Hi All,
How many of us have already packed the bags?
I am putting my list here thought it might be helpful for the first time moms.
See if it is of some help to u too.
So here goes…….
For baby:-
Baby Wipes
Baby lotion
Baby Powder
(Baby shampoo is not required for the hosp. as I feel that it will be too much of chemical for his/ her hair)
Newborn Diapers
Baby wrap around cloth 2 or 3.
Something for the baby to wear cos the hospital clothes are usually not good.
(Better to keep 3 sets of baby dress)
Two or three caps for baby to keep their body heat in (even in the summer!)
A pair or two baby gloves.
Receiving blanket (a heavy one if weather is cold)
One or two pair socks or booties (choo chweet)
One big baby towel to wipe the baby.
Small soft baby towels.
Tissues in case needed.
meghana replied. hey shazia,
how did your Ed go??Hope you enjoyed a lot.BTW i saw the following article recently posted on OCt board & now i am confused...I am first time mom :-)..
Read the following & let me know again what to pack..

\"; I'm an OB nurse and here's some tips on what to bring and what not to bring. First of all, pack light. Don't bring cute pj's for yourself because (a lot of people don't know or don't think of this) you will be having a lot of vaginal bleeding just like a menstrual period. You don't want to stain your good pj's when the hospital gowns are available instead. Usually the hospital provides sanitary napkins, soap and linens for bathing, so leave all that at home. Do bring your own shampoo and any cosmetics you will need. Try to wear the same outfit in to the hospital that you can wear home (unfortunately, you won't be that much smaller yet). That will make your bag much lighter. Only bring one outfit for the baby to wear home because in the hospital a t-shirt and diapers are provided. The babies stay double wrapped in hospital blankets to keep warm, so your visitors won't be able to see the cute baby outfit you bring anyway. Save the outfit for the drive home. Pretty much don't bring any baby supplies, as the hospital will give you all you need. Do bring lots of film with your camera. Good luck to you all!! \";
-Meghana