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Free Printable Birth Plan by Theresa

As part of the HealthyBabyNetwork.com we try to make planning for baby easier and less stressful for mom (and Dad). Along with a free hospital bag checklist , you can also print a free birth plan to fill out and give to your birthing team. A birth plan...

Why non-slip socks in my hospital bag? by Theresa

Many checklists will recommend that you pack warm socks in your hospital bag but, although its a little harder to find, we recommend packing NON-SLIP socks. Labor for most women is not a fast process and once you are admitted to the hospital or birthing...

Add a Labor Candle to your hospital bag by Theresa

Check this out! Now there is a candle that has been created with the very specific goal of helping a mom during childbirth. Sweetsation Therapy has created a wonderful aromatherapy candle specifically for labor and delivery. But its not all about setting...

Prepacked Hospital Bags great for Dads too by Theresa

For the Dad who wants to be prepared (and impress the mom-to-be), a pre-packed Hospital Bag or LaborKit is a great purchase or baby shower gift . There are several to choose from depending on whether it's a first baby, "they've been through three times...

Why on earth do I need Mesh underwear? by Theresa

There are many women who swear by these not-so-sexy mesh pants after having a baby. First, they are super stretchy and fit better than regular or maternity underwear 24-72 hours after birth. They are breathable and soft for moms who have had c-sections...

Hospital Bag vs Labor Kit by Theresa

So what's the difference? The term hospital bag has been around for a very long time. Generally, a woman would pack her toiletries, nightgown and baby's first outfit. Everything else was taken care of by the hospital. In the 70's most moms would even...

Free printable hospital checklist by Theresa

We have made it very easy to help you prepare for birth. You can just click and print our one-page checklist which includes everything you may want to pack for yourself, baby and your partner or coach. If you think we are missing anything, contact us...

Breastfeeding can hurt, briefly, so be ready in advance by Theresa

Many health care professionals will tell you that breastfeeding isn't supposed to hurt. Well, most of the moms I have talked to have had experiences ranging from minor discomforts to mastitis and severe cracked nipples and infection. Breastfeeding is...

Don't forget the camera! by Theresa

Today digital cameras, cell phone cameras and video recorders are all around us, yet when excitement and stress get the better of us, we forget these everyday items and rush out the door. When you pack your hospital bag, please remember to pack a camera...

Labor preparation -- add a birthplan to your hospital bag by Theresa

I was researching some articles about VBAC and found this site http://www.childbirthconnection.org . While you are deciding what what to pack, you might find some helpful information on this site about your rights, c-sections, trends in hospital births...

Hospital Bag for Dad?? by HospitalBag

Yes, its true, sometimes men are the forgotten ones in this whole labor and delivery adventure. We pack the overnight bag for Mom and of course the itty bitty diapers and outfit etc.. for baby, somewhere along the way its forgotten that yes, Dad might...
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Technology is changing the landscape for Hospital Bags.... by HospitalBag

100 years ago a hospital bag, if it even existed, likely constisted of hot water and some cotton clothes. Today people are including everthing we listed we in our hospital bag checklist as well as tablets and bluetooth keyboards . It'll be interesting...
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Welcome to HospitalBag.org! by HospitalBag

This site has been created to aid mothers in preparing for the big day. Our site provides a comprehensive list of essential items for mothers to use during their birthing experience. If you would like to create your own list go to hospitalbag.org and...
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