How to get ready to the hospital: what to take with you and what you need to know

You need to take care of the collection of the necessary things for the maternity hospital in advance, because at a later date there will be no time for that. It will be more correct to start collecting the bag about a month before giving birth. During this time, you will be able to carefully consider the list of necessary things, correct it, buy what is missing. Even if the baby wants to appear early, you will have everything ready.

List of things in the hospital

You will definitely be asked for documents when you arrive at the hospital. Therefore, you need to prepare them in advance and always keep them with you, especially when traveling - after all, late birth can occur at any time. So, prepare the following from the documents: a passport and a medical insurance policy, an exchange card, a generic certificate, an agreement with a medical institution for childbirth, if any. All these documents, along with copies of your passport and medical policy, put in a separate file and always keep ready.

In addition to documents, things will also come in handy for a woman in labor and, necessarily, for a child. If you have already decided which maternity hospital to use, then take an interest in the list of things you need there. Each maternity hospital sets its own rules for the list of necessary things. Of course, the bulk of this list is the same for all institutions, the differences are only in the little things.

Things in the maternity hospital for mom

Please note that things must be brought to the hospital in a package, but not in a bag. Set aside the items for yourself in a separate bag. The items you need can be arranged in several groups.

First, personal care products:

• Toothpaste and brush.
• Soap in a plastic container - it is more convenient to use it, you do not need a soap dish.
• Shampoo to wash your hair and shower gel.
• Panty liners - get a large pack. If they run out, it will be possible to transfer more later. Buy pads with a cotton surface and high absorbency.
• Toilet paper. Give preference to soft.
• A large stack of wet wipes.
• Roll of paper towels.
• Comb and hairpins or rubber bands.
• A cream to lubricate your nipples will help prevent cracking.

Secondly, bedding and softer linen and clothes:

• Dressing gown or cotton dressing gown, see according to the season. Give preference to a comfortable model made of natural fabric.
• Nightgowns with unfastened buttons on the top, several pieces.
• Disposable postpartum panties - buy the packaging.
• Cotton panties - several pieces. Buy comfortable wide panties without unnecessary lace or other embellishments.
• Large bath towel.
• Nursing bra.
• High absorbency breast pads. Choose expensive pads, they will save you from unnecessary hassle, clothes wet from milk and unpleasant sensations.
• Postpartum bandage.
• Washable slippers.
• Warm socks.
• Bedding set.

Household items:

• Dishes - plate, spoon, mug.
• Mobile phone and charging to it.
• Book, player, tablet to keep yourself occupied while the baby sleeps.
• Garbage bags.
• A notepad to write down interesting moments, a pen.
• Small money - to buy something for their needs or to appease the staff.

Things for baby

In another bag, collect items for the child. Here's what the baby will need for the first time:

• Large package of the smallest diapers. If not enough, then ask your relatives to transfer more.
• A large package of wet wipes for newborns.
• Cotton buds with a limiter.
• Liquid soap for children.
• Cream to protect against diaper rash and moisturize the skin.
• Hydrogen peroxide, or brilliant green to treat the navel.
• Disposable diapers.
• Undershirts, sliders and caps - 3 sets each.
• Warm and thin diapers in several pieces.
• Baby blanket with duvet cover.

What is not allowed in the hospital

Check with the hospital itself which things cannot be brought into the institution. It is usually forbidden to bring perishable foods, sausages, carbonated juices, citrus fruits, tomatoes.

From items of clothing you cannot bring things made of synthetic fabrics, shaping underwear, fabric slippers. Perfumes and deodorants are also prohibited in the hospital ward. Your roommates may have allergy smells. You will not need any medications in the hospital either. Those that you need will be given in the hospital for free or they will give you a list of the necessary medications, which your relatives will then bring to you.

What do you need to be discharged from the hospital

The process of being discharged from the hospital is an important event in the life of the whole family. I would like to make this moment memorable. Take care ahead of time so that both you and the newborn look beautiful at this moment. Put things for discharge in a separate package, which will be handed over by relatives.

Be sure to prepare the following things for your child:

• The smallest diaper.
• Romper and undershirt or bodysuit.
• Lightweight bonnet.
• Buy an envelope for your statement based on the season. For winter, choose a warm envelope or comforter with a duvet cover. For summer, a light envelope will suffice.
• According to the season, choose outerwear for the crumbs - an upper cap made of warm fabric, sliders and a blouse. For winter, you will need a warmer overalls or an envelope.

Things for mom:

• Decorative cosmetics and styling products. Nowadays it is customary to film or photograph the moments of discharge, in this regard, you need to be at your best. Apply beautiful makeup and style your hair before leaving.
• Elegant clothes. Please note that after giving birth, you will have a different figure than before pregnancy. So don't go for tight-fitting outfits. Opt for high-waisted dresses, oversized blouses and tunics.