Dad’s List
- Childbirth Cornerman’s Guide. pdf | web/responsive
- Document folder—insurance cards, birth plan, admission forms, etc.
- Change of comfortable clothes
- Pajamas and slippers for the overnight stay.
- Long-sleeve shirt, hoodie—hospitals can be cold.
- Board shorts for time in the shower helping your wife.
- Toiletries: toothbrush, razor, shampoo, deodorant.
- Comfortable shoes—you may do a lot of walking.
- Food and drinks in a small cooler.
- Energy drinks, trail mix.
- Pen and pad of paper.
- Insurance/hospital forms, your ID.
- Cell phone, charger, and earphones.
- Laptop computer.
- External USB power bank.
- Power strip with an extension cord.
- Bluetooth speaker/player with her favorite music.
- Camera with a memory card, charged battery.
- Address book/phone numbers to announce the birth.
- Book, magazines, games, cards—it can be a marathon.
- Headache medication (most hospitals won’t provide it).
- Your pillow and a blanket.
- Nice, soft toilet paper.
- Optional: a small air mattress so you can sleep at night.
For Mom
- Nightgown, robe, slippers, socks (bring extra).
- Toiletries and makeup (hair bands/chapstick).
- Her pillow.
- Change of clothes and going home outfit.
- Pain-easing aids: tennis ball, massager, lotion, etc.
- Hard candies, snacks for after the birth.
- Book, magazines.
- Cell phone, (iPad/laptop) chargers and earphones.
- Her favorite food and beverage
- ID cards.
For Your Baby
- Outfit for going home.
- Hat and booties to stay warm.
- 2 blankets for swaddling, etc.
- Installed car seat.
“A handheld, battery-powered electric fan with foam blades might as well have been duct taped to my left hand during my wife's labor. Keeping a nice even stream of fresh air was key to helping her feel as comfortable as possible. That was really the only thing that was helpful throughout the entire process.” - Veteran Dad
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