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BIRTHING SUPPLIES |
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stop watch or timer for contractions
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Chapstick or vaseline for chapped lips
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tape or CD player with soothing music
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comfortable pillow, blanket, back support, etc.
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photo, keepsake, or other itemt to focus on
during contractions
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camera or video camera with new batteries and
extra film
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gum or candy to keep mouth from getting dry
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CLOTHES |
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outfit to wear home from hospital
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6 to 7 "onesies"
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6 one-piece pajamas
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2 to 3 sweaters, mittens, and hats (if cold
season)
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4-5 pairs of booties or cotton socks
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miscellaneous other newborn outfits
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CHANGING |
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diaper pail
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2 packages diaper pail liners
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1 to 2 dozen disposable newborn diapers
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2 to 4 dozen cloth diapers and diaper pins (if
not using disposable)
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nail scissors with a blunt edge
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diaper rash ointment
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2 packages of wet wipes
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rubber pants
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WHAT MOMMY NEEDS IN THE HOSPITAL |
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contact list of family and friends to notify
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nursing bras and breast shields
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nightgowns, bathrobe, and slippers
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toiletries and personal grooming supplies
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socks or warm footies
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soft, comfortable, stretchy underwear
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sanitary pads or panty shields
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non-binding clothes for the trip home
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proof of health insurance
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