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[quote=Anonymous]You're going to get differing opinions on all of these things, but I think pack everything you think you'll want and don't obsess too much about being minimal.  I didn't take a ton of stuff, but was happy to have everything I could have wanted.  I took a Boppy and an extra pillow to sleep on.  I was really, really happy to have both.  The hospital pillow smelled really weird to me and I found the Boppy very useful for nursing at the hospital. The hospital supplied everything for baby, including pacifier and wipes, so you don't need those (but I see your note about weird wipes at your hospital).  I wished I had a velcro swaddle for the baby because we were terrible at getting baby back in the swaddle with just a blanket.  I also was happy that I had brought my own gown for post-delivery, as well as a hoodie.  I never wore the robe I brought, which some people swear by.  Some people also suggest bringing my own blanket, which I would not have used.  The hospital supplied non-slip socks.  I've noticed people have very strong and different opinions on the hospital mesh underwear plus pad vs. disposable underwear.  I hated the hospital underwear plus pad and wore the disposable underwear as soon as I got home.  That said, it would have felt like overkill to bring the disposable underwear with.  Same with the Frida peri bottle.  Yes, it is a superior peri bottle, but the one at the hospital is totally fine.  You might also consider a water bottle.  The cups at the hospital don't hold much water.  I could not be bothered to shave, but I was happy to have my toiletries to wash my hair.  If you want to dry your hair, check and see if your hospital has hair dryers.  VHC does not.    [/quote]

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