https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 19 May 2026 19:32:57 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-411194 Thu, 22 Nov 2012 22:45:40 +0000 AmeliaBedilia 411194@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Subscribing. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311424 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:24:54 +0000 JennyD 311424@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Spend some time with your friends.<br /> Consider breast pumps (if BF) - buy/rent, where to get (make sure your husband knows where).<br /> D-Drops got me by surprise. I didn't even know about them.<br /> Spend more time with your friends.<br /> Eat meals leisurely. With your friends.<br /> (noticing a trend here???) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311423 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:24:50 +0000 LuLu Mom 311423@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Some things I haven't seen yet:<br /> 1) Purchase nursing bras/tops<br /> 2) Get snacks, gum, candy for hospital<br /> 3) Print out labels for birth annoucements before baby arrives (saves time finding addresses after they come!)<br /> 4) Stock up on household items since more people will be coming through: toliet paper, hand soap, hand sanitizer, paper towels, ect.<br /> 5) clean out freezer/fridge to make room for food family brings over<br /> 6) Make extra house keys for those taking care of dog </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311405 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:14:49 +0000 pl0508 311405@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>these are great! Keep them coming! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311381 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:00:15 +0000 T.H.O.U. 311381@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I loved having a pedi because it lasted almost 6 weeks! </p> <p>- Clean off memory cards for digital pictures<br /> - Photo storage for all those baby pictures (set up folders and back up storage, where to upload so family can see)<br /> - Storage for baby medicine (secure and out of reach)<br /> - Storage for baby paperwork (when you get home from the hospital with those important documents) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311348 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:40:52 +0000 littlebug 311348@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MungBean: Batteries is brilliant! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311346 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:39:58 +0000 matador84 311346@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I watched the DVD and read book-agree with pp, just watch DVD! Get a massage. Get a pedi! Tour hospital. Just relax and enjoy still being pregnant...I love being a mama, but I never thought I would miss pregnancy! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311340 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:36:48 +0000 mrs. bird 311340@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@coacheswife123: you could just watch the happiest baby DVD, some people find it helpful to see things in action &amp; it might mean your DH is more likely to watch it, rather than asking him to read the book =)<br /> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Happiest-Baby-Block-Crying/dp/B0006J021C/ref=pd_sim_sbs_b_1" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/The-Happiest-Baby-Block-Crying/dp/B0006J021C/ref=pd_sim_sbs_b_1</a></p> <p>edit to add: consider getting &amp; charging rechargable batteries, babies go through so many it's kinda crazy! ooooh, and fill your netflix with things you wanna watch so you have something to do during your nursing, rocking, not moving because there's a sleeping baby on you time =) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311320 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:25:38 +0000 Mrs. Pen 311320@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would add read a baby sleep book(s)! My favorites were Healthy Sleep Habits Happy Baby and The No-Cry Sleep Solution</p> <p>I also recommend The Birth Partner if you're not planning on a c-section.</p> <p>Consider hiring a housecleaning service the week baby arrives, or asking family/friends</p> <p>Good luck!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311312 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:21:30 +0000 shinystraps 311312@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Just posting to subscribe to this thread... very helpful! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311309 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:20:38 +0000 Running Elley 311309@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MungBean: SUCH a good idea to stock up on batteries! I hadn't thought about that!</p> <p>@coacheswife123: These are things that I had on my to do list in addition to the things you already have:<br /> -Pre-register at the hospital<br /> -Tour hospital<br /> -Make plan for who will be contacted when regarding labor and delivery/birth<br /> -Get a pedicure </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311271 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 11:56:25 +0000 pinkcupcake 311271@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I love lists, too!! :D</p> <p>I would add:<br /> - pack hospital bag<br /> - buy extra batteries (essential when the swing dies in the middle of the night and that's the only thing that will calm screaming baby)<br /> - get baby feeding gear ready (whether you plan on nursing or formula feeding)<br /> - finalize maternity leave plan </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311269 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 11:54:42 +0000 Goldilocks1107 311269@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Get pedicures/toenail polish changes. After 32 weeks, it just wasn't comfortable to paint my own toes, and my feet were so swollen I HAD to wear flip flops.<br /> Put insurance cards and drivers license in hospital bag (it was recommended for me, but I don't remember if I needed to show ID when I checked in).</p> <p>And definitely add "It's okay if all these things don't get done" - I love lists, but I had myself stressing out the last few weeks when everything wasn't crossed off. Give some to DH to handle. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/to-do-list-advice#post-311264 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 11:51:57 +0000 pl0508 311264@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Guys, I love a to do list! It makes me feel so in control and accomplished when I mark something off. Here's my running to do list for pregnancy/baby. Please let me know if you have helpful hints or suggestions on things to add!</p> <p>Think about having a maternity shoot?<br /> Make and freeze some meals<br /> Read Happiest Baby on the Block (rec from a friend)<br /> Pack diaper bag<br /> Go on a date night<br /> Take a nap!!<br /> Deep clean the house<br /> Bathe dog - close to due date<br /> Get information together to file our taxes<br /> Get Dr. to sign my FMLA leave form<br /> Send in the info to add baby to my insurance<br /> Make? Buy? a mobile<br /> Get hair trimmed<br /> Wash baby clothes<br /> Install car seat<br /> Finalize contact list for baby's arrival<br /> Put together stroller and all gear that requires assembly </p>