What to Bring to the Hospital

For Mother

• Driver’s license
• Insurance Card
• Bath robe, slippers and/or socks
• Hair clips or hair band
• Balm for dry lips
• Lotion or oil for massage (non-scented)
• CDs or tapes (any music that helps you relax)
• Toiletries
• Night gown (hospital gowns are available, and may be preferred)
• Going home outfit
• Nursing bra and pads (if nursing) (available for purchase at Breastfeeding Resource Center)

For Baby

• Going home outfit (undershirt, sleeper, booties, receiving blanket, hat and outside clothes)
• Car seat to bring baby home
• Emery board for baby nail care

For Support Person

• Snacks
• Change of clothes
• Toiletries
• Tylenol or Advil

General

• Camera, video equipment, extra film, batteries, etc.
• Pillows (with colored pillow case)
• Quarters for vending machines
• Calling card for long distance calls (NO cell phones, please)
• Telephone list of family and friends
• Pen or pencil
• Videos