Anything different from a normal hospital bag?
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I packed face wipes. It's really hard getting out of bed at first and it was nice to feel fresh.
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I've never had a vaginal birth so I'm not sure what you pack for that. I packed all my toiletries and comfortable clothes that wouldn't bother my stitches. I couldn't bathe until the next day so I'm not sure if that changes what you need.
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@oliviaoblivia: I used those too - good idea!
Also maybe some dry shampoo for your hair? -
Extra undies, pjs - I was in 4 days and it was nice to feel a little more human in my own jammies! I second the face wipes.
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I was going to suggest face wipes; I bet I learned that one from @oliviaoblivia:! I was able to take a shower the next day and I had showered that morning, so I didn't need dry shampoo.
I can't really think of anything else. I did have to go out and buy underwear in an even larger size than anticipated, but that wasn't necessary at the hospital. I wanted my undies to be really loose so nothing was rubbing against my incision.
Exciting times!
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Personally I liked the mesh undies they give you at the hospital. 10 ft iPhone charger cord, ear plugs and an eye mask to help sleep, flip flops for shower, possibly a bath towel - the hospital ones are small - and fuzzy slipper socks to keep your feet warm. Lip balm and nipple cream. Maybe your own pillow. Nursing tank and zip up hoodie with maternity yoga pants is what I wore home and what I wore in hospital once I felt more human. Lots of spare hair ties. Maybe some crystal light or drink mix drops for when they will only let you have clear liquids. Lotion or hand cream.
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I felt 10 times better when I got out of my gown and into pajamas. I got a cute robe to put over that when I had visitors.
Also, mascara and dry shampoo! Made me feel a little less awful.
Oh and HANDS DOWN my biggest life saver was this belly band thing. I didn't think it would make a difference but it was a game changer.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002UCES4?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00
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@gingerbebe: oh yeah, good call on the long charger!
I also loved the mesh undies. I wore those for a long time!
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My suggestions, drawstring/a size bigger yoga pants. I was in the hospital for 3-4 days (4 with #1, 3 with #2) and I switched to my own clothes the next day (and showered as soon as they took my catheter out.) I wore comfy pants with a nursing tank/cover up or robe, just to feel more like me. I second the face wipes, it's nice to wipe face clean after a day in bed.
My biggest suggestion is get up as soon as possible (like right after catheter comes out) it sucks/it hurts, but I bounced back so quickly because I was up and moving/walking the halls, ect. I showered and used the chair in there when needed, but showering helped me feel better and the walks helped me heal. I would walk around the halls with DH and pushing DD's bassinet. Or when she was in the nursery I would walk to look or to go get my own drink/snack from the hospitality room.
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I only packed nightgowns/dresses since I didn't want to have anything on my scar. I preferred the mesh panties the hospital gave me over underwear because they laid directly on my stitches. They brought me a bucket and washcloth to use that first night after surgery since I couldn't get out of bed, so that was nice, but face wipes would have also been fine. I wish I had had some sort of support band like @Littlebit suggested. It feels so much better to have something press on your abdomen when you stand and walk. Other than that, I can't recall anything different than a normal bag.
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No advice.. Excited for you!!!
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Definitely face wipes. I cannot say enough, get as many of those mesh undies as they will give you!!! Otherwise, you want underwear that doesn't rest on your incision. Good luck
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Bring your own pillow! It's nice to have something from home, and a comfy pillow in a soft case. High waisted underpants. I brought a lot of snacks (way more snacks than I needed, in retrospect) and some juice so I wasn't stuck relying on the hospital food.
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Oh also Yelp or have your husband research the restaurants nearby. I made sure there was a luxe sushi feast awaiting me as soon as I was cleared to eat!!
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I packed loose-fitting yoga pants, but I did NOT want to wear them after my c-section. I was only comfortable in gowns. Also, slippers/sandals that you can slip right into without any effort or work. You’ll want to get up and moving/walking ASAP – don’t let shoes get in the way of your recovery. A belly binder for sure, although my hospital gave me one, so you might ask yours about their policy on that.
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These were probably already mentioned up above, but my necessities were pants with NO elastic waist. A robe. Slippers. Make up (weird, i know, but showering and trying to look normal made a world of difference) The second you have your catheter out, stand up! It will suck, but I promise it will be better in the long run. Also, shower as soon as you can. And steal as many mesh undies as you can
FWIW, I had a great c section experience. Good luck and congrats! -
Thanks for the input! I definitely have a few things to add to my list!
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something to drink from. The styrofoam cup with a straw really blew. The first time they gave me a big insulated cup, but not the second time.
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A breastfeeding pillow! We exclusively formula fesd this time, but I wish I had packed a Boppy or (even better) My Brest Friend pillow to help with feedings. My C-section was unplanned but only 6 weeks ago. I still use the Boppy for feedings since my baby was nearly 10 pounds at birth.
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I think I might have missed it. Did someone say?
Robe?
I thought having a robe was great! I bought a comfy light weight knee lengthened one and I would wear it when tried to go walking in the hallways. Just to get some fresh air outside of the room.
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after my unplanned c-section... I honestly only wore the hospital gowns because even trying to put on pants seemed like too much effort! I am super short though so the longer ones were practically floor length! I wore one on front ways and one backwards for coverage and then a larger gown as a robe! So I'll be skipping my own clothes except for the pair of yoga pants and t-shirt I'll wear home! Maybe a nursing bra?
Fuzzy Socks or Slippers would be a must... as well as hair ties, brush, my own towel and toiletries. I brought some tinted moisturizer, powder and mascara for visits after baby came and I'll bring those again- also dry shampoo for that time before they let you shower!
Phone/iPad/Kindle/Chargers and Camera too!! And secret chocolate just for you
We left Caroline in hospital clothes and blankets until we left too-- so I'll only be bringing her going home clothes this time! And our choice of bottles and binkies just incase.
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