Packing and prepping to have a baby is one of the most exciting (and sometimes overwhelming) things facing expectant mothers. Having given birth to 10 babies, helping a new mom confront these conflicting emotions is one of the best parts of my job. Today we’ll address finding and packing the perfect delivery gown to give birth in, recover in and breastfeed in. The birth and recovery process is so much more enjoyable when you’re feeling as comfortable as possible! Delivery gown vs recovery gown The first thing you’ll need to decide is if you’d like to bring a separate, soft gown to birth in or just use the hospital’s gown. I’m an advocate of having 2 different gowns available simply because whatever you give birth in will undoubtedly get very messy and gross! You’ll want to change at some point after having the baby and take even more pictures with the little one. I usually gave birth in the gown supplied to me by the hospital (not cute but very functional) and then changed into a cuter, softer and more comfortable maternity gown to lounge around in. You could always bring two outfits: a labor gown of your own as […]
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