Discharge from the maternity hospital

Every expectant mother worries and wonders: what take with you to the hospital and how to dress your baby for discharge. In this article we will tell you about the first necessary things that you need to take with you and what mistakes to avoid when packing your bag.

What is needed for discharge from the maternity hospital

Before we announce the entire list of things, we will warn you: all things must be prepared in advance before the birth. Firstly, so that you don’t have to explain to your husband or relatives what your blouse or dress looks like. Secondly, your nerves will be calm and the baby will not be nervous along with you.

List of necessary things for discharge from the maternity hospital:

• Clothes for you. It is best to prepare things that were worn during pregnancy, since tummy and the extra pounds will remain for some time.
• Envelope and baby clothes. Of course, the season and weather must be taken into account.
• Decorative cosmetics. Absolutely all mothers want to look great in photographs. So don't forget these important beauty attributes.
• Comfortable shoes. It’s better to put off the heels for later; they can get caught or twist your foot.
• Flowers or sweets for medical staff.

An important point: it is better not to use perfume, so as not to provoke an allergic reaction in your child.

Also, relatives or husband can bring a hair straightener or curling iron. It’s better to forget about styling products for now.

Kit for discharge from the maternity hospital in the fall

Before purchasing a discharge kit, ask your doctor about your approximate due date. 2-3 weeks before hour X, look at the weather forecast for that day. From now on, you can start shopping in search of the right option.

Standard discharge kit for a baby:

• cap;
• vest;
• the overalls are thin;
• warm hat;
• medium weight envelope.

Remember that your baby will travel in the car and it will not be cold. Therefore, do not overdo it with the “warmth” of things. Otherwise, you may allow the child to overheat, and this will affect his well-being.

Winter kit for discharge from maternity hospital

Consider the weather when choosing clothes. There are warm and cold winters. Therefore, you need to build on temperature conditions. It is possible that by the end or beginning of winter a fall set may be available.

Winter clothes for baby for checkout:

• cap and warm cap;
• the vest is thin and warm;
• light overalls or one insulated one;
• insulated envelope.

If the day of discharge falls on severe frosts, then try to cover the baby’s face with a warm, but breathable cloth. It’s not a long walk to the car, but even one second of cold air is enough for a newborn baby to get pneumonia.

Summer discharge from the hospital

In summer everything is much simpler than in other seasons.

Of course, we're not talking about shorts and T-shirts, but taking the summer heat into account is also necessary.

Set of clothes for discharging your baby in summer:

• light cap;
• light overalls;
• vest;
• an envelope or a fancy diaper.

Scratching can be added to the whole list, since the baby’s hands can be free in order to avoid accidental scratches from the nails.

Remember: all clothing should be made from natural fabrics, preferably cotton. The baby's skin is still very delicate and needs care. Also remember that all seams should be on the front side.

Another important tip: buy clothes that you can wear for your baby in the future. There are practical options - a transforming envelope. The model can turn from an envelope into a onesie, which is very convenient when the baby grows up.

Jewelry for discharge from the hospital

An equally important moment is the meeting from the maternity hospital. Everything should be perfect on this day.

Let's start in order:

• Car. Everything can be purchased at the regular “Everything for the Holidays” store. Stickers “I’m going to pick up my daughter” or “I’m going to pick up my son” are still relevant. It would also be nice to decorate the car with balloons. But don't overdo it, otherwise the ride will be uncomfortable.
• At the exit from the maternity ward. The trend that is becoming fashionable is launching balloons. To do this, you can contact a specialized organization for decorating with balloons. The idea is this: a heart-shaped mesh with a special cord. Balls are placed in it. At the right moment, someone pulls the string and the balls fly up. Effective, beautiful, memorable. By the way, don’t forget to take a photo or video of this wonderful moment.
• Decoration of the yard, entrance. The yard, of course, is decorated if you have a private house. There are no boundaries in the design of the entrance - letters, numbers, balloons, congratulations.

• Foam letters. You can decorate the walls of an apartment or the courtyard of a private house. It depends on your imagination and budget, since such design is not cheap.
• Child's room. Here it is better to do without balls. Firstly, it may burst and scare the baby. Secondly, you don’t need unnecessary rustling. For a festive atmosphere, pom-poms made of felt or paper, colorful congratulations or wooden letters with the baby's name are suitable. Very often they are hung over a newborn’s bed.
• If mother and baby have the energy for a buffet, then you can organize a CandyBar. In other words - a sweet table. Champagne and original sweets will be a good end to the festive day.
• As a farewell gift, you can give your guests memorable gifts. For example, a mug with the date of birth and the baby’s name, a calendar or a chocolate bar.

Your ideas don't have to stop there! Based on your budget. The main thing is that your baby is healthy!