Throwing in the towel--calling OB tomorrow - Page 2

[deymm]

Originally Posted by peanutbuttercup

I have a sheet from my doula that has some good recommendations on it about what to bring to the hospital. I am using it to pack my bag today. It is long, but I could transcribe it for you, if you want. Let me know!

Sure, or just hit the highlights for me. Thanks!

[mysticmomma]

Or this is pretty concise:

"Any time you approach my crotch or my baby, be ready to explain yourself."

[deymm]

Thanks for the transfer plan Mysticmomma. I like that it is brief and to the point.

[texmati]

oh deymm, you aren't throwing in the towel! You are just making the best decision for you and your baby. s.

We'll be thinking of you tomorrow-- btw, I love your birth plan. So concise.

[peanutbuttercup]

Ok, this is pretty detailed and long so bear with me!

Labor Bag:
herbal teas, emergen-c packets, gatorade...nourishing drinks
easily digestible snacks
hard candy or lollipop
robe, slippers, warm socks for walking
dad xtra shirt, sweatshirt, pants, swim trunks, comfy shoes
music with portable cd player or iPod
2 extra pillows with colored pillowcases (so you know which ones are yours)
focal point (statue, tapestry, photos)
back massage items (lotion, oil, tennis ball, massage tool)
sock filled with rice and good smelling herbs
essential oils for use during labor
spray bottle for misting your face
homeopathics for use during labor
chap stick
hair bands
mom + dad toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash
camera and/or video camera with chargers
cell phone and charger
contact lens case and glasses
hand held fan
copy of birth intentions

And there's more!!

Postpartum Bag: (leave in car until after delivery)
For mom + baby:
2-3 nightgowns/nursing gowns
nursing bras/pads
robe and slippers
3-4 undies
2-3 bras
toilet articles, hair care items, cosmetics, etc
going home loose fitting clothes for mom
going home outfit and blanket for baby
unscented massage oil or veggie oil to remove meconium from baby's skin

For dad:
1-3 t-shirts
2-3 pairs underwear
2-3 pairs socks
personal care items

I know it is super long and detailed, but it's helped me a lot! Hope it helps you, and best of luck tomorrow!

[newmomroxi]

The PP have really said it all but I just want you to know that I'll be thinking of you tomorrow. You may go into labor spontaneously tonight but even if you don't, you should be proud of how long you have waited and how hard you have tried to safely induce labor. Wishing you a safe and "easy" labor!

[octobermoon]

hope you start your labor at home soon.

[greeny]

I'm thinking of you! I hope everything goes well.

[deymm]

Originally Posted by octobermoon

hope you start your labor at home soon.

Me too. We went and walked some stairs. DH suggested using the breast pump (although my MW doesn't want me to do that unless I am on the monitor), and I think I am going to force him to DTD tonight. Other than some birth ball sitting, I don't have any other tricks left!

Fingers crossed!!

[confustication]

I'll absolutely be keeping my fingers crossed for you! I know how frustrated you must be feeling.

[deymm]

Birth plan is written. Still have to pack. That's cuz the laundry is still going.

Going to make Rice Krispie treats with DS so he can bring them to his cousin's house tomorrow when we drop him off there.

[schoolmom07]

Originally Posted by deymm

We're meeting the OB tomorrow at 11 a.m.

The midwife said it's pefectly acceptable to go into labor tonight, though. Then we could still be at home.

Now today I have to wrap my head around writing a quick birth plan and packing a hospital bag. Those of you that have birthed at the hosptial--what did you bring? what did you need the most? What did you forget that you really wanted? I am clueless!

Any amenities that you would like as far as tolietries. You may want your own towels if you like them to cover any part of you at the same time. The hospital ones are so small. I packed washcloths this time around and don't forget your slippers as I so freak out about touching a floor that others may have with their bare feet. I don't like feet anyway so...You might want your own nightie for after you birth baby but keep in mind that it might get nasty so you might want two with you. Baby will need a bag as well with take home clothes, you might add a few diapers/wipes but you will probably get those at the hospital. You can look online for recommended hospital lists of what to bring when delivering at the hospital. It is just a guide but it you have any questions and if I think of more (which I can't right now due to 7 year old driving me crazy up in my face and dh doing nothing to divert her attention span), I will get back with you! You won't really care about how baby got here when you hold them in your arms after all this time. I don't know how to make that sound any nicer but I hope you know what I mean...Hugs! I know it is hard not having the birth experience you are wanting as I am facing this, too.

OH! Snacks! Bring snacks/pain medicine such as headache meds or sinus stuff for dh as the hospital will NOT give him anything. My husband is bad to get migraines and they wouldn't give him even two tylenol when he needed them.