What to take with you to the maternity hospital. What to take with you to the hospital: a complete list of the essentials

2-3 weeks before the birth, everything that may be needed in the maternity hospital, as a rule, is already sorted into packages - things for mom, hygiene items, crossword books and, of course, a bag with things for a new family member. But so that mom does not have to frantically call all relatives after childbirth and drive dad to the shops, you should make a list of everything you need in advance. Especially - taking into account the fact that not all maternity hospitals will provide you with sliders, hygiene products and even diapers.

List of necessary things for the baby - we collect the bag for the maternity hospital!

Baby soap or baby gel for bathing (washing the baby).
Packing diapers. You will have time to switch to gauze diapers at home, and after giving birth, mom needs rest - diapers will give you a few extra hours of sleep. Just do not forget to pay attention to the size of diapers and the indicated age. It usually takes about 8 pieces per day.
Thin undershirts - 2-3 pcs. or bodysuit (preferably with long sleeve, 2-3 pieces).
sliders- 4-5 pcs.
Thin diapers (3-4 pcs.) + flannel (similarly).
Thin and warm caps , according to the weather (2-3 pieces).
water bottle . There is no urgent need for it (the mother’s milk is enough for a newborn), and you won’t be able to sterilize a bottle in a maternity hospital. But if you plan to feed your baby with a formula, ask this question in advance (whether bottles are given out at the maternity hospital, or what opportunities are there for sterilization).
socks(Two pairs).
"Scratches"(cotton mittens so that the baby does not accidentally scratch his face).
Without blankets you can also get by (they will give him out at the maternity hospital), but your own home will, of course, be much more comfortable.
Wet wipes, baby cream (if the skin needs moisturizing) and powder or diaper rash cream. Use them only when necessary and do not forget to pay attention to the expiration date, composition and the label “hypoallergenic”.
Disposable diapers (lay on the scales or changing table).
Towel(It is useful for washing, but a thin diaper is also suitable instead).
Nail scissors for children's nails (they grow very quickly, and kids often scratch themselves in their sleep).
Do you need pacifier- you decide. But remember that it will be much more difficult to wean off the pacifier later than to immediately learn to do without it.

Don't forget to cook a separate package for the crumbs for discharge.

In anticipation of childbirth, expectant mothers think about what things will be useful in the hospital for them and the baby. A detailed list of everything you need can be clarified at the hospital where you plan to give birth. But there are also general recommendations for collections.

There are no specific deadlines when exactly you need to collect things for the hospital.

At this time, you can start looking after both the crib and the stroller, as well as a minimum of clothes for the child. You can start preparing an apartment, disassemble and throw away unnecessary things, think about where the crib and stroller will be. In advance, you should think about blackout curtains for windows or blinds.

What bag to put things in

In the maternity ward, it is better to clarify in advance whether it is possible to bring things in bags. Since most of these institutions recommend using packages. If it is not possible to clarify this information, you need to prepare capacious packages. To avoid misunderstandings in the reception area.

Bag #1. For the maternity ward

The list of documents required upon admission to the hospital:

Also needed:

Rubber, washable shoes.
Napkins for intimate hygiene, disposable handkerchiefs.
Sterile diapers 90x90 (1pack);
Soft toilet paper.
Bottle of non-carbonated drinking or mineral water.
Anti-varicose stockings.
Phone with charger.

You will also need towels (you will need 2 pieces), shower gel, shampoo, a set for brushing your teeth, a comb. You need to bring 2 plates, a spoon and a fork, a cup.

Home clothes and antenatal sleepwear are also needed if you have to go to bed early. But in most cases, you will have to change clothes in the delivery room. The shirt will be issued by the medical staff. You can take a snack with you - cookies, apples, bananas.

If a future mom wears glasses or contact lenses, you should not forget about them and all the necessary accessories.

Bag number 2. What you need after childbirth

The list of everything that is required after delivery can be divided into parts. Things for mom and what the baby needs. It is better to take them with you, unless you have to go to the hospital in advance.

Childbirth can be swift, and loved ones will not have time to bring everything they need. In some maternity hospitals, there are problems with baby diapers, and sterile gauze is used instead of postpartum pads.

The table shows a list of what the baby needs:

Mandatory required	May be required (family will inform)
Baby liquid soap - 1 bottle	Mix - 1 box
Diapers (the smallest size for newborns) - 1 pack	Bottle with nipple - 2 pieces
Diaper cream - 1 tube	Dummy - 2 pieces
Powder (alternative to cream) - 1 bottle	Rompers - 3-4 pieces
Wet wipes - 1 large pack	Undershirts - 3-4 pieces
Disposable diapers 60x60 - 1 pack	Cap - 3 pieces

The list of what a woman in labor needs can also be divided into what is needed unambiguously and what may be needed.

What might come in handy:

Breast pump.
Home clothes (if allowed in the medical facility).
Postpartum bandage(after an emergency caesarean section).

In the same bag, you can put decorative cosmetics that will come in handy for discharge. It is better if everything is at hand, as the staff of the maternity hospital can rush to discharge and there will be no time to restore beauty.

Should I take a breast pump with me?

Prenatal and postpartum first aid kit

When you go to the hospital, you can take a first aid kit with you. It is worth taking the drugs that mom will need in it.

It can be:

Aspirin or Paracetamol, in a situation where, due to a rush of milk, the temperature rises and the general condition of the woman worsens.
Levomikol - ointment for the treatment of perineal sutures or after cesarean section. This will speed up healing and prevent possible suppuration.
Drops like "Vizin" may come in handy to relieve redness of the eyes after attempts.
Packing of Noshpa or Drotoverin.
Candles with glycerin for constipation. After childbirth or caesarean section, there may be difficulties with the stool.
If a woman suffers from hemorrhoids, it is better to take special creams or ointments with you to the hospital. Since the disease may worsen after childbirth.
A package of antibacterial patches, a sterile bandage can be useful in the postpartum ward.
Medicines that are taken by a woman constantly should be taken first.
It is better to take drugs against colic in a child

Bag number 3. What things to take for discharge to a newborn baby

The list of things in the hospital for mom and baby will vary slightly depending on the season.

These changes will affect, first of all, the "dowry" for the child.

Extract in summer

You will need:

Extract in winter

For winter, the discharge kit should consist of:

Extract in autumn

If the baby is born in September:

Thick fleece lining.
Warm woolen blanket (as an alternative to an envelope).
Lightweight blouse, on top of which you can put on a tight knitted suit with long sleeves.
Thin cotton shirt, blouse and sliders made of dense natural material(can replace the option from the paragraph above).
Thick knitted hat.
Thin cotton and more dense knitted caps are an alternative to a hat.
Cotton socks and tight cotton booties, if September is cold, then wool.
Anti-scratch mittens made of dense natural material.
A beautiful ribbon to tie up an envelope or blanket.

For October babies you will need:

In November, things from the winter list will do.

Extract in the spring

For March kids, you can assemble the following kit:

A warm envelope on a synthetic winterizer or a woolen blanket or plaid.
A cotton shirt and a tight flannel suit.
Lightweight jumpsuit with fleece.
Thick cotton socks.
Wool booties.
Dense "anti-scratches".
Thin cotton or linen cap, thick fleece or wool cap.

If the child was born in April, you will need:

For a May statement, a summer list of things is suitable. You need to be guided by the weather.

Although the maternity hospital has a supply of “diapers” and wet wipes, it is better for relatives to grab a pair of diapers and a mini-package of wipes in case of unexpected circumstances. After all, mom will already pack things, and urgently needed hygiene items may end up at the bottom of bulky packages.

Things for a newborn baby to be discharged from the hospital:

Bag number 4. What to take for mom to discharge

The list of things in the maternity hospital for mom and baby cannot do without clothes for a woman to be discharged. Spouses need to discuss in advance what to take for their wife for discharge. It should be something that she likes and fits well.

Summer release:

Extract in winter:

Comfortable outerwear for the season.
Comfortable winter shoes.
Option 1 - jeans and a cozy jumper.
Option 2 - tights, tight dress.
Option 3 - leggings and a warm sweater.
Jewelry on request.

Extract in autumn:

Outerwear if necessary, in September a warm cardigan will do.
Shoes for the season.
Option 1 - jeans and a sweatshirt.
Option 2 - leggings and an elongated light sweater or tight tunic.
Option 3 - Tights and a loose dress.
Accessories on request.

Extract in the spring:

Outerwear, taking into account the weather.
Beautiful and comfortable shoes.
Option - 1 jeans and a T-shirt and a light cardigan.
Option 2 - Pants shirt or blouse.
Option 3 - Leggings and a tunic dress.
Jewelry and accessories optional.

It is better to give cosmetics and a hair dryer with things that will be required after childbirth.

What to take for dad

Partnerships are not that uncommon these days. Each medical institution has its own list of what a future father or another person who wants to take part in childbirth will need.

In preparation for a joint birth, a man needs to undergo a medical examination - to take an x-ray of the lungs, to pass tests. Most likely, it will be - AIDS, syphilis, hepatitis. You will also need a smear for staphylococcus aureus, and the conclusion of a therapist about the general state of health.

Your partner must have:

Passport, compulsory medical insurance policy, conclusion of the therapist and laboratory data.
Disposable set of shoe covers, cap and bathrobe.
If allowed, just replaceable comfortable clothes.
Light snack, water.

A camera or a camera should be taken only upon agreement with your spouse. Childbirth is not an easy process, and she may not want to be filmed.

Planned caesarean section: what you need to take for childbirth

The list of things in the maternity hospital for mom and baby with a cesarean section is not much different from the usual.

It includes:

The rest of the list will not be much different from the usual. It will also include:

After a caesarean section, there are dietary restrictions. On the first day, you can only drink water without gas. Can be liquid and soft food. This should be taken into account by relatives when collecting food parcels for a woman in labor.

Optional, but sometimes extremely necessary things for a woman in labor

In the hospital, the following little things can come in handy:

What not to bring to the hospital

The list of things in the maternity hospital for mom and baby is limited. They depend on the particular hospital. Somewhere laptops, tablets, electric kettles are strictly prohibited, as their recharging increases the load on the power grid.

Usually in the maternity hospital there is a cooler with drinking hot and cold water, a microwave oven. Somewhere you can’t bring your own clothes (robes, nightgowns, pajamas), women in labor are given hospital “nightgowns” and gowns.

Even if it is forbidden to bring your own clothes to the hospital, this does not apply to underwear. It should be made of natural fabrics, comfortable model.
If you can bring your own bathrobes, pajamas, then they should also be made of light natural fabrics, easy to take off and put on.
Flowers with a pungent odor are prohibited. It is better if the presented bouquet is of gerberas, wild flowers or roses, odorless, small in size.
You can not transfer to the hospital products that cause allergies or increased gas formation in the baby.

A generalized list of things prohibited in the maternity hospital:

Synthetic underwear and clothing.
Flowers with a pungent smell and a lot of pollen.
Cream confectionery.
Chocolate.
Coffee.
Strawberries, citrus fruits, tomatoes.
Smoked, spicy, salty.
Dishes from white cabbage cause increased gas formation and a newborn.
Chicken eggs and meat.
Milk, fat sour cream(it is better to replace with fermented milk products - bifilife, kefir).
Carbonated water, sweet lemonades.
Cigarettes, alcoholic drinks.

When discharged from the hospital, it is important not to forget to take everything Required documents:

Card (exchange) of a woman in labor from all over necessary information about how the birth went.
A special card of the child with completely filled data about him.
A birth certificate is submitted to the registry office.

Preparing for a trip to the hospital, mother should make a list of everything necessary for herself and the baby in advance, sign the collected bags, inform relatives where they will stand.

It is better to warn the husband in advance about what things to take for discharge so that he does not confuse anything.

Article formatting: Svetlana Ovsyanikova

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List of necessary things in the maternity hospital for mom and baby:

So the waiting period for the baby is coming to an end, very soon you will be holding him in your arms.

This moment will be one of the happiest in life. But when the contractions begin, before the birth, believe me, it will be difficult to collect everything you need for the hospital.

At these moments, not at all. It is better to collect a bag with the necessary things to the hospital about a week or two before the expected birth.

The question arises: What should I take to the hospital? See below for my list of essentials that I collected for myself and the newborn.

When you enter a maternity hospital, the first thing you do is go to the prenatal room. Nothing is normally allowed to be taken into this room, except for a few items listed below (in the blue box). This is especially true if the maternity hospital is state-owned (free).

Therefore, when applying with you, you should only have:

Your passport
exchange card
obligatory medical insurance. policy
if childbirth is paid, then the contract (agreement) for childbirth
washable slippers. Do not take fluffy slippers.

These are the most basic, necessary things for admission to the generic. Usually, nothing else is allowed in a free maternity hospital. In paid maternity hospitals, they allow you to take many additional things, such as: a camera, a video camera, a cell phone (it is better to take it with a charger). But each specific maternity hospital has its own rules of permitted things and it is better to clarify them in advance. Eating before childbirth is not recommended, so do not stock up on food. But after getting into the ward where you will be with the child, you will need more things. After all, you have to live there with a newborn from 3 to 10 days, depending on the situation. List of necessary things for yourself and the newborn in the ward:

What you need to take to the hospital from clothes for yourself:

gown is your daily wear in the hospital.
nightgown or pajamas (a couple of pieces to replace). I really liked wearing a beautiful nightie for nursing mothers in the maternity hospital. She looks like a dress with hidden cuts for feeding a newborn. Very comfortably.
socks
nursing bras. (preferably a couple).

What you need to take to the hospital - hygiene items:

soap with a soap dish, toothpaste and brush, comb, shampoo, small mirror.
toilet paper
sanitary pads are the largest (maxi, ultra super) or now they sell special ones for women in labor.
panties. I used to take regular ones and wash them. Now you can take disposables with you to avoid this.
a couple of towels
cosmetics (useful on the day of discharge)
cream for nipples - then the husband will buy if there is such a need. It is needed to lubricate cracked nipples. For me, it didn't work for me.

What you need to take to the hospital for a newborn:

Nurse girls themselves bring everything necessary for newborns. Diapers, undershirts and bonnets are issued daily in the right amount. Everything is sterile, so you do not need to take things for a newborn with you. But useful:

baby soap
cotton buds

It is not necessary to take diapers, diapers are given out in sufficient quantities, you will just change more often. A newborn baby without diapers will be even more comfortable :). Things like powder, brilliant green, hydrogen peroxide for treating the navel, body cream - everything is available in the maternity hospital, it is not necessary to take it with you. Especially if the maternity hospital is paid, such things are not useful there. The nurses themselves come and handle everything necessary for the baby. And the eyes will be washed and the navel will be treated and smeared with cream if necessary.

What to take to the hospital from things:

dishes (cup, spoon, plate)
notebook and pen

The food in the maternity hospital is tolerable, you can eat :). To be honest, after giving birth, it’s better to sit on such a diet for a while. It is adapted for them, for newborns (so that there are no rashes). You can bring tea bags and sugar with you. Relatives will bring everything else at your request.

What you need to take to the hospital for discharge:

These things do not need to be taken in advance.
On the day of discharge, relatives will bring:

Clothes for mom. In order not to get into trouble, it is better to take things that were worn during pregnancy. Because the stomach does not leave so quickly, and you may not fit into another.

For a newborn, we take things with elements of blue or pink, depending on the gender of the child:

Diaper
Body or blouse or vest
sliders
thin cap
Booties or socks
Diaper (thin + thick). under a warm blanket.
Take a camera or video camera (or both) for discharge so that this wonderful moment in your life remains on photographs. This point is especially important!

In the cold season (autumn, spring, winter), you will additionally need to be discharged:

Warm hat
Winter overalls or an envelope or a warm blanket with a ribbon

On this list of what you need to take to the hospital for yourself and the newborn ends.

P.S. Sweet gifts and flowers for the nurse will also come in handy, which will endure your baby, and the rest of the doctors at will. From the bottom of my heart I wish you an easy delivery and give birth to a strong healthy baby! Happiness to your family and home!

The term of childbirth is approaching, and the expectant mother begins to gather in the hospital. It is better to prepare everything you need in advance than not to put something in a hurry, and then get upset. Before the exciting moment comes, let's find out what to take to the hospital in order to feel comfortable there. The list consists of the necessary things and documents. Let's conditionally divide it into three bags: for childbirth, after childbirth and for the baby. The fourth bag, intended for discharge, can be collected, both for admission to the medical institution, and brought by relatives at the time of discharge from it.

It is advisable to put things for the baby in a separate bag or even ask relatives to bring them after childbirth

What is the best bag to put things in?

According to sanitary norms and rules (SanPin), it is forbidden to take bags made of leather, fabric or wicker to the hospital. Such materials can become carriers of germs and viruses. It is advisable to pack things in plastic bags. The bag should also be transparent so as not to delve into it for a long time in search of the right thing. The hypothetical "three bags" cannot be taken literally. The staff of the institution is unlikely to allow you to bring 3-4 trunks.

Stock up on one roomy bag, put all the prepared things into it, breaking them into sectors so that you know where everything is. By the way, you can buy a ready-made bag in the store if you find one that suits you. If you or one of your relatives knows how to sew, make your own version of the "alarm suitcase" for the woman in labor. Some mothers are quite satisfied with the usual plastic bags with handles.

What documents do you need to take with you?

Being observed by a doctor during the entire period of pregnancy, you have acquired a large number of medical documents and certificates. Some of them should be taken to a medical facility. Starting at 32 weeks, make it a rule to carry documents with you - the period set by the doctor may change at the request of your crumbs. If everything goes well, go shopping by week 36, collect a “disturbing suitcase” with things. Put in it the following documents:

the passport;
an exchange card of a pregnant woman with full information about the course of pregnancy and test results;
insurance medical policy giving the right to medical care;
if you have an agreement with a medical institution, be sure to put it;
receipts for paying for a separate room and for a joint birth, if you decide to use these services.

The exchange card will give the obstetrician all the information about the course of pregnancy, so late term must be carried with you at all times.

By the way, concerning joint childbirth. Documents are needed and your soulmate. Doctors will require a passport and a health certificate from your husband. This is done for the safety of the baby.

Calculate some amount of money that may be needed to buy medicine or pay for some services. Put large and small bills in your wallet. Realizing that the moment of the birth of a new person is an unpredictable thing, be sure to keep a mobile phone in your purse or pocket to quickly call an ambulance and notify your relatives.

What things to prepare for childbirth?

The list of items that will be useful to you during childbirth is small. The maternity hospital's policy is to give birthing women the necessary clothes, but you can take washable slippers. However, each obstetric institution sets its own rules, it is better for you to find out about their existence in advance. In theory, you should collect:

nightgown (loose fit);
drinking water (1 liter or more if you so desire);
towel (maybe two);
baby soap (liquid);
disposable toilet seats;
warm socks (not wool);
you can grab a video camera or camera if you want to keep a joyful historical event in your family's life.

Add to the package with your things and equipment for the newborn, which the staff of the institution will put on after the birth. Some institutions use their own baby diapers to swaddle an infant. Find out this question in advance - you may not have to collect an outfit for a newborn, only for discharge. Stock up on the following:

vest, bodysuit or blouse;
diaper;
you can put sliders;
bonnet.

Some maternity hospitals provide their own diapers and clothes for the newborn - this issue needs to be clarified in advance

Mothers who are about to give birth for the first time often ask if they can bring food with them. Believe me - giving birth, you will definitely forget about any food. If you want to take something for a snack, you can stock up on dried candied fruits or fruits, cookies, crackers. Boiled eggs and broth will do. Do not overload your "alarm suitcase" so that you cannot lift it.

List of things for mom after childbirth

Having given birth, mother spends about 3-5 days with her little treasure in the maternity hospital. What to collect for this period, what items would be appropriate for a nursing mother? Add some wardrobe items to the list of things. Be sure to put the products that you use for personal hygiene. Stock up on water and foods that you ate before giving birth. If you want to look attractive, grab a cosmetic bag, but be sure to read our additional explanations in a separate review block. We have prepared a list for you.

clothing

Clean nightgown, bathrobe, slippers. Choose a model with a cutout for comfortable breastfeeding. Some maternity facilities give out their own clothes, check this in advance. Put two pairs of warm socks if you are giving birth in winter.
You need a special bra for breastfeeding, equipped with detachable pockets on the nipples. Such a product will provide you with convenient feeding of the child.
If the maternity hospital does not give out underwear, take disposable underpants (cotton, 3-5 pieces) and postpartum pads.
You will also need bra pads, which perfectly absorb leaking milk. If you do not take them, all the clothes will be stained, which turn sour and begin to smell bad.
Take care of the figure - grab it.

Using a bandage immediately after childbirth will help to quickly restore the figure

Hygiene products

The usual daily care kit: toothbrush, shampoo, soap, body care cream, deodorant (roll-on), shower gel (see also:). Disposable toilet seats. Moms whose births ended with stitches can ask someone close to bring them the softest grade of toilet paper.
Remedy against. Choose one that does not require rinsing. Cracks appear in many mothers and cause pain when feeding. The cause is improper attachment of the newborn to the breast. Buy Bepanthen or D-Panthenol cream.
Glycerin suppositories. Help with stool problems.

Food, cutlery, leisure items

Items that are presented in this section, you can not take with you on the day of admission to the hospital. Any of them can be conveyed to you by relatives when you visit. Cutlery items can be limited to a mug and a teaspoon. You can make notes on your cell phone. We have compiled sample list:

The question about drugs is often asked. A maternity hospital is a medical facility where you will be given any remedy for headaches, nausea, or more serious medications, if necessary. Moms who know what's coming C-section, you should clarify the list of necessary medications from the doctors of the maternity hospital or perinatal center.

Additional explanations for important positions

We will answer the questions that inevitably arise among mothers going to the hospital. People often ask about pads, wondering which ones are best for postpartum hygiene. Pharmacies offer special postpartum pads, which may be called postoperative or urological. Made from highly absorbent material. One pack is enough. If you think you can get by with regular "night" pads, take them.

When choosing a dressing gown, find out if the institution provides state-owned sterile wardrobe items. If you can bring your own clothes, choose a light cotton robe with a zipper or a wraparound that will allow you to move freely and ensure comfortable breastfeeding. It is desirable that the product has pockets for various women's little things (hairpin, hairpin, hair band, handkerchief, telephone).

While listing things, we talked about soap. Do not use a lot of detergents. You can take liquid baby soap with you, which is enough for you and the baby.

There is one more nuance and it is connected with the recommendations of doctors. Doctors advise a woman who has given birth to wash her genitals with laundry soap. Please note that the procedure should be superficial. Wash the external seams and the surface of the body with soap, in no case do not use it to wash the interior. Alkali, which is part of laundry soap, negatively affects the vaginal mucosa, especially when it is inflamed or damaged during childbirth.

Normal laundry soap perfect for intimate hygiene of a woman in labor

List of things for a newborn

Collecting clothes and accessories for a newborn is the most enjoyable moment for mom. Going through children's clothes, she lives in anticipation of immense happiness. An approximate list looks like this:

. Product size 0 or 1 (by weight 2-5 or 3-6 kg). A pack of 28 pieces is enough.
Soap, of course, is for children. You can take liquid, for solid grab a soap dish.
Hygienic products made of cotton wool (discs, sticks with a limiter). It will be needed to clean the ears and nose of the crumbs, to lubricate the umbilical wound.
Wet baby wipes or disposable handkerchiefs.
. Since you cannot predict the reaction of the baby to the product, take the cream in a small tube.
. As a rule, they are issued in maternity hospitals. If you think that you trust your own things more, take 2 of cotton fabric and 2 of flannel (size - 60x90). Financial opportunities allow - buy disposable diapers.
Soft towel.
Vests, blouses, bodysuits. Choose models sewn with external seams. Take them at the rate of one for each day, about 4-5 pieces.
If the sleeves on the wrists of the blouse are open, put on “anti-scratch” mittens.
Rompers or overalls made of cotton, 4-5 pieces.
Cotton or flannel bonnet - the choice of fabric depends on the season. Buy 2 pieces of the same size.

Let's take a closer look at diapers. Doubts about their number, size, brand torment many young mothers. Forget about gauze, reusable diapers and diapers right away, stop only at disposable diaper models. Trademark choose according to your own taste, quantity - limit yourself to a small package. Buy what you like, but based on our recommendations. Returning home with the child, pick up better diapers.

For the maternity hospital, disposable diapers are perfect, which you can choose to your taste

What things to take for discharge from the hospital?

The selection of things for discharge from the hospital depends on the season. Most of all, women are concerned about the equipment of the newborn.

Summer

In the summer, you can get by with a cap, a vest or a light blouse and sliders. Additionally, wrap the baby in a thin blanket or envelope. For a trip in the car, put on a cotton overall for the baby.

Autumn / spring

The joyful event fell on the off-season - navigate with the equipment for the baby according to the weather. Pick up a demi-season overalls for the crumbs, wearing warm underwear under it. If discharge occurs at the beginning of winter or spring, use the set of clothes for the cold season, which we described above. The main thing is not to wrap the newborn so that he does not overheat, stick to a reasonable decision.

Winter

Now let's see what you need to take a baby born in winter. Add a warm hat, an insulated envelope or overalls (preferably a transformer) to your summer underwear set. It is better to transport the baby in the car in outerwear, since it is difficult to pass the belts of the baby car seat under the blanket or envelope. Remember - the rules for transporting children in a car require the use of a special car seat. Rompers, a vest and a bonnet that are worn under outerwear, take flannel.

Clothes for mom should be comfortable and appropriate for the weather. It is unlikely that you will be able to easily squeeze yourself into the jeans that you wore before pregnancy. The stomach has not yet gone without a trace and tight clothes will give you discomfort, even if they fit. Choose loose clothing for your own outfit: skirt, dress, cardigan, sundress. Take shoes with a small heel or without it. Let them bring a cosmetic bag from home - you want to be beautiful in memorable photos.

What should not be brought to the hospital?

Remember that your stay in the hospital is limited to 3-5 days. There is no need to gather as if you are going to the sea for a month. Decorative cosmetics It's a matter of child safety. Contact with a baby who has just come into this world should be absolutely safe for him. Powder, shadows, lipstick can get on the baby's body and cause allergies. The maximum that you can afford is to lightly tint your eyelashes.

Do not use strong fragrances. The baby should smell the mother's scent, which he recognizes as native and protective. Feeling the natural maternal aroma, the baby sleeps peacefully, eats well, comfortably gets used to the new environment for him. Forget about the pacifier if you plan to breastfeed your baby breast milk. The nipple in the hospital is an extra accessory. The baby sucks well at the breast and is quite satisfied.

The trembling excitement before childbirth is familiar to most women. Experiencing and rejoicing at the same time, you are preparing for the greatest sacrament. Practicality is good and you will of course take all the necessary things with you. However, the most important thing that you bring to the hospital is a great love for the one who should be born. We wish you the easiest birth so that your treasure is born healthy and strong.

Expecting a baby is an unforgettable time, and preparing for its arrival is a pleasant and entertaining experience. Many mothers, just learning about the pregnancy, can not resist shopping for the baby in the tummy. Little by little, such little things are accumulating, and now everything suggests that a new family member should soon appear in the house.

Every woman who is carrying a child, of course, worries about the upcoming birth. The calming moment is the collection of things to the hospital, you want maximum comfort and convenience. You can start collecting bags for the maternity hospital after about 32-34 weeks, when all the necessary documents will already be on hand. Yes, and the likelihood of premature birth cannot be ruled out, it would be better if all things were prepared in advance. It is not worth relying on your husband and relatives in collecting the items you need, in a hurry and from stress, loved ones can give you something completely different from what you need. There were cases when husbands forgot to bring trousers to their wife for discharge, or they grabbed the first things that came across that the woman could not fit into.

Here you will find a sample list of things that you need to take to the hospital.

Documents for the maternity hospital:

Medical policy
Exchange card
The passport
birth certificate
Childbirth contract (in case of paid childbirth)

Documents will be in your hands after the 30th week, and it is better to always have them at hand, in case of unforeseen situations.

After entering the hospital with contractions or a referral, you will be taken to either the antenatal ward or the antenatal ward until labor begins or your caesarean section is scheduled.

In the prenatal ward directly for childbirth you will need:

Change of clothes for childbirth: dressing gown or shirt, cotton and warm socks, rubber slippers.
If the husband is present, he will need to take shoe covers, a hat and a bathrobe.
Water and snack. You can grab a couple of sandwiches, cookies, chocolate.
Hygiene products: soap and towel, comb, wet wipes.
If video filming is allowed in the maternity hospital, then you can bring a video camera, a camera.
A phone with a charger, a player with your favorite songs, listening to music helps someone to relax and tune in to the process.

If you are admitted to the maternity hospital by referral, for example, you are about to have a caesarean section, or have already due date, and you do not give birth in any way, then, as a rule, you will have to lie down for a few days in the antenatal ward.

In the antenatal ward, the following things will come in handy:

Additional change of clothes: comfortable sports suit, underwear, dressing gown, pajamas, warm and thin socks, slippers.
Hygiene items: toothbrush and paste, soap, toilet paper, wet wipes, towel, shampoo.
Food: sandwiches, cookies, chocolates, water or juice. If you stay longer before giving birth, you can take yoghurts, fruits, vegetables, cheese, as a rule, there are refrigerators in the antenatal department, in which pregnant women put their products. In general, they feed in the maternity hospital, and you can not drag anything at all.
A phone with a charger, you can have a tablet, books or magazines.
Utensils: a cup, a spoon, a small knife can be used.
Notepad and pen.

These items will help pass the slowly stretching time in anticipation of childbirth, and then come in handy in the postpartum ward.

After your baby has been born, you will need some more things, both for mommy and for the newborn.

List of things needed in the postpartum ward:

Money (maybe you will thank the medical staff)
Bottled water, some food that will not affect the quality of milk, do not forget that you will be fed.
Panties, preferably disposable, which are not a pity to stain with blood - 4-5 pcs.
Gaskets, either special postpartum, or just with a lot of drops.
A nursing bra and absorbent pads for it, as the milk will start to flow on its own.
Postpartum bandage (optional)
Clothing: You can take another nightgown and keep your antenatal clothes with you.
If you went to the maternity hospital in advance, then all things from the prenatal department smoothly pass into the postpartum one. If you have arrived with contractions, do not forget: a cup, a spoon and a knife.
You can take breast pads, if the child has bitten her hard, they save at least a little.
Cream for nipple cracks, it is also suitable for a child if skin irritation appears.
Hygiene products: toothbrush and paste, soap and towel (bath and face), shampoo and comb, cream and tonic with cotton pads, toilet paper.
Technique: telephone, player, camera (left from the prenatal department).
You may need a razor, deodorant, hygienic lipstick (optional).

For each maternity hospital, the list of permitted things is individual, so find out the information directly from your medical institution. Somewhere it is generally forbidden to take your things and things for the baby, pads, diapers and a first aid kit are issued by the maternity hospital.

For a newborn in the hospital you will need:

The smallest diapers are from 3 to 6 kg, taking into account the fact that up to 10 pieces will go per day.
Diapers can be taken (2 thin and 2 flannel), but usually they are given out in maternity hospitals
Rompers (2 pcs) and undershirts (2 pcs), you can take several slips
Socks -2 pairs, cap -2 pieces, scratches -2 pieces
Hygiene products: wet wipes, cotton balls or sticks (they are convenient to handle the navel), a towel and soap.
Manicure scissors for babies, because often babies are born with rather long nails and scratch themselves, waving their arms.
Optionally, you can take powder, diaper cream, but not necessarily, it's easier to wash your ass with soap in the sink.

There is no need to bring things for discharge with you right away, relatives can bring them later. To do this at home, prepare a package in advance with the things you and your child need for discharge.

Things that are needed for discharge from the hospital:

Comfortable and elegant clothes for mom, changeable shoes according to the season.
Decorative cosmetics: tone cream, mascara, lipstick (optional or if there is a photo session).
For the baby according to the season: a beautiful suit, overalls and a plaid with a ribbon, in winter a warm envelope + hat.
Camera, video camera, if you plan to capture the moment of discharge.
If you wish, you can bring flowers and sweets to the medical staff who prescribes you.
Car seat for a newborn.

According to the reviews of women giving birth, we can conclude that it is not worth picking up huge bags and suitcases, now in most maternity hospitals they give out almost all the necessary things. You don’t need to take anything from cosmetics and medicines for caring for stitches, for a child’s navel and intestines, the medical staff gives everything out and teaches how to handle the child.

The main thing in collecting things for the hospital is to take the necessary minimum. If you need something extra, you can always ask relatives to bring it. Tune in to the fact that you will spend very little time in the hospital, do not drag too much.

To have everything at home ready for the arrival of the baby, arrange and buy a family member in advance, so you will be both calmer and more comfortable.

Easy childbirth!