Any woman who is about to become a mother knows that in the later stages she needs to be ready at any time to go to the maternity hospital to meet her long-awaited miracle. That is why doctors recommend preparing things for the hospital in advance. To begin with, you should know that almost all maternity hospitals prohibit carrying ordinary fabric bags. It is recommended to purchase bags and put the necessary supplies there. It's more sterile.
What documents do I need?
First of all, a passport, a birth contract - if there is one - and an insurance policy will come in handy. It is also necessary to have all the extracts and analyzes with you, otherwise the young mother runs the risk of being in the same department with women in labor who have various diseases. Those women are also sent there, whose identity could not be confirmed. Do not forget about the exchange card along with the sick leave. Since partner childbirth is gaining popularity now, you need to have an insurance policy and a partner's fluorography with you. There must be permission for the presence of a mother or husband.
What things do you need to have with you?
From clothes, you will definitely need a bathrobe, a nightgown, slippers (preferably rubber, it is more convenient to wash them). We must not forget about the underpants, which should be 5 or 6 pieces, preferably special, disposable. A bra, as a rule, is taken a couple of sizes larger, a special one. Such a front has fasteners that allow you to comfortably feed the baby. For a bra, it is advised to buy pads in order to avoid leaks on clothes. Towels, socks, hair bands, a hairbrush, toothpaste and a brush, a mobile charger, various cutlery, hygienic lipstick (it will definitely come in handy), shampoo, deodorant, dry and wet wipes - everything needs to be selected individually. It is worth noting that it is imperative to buy urological pads. You can also postpartum. Discharge in women after childbirth is bloody and very abundant, so such pads are very useful.
What do you need to collect for the baby?
The baby will need diapers and baby wipes. It is important to know that it is worth buying products specifically for newborns. It is worth taking both textile and disposable diapers. Both are useful. Your baby will also need towels and a bottle with a pacifier. In addition to this, you need to take: overalls, bonnet, blanket, bodysuit, baby powder, diaper cream, cotton wool, pacifier.
Preparing for discharge
Discharge is a solemn event. Every young mother, despite the fact that she is tired of childbirth, is happy and wants to look her best that day. For discharge, experts recommend assembling a separate package, which relatives will bring directly before the event itself. It is advised to take clothes that fit a woman in labor somewhere in the 5th or 6th month of pregnancy. You can also put cosmetics in the bag if needed. For the baby, you need to take a beautiful envelope. Clothes should be chosen depending on the season. In summer, a thin undershirt, lightweight jumpsuit and a cap are recommended. In winter, it will be correct to take a warm bodysuit, a hat, and a warm overalls, with an envelope on top.
Experienced mothers advise young women in labor to contact the maternity hospital with which an agreement has been concluded in order to be given lists of necessary things, so it will be much easier and faster. Happy childbirth!
