recovery must haves & hospital bag!

hey mamas!!
i have a scheduled c section for april 13th this is my second c section with my first being an emergency c section.
what are some of your recovery/postpartum must haves ??
and what did you pack in your hospital bag for a planned c section for yourself & baby??
TIA.🤍

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Three different onesie sizes I never trust their guess at the baby’s size. And pajamas and slippers for going home. my silky robe for wandering the hallways cuz you got to get walking asap
Good luck mama!!

Prunes🤪!Constipation is on another level!
Good luck!

Peppermint tea bags to ease the gas, and lactulose to help with the first poops. Start taking that a few days before your section.
High waisted PJs, or a night shirt even better.
Usual maternity adult nappies and / or pads.
Slippers / flip flops.

I quite liked the disposable underwear from Frida mom. They go well above your scar and help keep you feeling put together in the area when it can feel quite ‘loose’

I remember packing so much and I didn't use the majority of it 😂 literally just the bare minimum 😊

A couple of baby onesies
A few nappies
Muslin cloth
Comfy pj's for you
Dressing gown for getting out and about the room/ward.
Comfy leggings/joggers for going home.
Big comfy granny pants underwear!
Plenty of snacks & drinks! (Not until after c section 😉)

I was told to take paracetamol and ibuprofen alternating every 2 hours so that pain wasn't too bad. It worked wonders and helped with recovery!

I didn't bother to shower at the hospital - I just had one with the help of partner at home.

Isotonic drinks. Stretchy pjs. Anything lose

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