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I did! They’ll give you lots :) Peri bottle, pads, pain killers, diapers for you and baby, formula if needed. Just bring your clothes and flip flops, going home baby and your outfits, 1-2 hats for your baby to wear inside
I did as well. Depends on your length of stay. We actually packed two bags - a small one to bring to the to room and a larger one with additonal items to stay in the car. One of the best things they gave was the netting underwear. It helps so much post birth. I was high risk so there for a while - definitely pack snacks (for hubby and you!!! As it gets pricy) and I found I preferred my own water bottle as they give you those styrofoam cups and I was always so thirsty. One with a large straw, preferably. I would also share that diapers for you. I ripped pretty badly and they were amazing to have with me as the bleeding took some time. Not for everyone, but def a help to me. Best of luck with everything!
I also gave birth at Mount Sinai.. honestly I totally over packed and you really don’t need much at all! As Dasha mentioned they provide pretty much everything you’d need.. peri bottle, undies, pads, ice packs, diapers, mini formula bottles & formula if needed. I would recommend just bringing what will make you comfortable.. slippers, going home clothes for you and baby, toiletries, nursing bra, robe, ( I enjoyed having a warm throw blanket ( I found their blankets not warm enough) and also brought my own pillow.. you really don’t need much.. the whole experience goes by so quickly, and before you know it you’re home with your bundle of joy. Good luck & all the best!!
Also, all of my nurses were amazing! So if you’d like to thank them - it’s nice to have a couple of gift cards in your pocket :)
I had my daughter April 2022 and I’m due with my son in a few weeks (also will be at Sinai). It really depends on what you are expecting out of your hospital stay. We packed a lot and I only opened our bags for clothes for my daughter and diapers and wipes. They did provide some diapers and a baby care pack. They gave me a peri bottle, sitz bath, disposable undies, fillable ice packs, pads. I didn’t use any of what I took with me, left my frida bottle to use at home. I didn’t want to wear any clothes and was more comfortable staying in the gowns so I could do a lot of skin to skin. They gave me a fresh gown as needed. I also packed a birthing ball for labour but they had one in L&D available to use. I also know they provide as much formula as needed from hearing my neighbours on the ward, unless you have a preference. They provided enfamil. I’ll be very minimal this time as I know what we actually used. Also I did the shared ward first time but will do a private room this time around.
I gave birth there in October. bring your personal toiletries for example toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, body wash. They give you everything you need for the baby. the baby does not need anything fancy. One nice going home outfit is all you need. They encourage mother/baby bonding so baby is in its diaper or in its hospital swaddle. believe me, when you get there, it’s well worth getting a private room if you can afford it. Over packing just makes you walk in there with unnecessary stuff and leave with the same unnecessary stuff. You don’t need a water bottle, you have access to as many large styrofoam cups and plastic straws as needed. If you want, bring diapers for yourself, but again, they provide pads in all shapes and sizes for what your body will experience. You need flip flops that you either wear outdoors or don’t mind to get rid of. Be comfortable but this is not a hotel and no matter if you decide to bring your entire house, you’ll be itching to leave. less is more.
you know what you can benefit from, having your spouse and an additional family member present. No matter how great your birth may be, you won’t physically or emotionally be able to provide the support your spouse needs in that moment. he’s there for you, but who’s there for him? That makes a big difference. I had both my mom and husband there and they gave each other comfort especially if you’re there for a long birth. He’s already thinking about the baby, he might miss key information from the nurses and doctors that your family member will pick up on.
I wanted to know the same! I’m giving birth there as well! When are you due? I found this on their site: https://www.mountsinai.on.ca/patients/having-a-baby-at-mount-sinai/labour-and-birth/what-to-bring-to-the-hospital-pdf