Packing for the Hospital

Do bring:

• Zip-up sweatshirts or oversized shirts that button up the front
• Roomy drawstring pants
• Small supply of toiletry essentials, including toothbrush, toothpaste, your favorite lotion, lip gloss, facial wipes, etc.
• Large safety pins (to attach drains to hospital gown)
• A favorite robe that opens up the front
• Toddler’s leak-proof “sippy” cup
• Throat lozenges
• iPod, small CD player or audio books

Do not bring:

• jewelry
• credit cards
• other valuables
• prescription or over-the-counter medications (all your medications will be discussed during your consultation appointment and provided by the hospital).