What to bring to the hospital

There are many things you can bring and others may be able to give their suggestions too. I think the very best thing we had was our IPOD. During the entire labor we were able to listen to different songs. It helped pass the time and relaxed us. Plus we'll always be able to tell our daughter that Prince (Purple Rain) was playing when she was born! We named our daughter Maggie Mae, so you would think we would of had Rod Stewart on, but we were preoccupied! Be sure to bring your own shampoo and conditioner because they don't have any there. You'll love taking that first shower. Bring a robe. You'll be wearing this gown that is all open and you will want to get up and walk around. People will be stopping by, so the robe (make it a cute one) will keep you together. Plus the nurses will need to check you down there and they like easy access! If you do bring your own pjs, make sure they are maternity wear. Just because you had a baby you will not be skinny. Plus you will be wearing these diaper things packed with ice. You'll need lots of room. The nursing cami works great as a top. You'll be nursing a lot and it was nice to wear something that looked normal and that you didn't have to wear a bra with. I got mine at Motherhood Maternity, but Target has cheap ones too. Gals who have C-sections probably have other advice on clothes in the hospital, so maybe one of them can give some tips. Other things you may want are, magazines, socks, makeup, and most importantly don't forget the camera!! Ours had the ability to take video and that was awesome. We have video just as our daughter was born! Priceless!