Car seats are installed in the car. The pack n' play is assembled with clean sheets and a water proof liner. The rocker/swing thing is put together. Both changing stations are fully stocked and ready to go. The stroller is assembled. I can't think of any other large items left to put together or install.
I started packing the go bags last week. Yes, bags. I couldn't figure out how to organize everything in one bag in a way that made sense so I opted for 3 bags - 1 for me, 1 for Alex and 1 for the Violet and Zara. I'm probably packing way too much but I'd rather be over prepared than under prepared. The bags are in our bedroom, which I realize is not exactly helpful if I were to go into labor while not at home. However, after my appointment today I feel pretty good that spontaneous labor will not occur. I'm not dilated at all. Basically there is nothing going on down there and we've scheduled the c-section at Liberty Center for 8 AM on Saturday 4/13 (less than 3 weeks!). I have to gather a few more things in my bags before I'm officially ready. I'll probably get them in the trunk of my car by this weekend just in case.
I have an ultrasound next Monday. I'm betting they'll be over 6 pounds each by then. If I'm right I'll get two 7 pound babies out of this deal when I deliver on the 13th. Kind of insane to think about, but at least I won't need to rush out and get any premie clothes and they won't need time in the NICU!
Here's what I've packed (or will pack - not everything is fully together yet). Don't laugh. I'm a first time mom:
I started packing the go bags last week. Yes, bags. I couldn't figure out how to organize everything in one bag in a way that made sense so I opted for 3 bags - 1 for me, 1 for Alex and 1 for the Violet and Zara. I'm probably packing way too much but I'd rather be over prepared than under prepared. The bags are in our bedroom, which I realize is not exactly helpful if I were to go into labor while not at home. However, after my appointment today I feel pretty good that spontaneous labor will not occur. I'm not dilated at all. Basically there is nothing going on down there and we've scheduled the c-section at Liberty Center for 8 AM on Saturday 4/13 (less than 3 weeks!). I have to gather a few more things in my bags before I'm officially ready. I'll probably get them in the trunk of my car by this weekend just in case.
I have an ultrasound next Monday. I'm betting they'll be over 6 pounds each by then. If I'm right I'll get two 7 pound babies out of this deal when I deliver on the 13th. Kind of insane to think about, but at least I won't need to rush out and get any premie clothes and they won't need time in the NICU!
Here's what I've packed (or will pack - not everything is fully together yet). Don't laugh. I'm a first time mom:
1.
License, insurance card and any hospital
paperwork
a.
Alex’s flu shot paperwork
2.
Birth plan
3.
Work paperwork
4.
List of people to contact after birth
5.
Electronics:
a.
Phone
b.
Phone charger
c.
Surface
d.
Surface Charger
e.
Camera
f.
Extra Camera batteries
6.
Toiletries:
a.
Tooth brush (A&E)
b.
Tooth paste (A&E)
c.
Chapstick
d.
Deodorant (A&E)
e.
Comb
f.
Hair bands
g.
Make up
h.
Lotion
i.
Nipple cream
j.
Baby nail clippers
k.
Unblemish travel size + cotton rounds
l.
Shampoo/Conditioner
7.
Clothes:
a.
Fuzzy socks w/ grippies
b.
Silk robe
c.
Robe from Sarah
d.
Slippers
e.
Nursing bras
f.
Nursing camis
g.
Maternity underwear
h.
Loose waist pants (maternity) or dress (nothing
covering incision)
i.
Comfortable shoes
j.
White oversized sweater
8.
Breast pads
9.
Heavy sanitary pads
10.
Snacks:
a.
Chocolate
b.
Granola bars
c.
Pretzels
d.
Pineapple juice
e.
Nuts
f.
Gum
11.
Baby books
12.
Pillow
13.
Nursing Pillow
14.
Notepad/pen
15.
Baby memory books
16.
Announcement Felt Boards
17.
Embroidered blankets
18.
Going home outfits for babies
a.
Socks/hat for babies
b.
Sleepers for during stay
c.
Receiving blankets
d.
Mittens
19.
Clothes for Alex:
a.
Boxers/socks (3)
b.
Undershirts (3)
c.
Jeans (1)
d.
Track Pants (1)
e.
Gym Shorts (1)
f.
T-shirts (3)
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