Packing:

After procrastinating for weeks, I finally got my crap together last weekend and packed my hospital bag. I think one of the reasons I put it off for so long is because it seemed a little overwhelming. I didn't know what I would need and most of the articles I read online seemed like they were suggesting that I pack pretty much my entire house. Is that really necessary? Let's be realistic here. What would I actually need? So I made lists, debated, discussed it with Andrew, packed, and then repacked. I tend to over-pack by nature, so the repacking step was vital for me to pare everything down to just the essentials.

Here's what we ended up with:

As far as clothes, go, I went with:

• pajamas
• socks
• undergarments
• flip flops
• robe
• a going home outfit (leggings and an oversized light-weight sweater)

In the toiletry department, I packed:

• toothpaste
• toothbrush
• deodorant
• dental floss
• moisturizer
• makeup (blush stick, tinted moisturizer, mascara, hydrating lip balm)
• comb
• facial wipes
• hair ties and headband
• shampoo and conditioner
• body lotion
• face wash

I packed a few things for the baby, including:

• hat 
• socks
• two outfits (in two different sizes, so all our bases are covered)

Some miscellaneous items:

• phone and charger
• magazines that I have intentionally not read yet
• journal
• gum

There are a few things that aren't pictured, including Andrew's clothes, car seat, pillows, blanket, and some treats for the nurses (highly recommended by a few nurse friends).

I feel like we're pretty prepared. I don't think I've left anything major out. What about you? Is there anything that I need to add to my list? Anything I can do without?