What to Pack for the Hospital or Birth Center

• Bathrobe and slippers
• Basic toiletry items (toothbrush, hairbrush, hair clip)
• Favorite socks
• Lip balm
• Massage oil
• Tennis ball or other massage aid
• Comfortable pillow (with a case that isn’t white so you don’t forget to bring it home)
• Frozen ice or juice bars, or your favorite juice or other cold drink
• Small cooler (if no refrigerator will be available)
• MP3 player with your favorite music
• Reading material or a deck of cards
• Nursing bra
• Extra pair of underpants
• Loose, comfortable clothes for going home
• Address book or list of phone numbers to share the good news

From “The Joy of Pregnancy” by Tori Kropp

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