll be packing today 
