Things to Prepare

The day when I will give birth is drawing near and I am getting more excited and nervous each day. August is here and when September comes, I want to be prepared for everything. Well, just to avoid cramming I made a list of things that I need to prepare. Here they are:

General:
Admission forms/papers
Baby book
Laboratory Results
Camera and/or video camera
Cash/Wallet
Health insurance card
Cellphones
Philhealth Claim Form 1

For Labor:
Facecloth (colored, so it doesn't get into hospital laundry)
Hot water bottle
Lollipops and hard candy (for dry mouth)
Lotion and/or powder (for massage)
Massage/aromatherapy oils
Watch or stopwatch (with a second hand for timing contractions)

Comforts of home:
Small cooler with drinks and snacks
Extra pillow/s (colored pillowcase, so it doesn't get into hospital laundry

For husband:
Change of clothes
Snacks
Reading materials

Clothing:
Bathrobe
Loose, comfortable outfits
Nightgown
Slippers
Thick socks
Underwear

Personal care:
Body/facial soap
Brush/comb
Deodorant
Eyeshade
Hairbands (ponytail holders)
Lip salve/chapstick
Lotion
Sanitary Napkins
Prescription medications
Shampoo/conditioner
Toothbrush/toothpaste

For Baby:
Diapers for the trip home
Going-home outfit
Hat/cap
Receiving blankets

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