Am I forgetting anything for newborn DD?

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She's being born tomorrow, so today is my last chance to get or do something we forgot. I think we're pretty well prepared though. Have I forgotten anything?

-crib assembled, including mattress protector and sheets
-dresser with changing station assembled, including all diapering supplies laid out
-infant car seat cleaned and installed
-RnP and bouncer cleaned & ready
-freezer meals done
-hospital bag packed
-DS's overnight bag for grandma's packed
-All baby clothes washed & put away

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Baby monitor set up?

[zarapipe]

Lots of food, pet supplies, etc so no one has to run out and leave you with two kids alone.

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Mar 15, 2015 8:45:39 GMT -5 @idaholakelady said:

Baby monitor set up?

YES good thank you!! Bought it but still in the package. Plugging that in right now.

[heygrey]

i would prep the bathroom with all of your supplies so you dont have to dig for those.

totally unnecessary, but did you have a "big brother" gift for DS? get that out and ready.

[Brie]

I was glad I'd set up "My List" on Netflix with stuff I wanted to watch.

Also, if you're doing baby announcements, print address labels so you're not tracking down addresses with a newborn.

[gibbinator]

Where did the time go?! Wow.

I have nothing else to contribute to this thread

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Hit the grocery store (or have H do it before you come home if your stay is longer) so you have some fresh stuff upon arrival home. Strawberries were the best thing ever in a sea of frozen pizza and casseroles.

Get a basket of stuff together for DS to do. A new movie. Color books. Small toys. Play-doh. Whatever keeps him happy so you feed the baby/shower/eat. That was more helpful to me than anything I did for DS.

Having your bathroom supplies ready is a good one too.

This seems ridiculously dumb but do you have some lounge outfits put together? I put like a week's worth on hangers in my closet of clothes I knew would be comfortable. I don't mean well coordinated down to accessories...haha...just stuff you know you want clean/like to wear/is comfortable etc. Take a shower, readymade clothes, done. I know it's a stupid thing to do but in that up all night/post birth/too hard to think phase I appreciated it.

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Mar 15, 2015 8:46:30 GMT -5 swizz said:

Do you have snacks/water bottle and/or BFing supplies for yourself? (If you need/want them).

Anything for your son he might need in the first week?

Yup, got muffins, granola bars, trail mix, & yogurt. Got manual breast pump, which was all I used last time. The hospital gives out these kick ass huge water jugs with straws that I'll bring home with me.

He's staying with grandma and his bag is all packed. He's got a few new toys waiting for his return.

[nextbigthing]

Sounds like youre in good shape on the baby front. Heres some stuff I did the day before

Make sure bills are paid
fill car w gas/wash
grocery store run
make sure you have pads, ibuprofen for you for when you get home plus your favorite drinks/snacks
All set for pet care if applicable?

Enjoy your day!!! Congratulations in advance!

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Mar 15, 2015 8:47:28 GMT -5 zarapipe said:

Lots of food, pet supplies, etc so no one has to run out and leave you with two kids alone.

Yup got at least a weeks worth of frozen meals ready, maybe more. I have a quick grocery list ready for a stop-off on the way home from the hospital (perishables like deli meat and bread).

Pets are all set, I spent a gagillion dollars at PetsMart last week.

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Mar 15, 2015 8:48:16 GMT -5 heygrey said:

i would prep the bathroom with all of your supplies so you dont have to dig for those.

totally unnecessary, but did you have a "big brother" gift for DS? get that out and ready.

Yup all my supplies are already under our bathroom sink. Pads, wipes, meds.

Dammit a big brother gift would have been a good idea. I didn't get one

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Mar 15, 2015 9:08:20 GMT -5 @pnkybrwstr said:

Pay all your bills? When I had O, I forgot to pay my CC bill that was due a few days after he was born.

When I realized the next month, they kindly took off the late charge, but I was mortified.

PS - Tomorrow!! Ahhhh!!! OMGOMGOMG!!!

Bill paying is DH's job. I assume he's kept up with it. Good idea though, I'll touch base with him about it.

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@justdairy DH will be home with us for 2 weeks after my hospital stay, so he's in charge of entertaining DS, heh. DS just got a TON of toys for his birthday so he should be good.

I've got a small grocery list of perishables ready for DH to get on the way home from the hospital. Deli meat, bread, fruit, etc. Stuff that will be spoiled if I buy it now and try to eat it late this week.

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Mar 15, 2015 8:50:58 GMT -5 Brie said:

I was glad I'd set up "My List" on Netflix with stuff I wanted to watch.

Also, if you're doing baby announcements, print address labels so you're not tracking down addresses with a newborn.

With DS home too, I think I'm going to be watching a lot of Curious George while nursing. Womp womp.

No baby announcements planned. I should do DS's birthday thank you's (bday was 2 weeks ago) though.

[nessness]

Sterilize your pump parts?

[chickadee77]

Tidy the house so you're not coming home to housework.

Fill vehicles with gas so it's one less thing to think about.

Snacks/vending machine money for the hospital?

Sounds like you've got a good handle on everything! Good luck!!!

[ewall]

Bottles and/or pump parts ready?

All of your phones and gadgets charged?

Stocked up on Metamucil and Colace?

[MadamePresident]

Talk about what pictures you might want or not want in the hospital with your husband. I like pictures of me with our kids, but my husband doesn't think to take any unless I specifically ask him.

[lilles]

Mar 15, 2015 9:23:23 GMT -5 @supergreen said:

Mar 15, 2015 8:48:16 GMT -5 heygrey said:

i would prep the bathroom with all of your supplies so you dont have to dig for those.

totally unnecessary, but did you have a "big brother" gift for DS? get that out and ready.

Yup all my supplies are already under our bathroom sink. Pads, wipes, meds.

Dammit a big brother gift would have been a good idea. I didn't get one

Go to Target and buy him something. It doesn't have to say big brother just a little (or big) something so he feels special tomorrow and that it is not all about the baby.

[undecidedowl]

Are all the straps for the infant car seat back in the newborn position? That was not so fun to have to do in the hospital parking lot when trying to leave.

Sounds like you are well prepared! Are you counting down the hours?!

[nachos]

It sounds like you're well on your way!

Have you packed any scratch mitts? I always forgot them and found they were a must have.

Something small for your DS, a book or a favourite toy, to give to him at the hospital "from the baby" goes a long way.

Good luck!

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Mar 15, 2015 9:40:47 GMT -5 nessness said:

Sterilize your pump parts?

Yes good thanks! I will do this.

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Mar 15, 2015 9:52:09 GMT -5 aeg511 said:

I have an extra little diaper station - diapers, wipes, a&d ointment (this guy poops every hour!) burp cloths, etc. in the bottom of the bassinet.

I never have to leave my bed in the middle of the night. I'm lazy.

DD will be sleeping in her crib at the foot of our bed, and the changing table is a foot away. Even if she ends up in the RnP on my side of the bed, the changing table is still super close. Plus, MOTN diaper changes are DH's job!

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Mar 15, 2015 10:41:44 GMT -5 @vicmo said:

Good luck!

Maybe have a nice chat with your H about how you'll both be stressed and overtired in the coming weeks so you can agree ahead of time to cut each other some slack.

Ooh that's a good idea, thanks.

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Mar 15, 2015 11:33:17 GMT -5 undecidedowl said:

Are all the straps for the infant car seat back in the newborn position? That was not so fun to have to do in the hospital parking lot when trying to leave.

Sounds like you are well prepared! Are you counting down the hours?!

Yup, I did that when I put the clean cover on this morning. I also realized that DH's BFF still has the newborn insert, which she promised to bring when she visits is the hospital (she lives an hour away). I really hope she remembers!

I am counting! Is it bad that I'm almost as excited about eating carbs and treats as I am about meeting DD? I've been fantasizing about everything I'm going to eat in the hospital. First up is penne with chicken & asparagus from my fav bistro down the street. Plus some petite fours!

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Mar 15, 2015 11:33:17 GMT -5 undecidedowl said:

Are all the straps for the infant car seat back in the newborn position? That was not so fun to have to do in the hospital parking lot when trying to leave.

Sounds like you are well prepared! Are you counting down the hours?!

I agree with this. We totally knew how to install the seat in the car but forgot to learn how to adjust the straps and get the baby into the seat. Fwiw.

[thebreakfastclub]

Get your cars washed, clean it out, and have the oil changed.

Maybe I am projecting because my car is a disaster right now.

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Mar 15, 2015 12:36:38 GMT -5 thebreakfastclub said:

Get your cars washed, clean it out, and have the oil changed.

Maybe I am projecting because my car is a disaster right now.

DH cleaned all the trash out. I think that's as good as it's gonna get today I got gas too.

[sjh722]

@supergreen, I would be planning what I was going to eat at the hopsital too if I had GD! I won't tell you how I have been eating in the last month, but....enjoy your carbs. You deserve them, LOL.

Good luck!