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True Harmony Tips for Packing Your Hospital Bag

We at True Harmony love to help any way we can! We understand how hectic life can be and how much support is needed for new parents. Below are ideas of what can be packed and ready to go for the whole family.
 
For MOM
-Drivers License/Insurance card
-Comfortable clothing, keep in mind hospitals are cold
-Pajama wear x2
-Going home outfit
-Socks
-Shoes
-Underwear x2 at least
-Any medications
-Hair ties
-Curling iron
-Flat iron
-Nursing bra/breast pads
-A robe, most hospitals have one for you
-Pads if you dont want to use what the hospital provides
-Snacks, drinks
-Any extra comfort, the hospital does offer pillows and blankets
 
For DAD
-Change of clothes
-Pajamas 
-Socks
-Wallet 
-Phone charger 
-Double check mom has all she needs
 
Siblings
-Change of clothes
-Something to keep them busy
-A special toy to help sleep if staying the night 
-Snacks/drinks
 
BABY
-Carseat/base
-Outfit for hospital pictures
-Footed sleeper
-Blanket, hospital offers this
-Couple extra outfits
-Going home outfit
-Diapers are provided by the hospital
-Baby book
 
Electronics
-Phones/charger
-Camera/video
-Laptop if needed
-Portable DVD player and/or tabelts are great for siblings
 
Toiletries
-Shampoo/conditioner
-Toothbrush/toothpaste 
-Towel
-Brush
-Glasses/contacts
-Deodorant 
-Chapstick
-Makeup
-Essential oils
-Lotion
 
You can bring whatever you need. The list gives your basic ideas and a little extra! You can feel more at ease knowing you are set and ready for the birth of your new baby!
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