Here's a helpful list you need to have ready:
For your labor:
Personally, I added these on my list:
| Your birth plan (it's best if you've discussed this with your doctor before birth) | |
| Your childbirth class notes (if you attended one) | |
| Childbirth class certificate (if applicable) | |
| Dressing gown | |
| Slippers | |
| Socks | |
| An old nightdress or T shirt to wear in labor | |
| Massage oils or lotions | |
| Lip balm | |
| Snacks and drinks | |
| Watch with a second hand to time contractions | |
| Digital camera or camcorder (check with hospital first) | |
| Relaxation materials: books, magazines etc | |
| Hair tie. If you have long hair, you may want to tie it up | |
| Pillows, to make sure you are comfortable | |
| Toiletries | |
| Water spray to cool you down | |
| Music to listen to | |
For your birth partner:
| Change of clothes | |
| Snacks | |
| Toiletries | |
| Marriage certificate | |
| HMO papers | |
| SSS ID and papers | |
| Philhealth ID and papers | |
| Cash, ATM card, credit card | |
| Mobile phone and charger | |
After the birth:
| Going-home outfit | |
| Breastfeeding bras | |
| Breast pads | |
| Maternity pads | |
| Nightgown or pajamas that open in front | |
| Dressing gown or bathrobe | |
| Toiletries | |
| Address book / List of people you'd like to get in touch with | |
| Mobile phone and charger | |
| Lots of change or a prepaid phone card for all the calls you may want to make. You may find you cannot use your mobile phone in the hospital building | |
| Toiletries and grooming kit | |
| Old, cheap or disposable underwear | |
| Ear plugs (in case you end up on a noisy ward) | |
| Abdominal binder | |
For your baby:
| Infant car seat | |
| Clothes for hospital stay | |
| One outfit for the trip home (all-in-one stretchy outfits are easiest) | |
| Receiving blankets | |
| Diapers | |
| Mittens | |
| Socks | |
| Hat | |
| Washcloth | |
34 Weeks | 02/26/2011
I had my regular check up last week and finally, my OB said both me and my baby are doing great. I've reached the right weight, and my baby the right size. Everything's going well... that's something every mommy-to-be wants to hear.
According to BabyCenter's newsletter, this week marks the beginning of the last month of my pregnancy. It's getting really close now. I'm having mixed emotions, but mostly, very anxious. Keeping my faith up though. I know, for my baby, everything will be fine.
I had a carpenter come over to check the repair needs my baby and I's room requires. On Monday, the renovation will start. I'm definitely excited!!!!
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Right now I'm in my 6th month of pregnancy... my baby's moving a lot and I swear no matter how much they tell me that my tummy's not as big as it should be, I know it just keeps growing. Since it's my first time, you can't blame me if I'm all the time surprised and uneasy with what's happening with my body.
Don't get me wrong, I'm uneasy yet excited.
