What to wear in the hospital, and what to pack
Socks, slippers, a robe, and an outfit for home.
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Gowns and what your hospital provides
Ask your hospital or birth center what it provides and what it allows. That includes gowns and footwear.
Socks and slippers
The MedlinePlus birth stay list includes slippers and several pairs of socks.
A robe
The MedlinePlus birth stay list includes a robe and something to sleep in.
An outfit for home
The MedlinePlus birth stay list includes a roomy, comfortable outfit for going home, and its surgery page suggests roomy clothes and flat shoes.
Laundry
Some people choose to pack a spare bag for worn clothes. That is our tip, not a source's.
Sources: MedlinePlus, What to bring to your labor and delivery; MedlinePlus, The day of your surgery, adult.
FAQ
General information only, not medical advice. We are not a hospital, birth center, or health care provider, and we cannot tell you what your hospital provides, allows, or requires. Ask your clinician and your hospital or birth center what to bring and what to expect. For car seats, follow the seat maker's instructions and your vehicle owner's manual, and see NHTSA's car seat guidance. If you think you have a medical emergency, call 911.
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A small kit for a short stay.
