• Nightgown or pajamas that button in front
• Robe
• Comfortable slippers
• Regular or nursing bra that fits well
• Hairbrush/comb
• Toothbrush/toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Eye glasses, contact lenses, eye care solution and carrying case
• Reading material
• Comfortable clothes to wear home
• Hairdryer
• Socks
• Shampoo/conditioner
• Lip balm
• Mouthwash
• Rubber bands/barrettes for long hair

For Dad

• hospital pre-admittance forms and information
• other necessary health and insurance papers
• list of phone numbers
• toothbrush/toiletries (if you plan to spend the night with mother)
• calling card to place long distance calls
• change of clothes

For Baby

• going home outfit/outfit for pictures (the hospital does not provide you with blankets or a t-shirt for your baby to wear home)
• socks/booties
• undershirt
• receiving blanket
• outerwear and blanket (depending on weather)
• car seat for ride home (required by law). If you baby is born prematurely, a special car seat may be needed.