I packed early for Hilde and late for Millie. Even after two close calls, I didn’t pack until the night before my c-section. I guess that is just the procrastinator in me. And maybe just a tad bit of denial – the nine months went by in the blink of an eye and the idea of having another baby in my arms was a bit hard to imagine.

It’s funny having a date in your head. With Hilde, we had no idea when she would come and we just waited and waited and my due date passed and we waited. This time, we knew the 11th of January was coming and if we didn’t go into labor before then, we would meet our Millie that day. All Friday Bruce and I desperately tried to check off our to-do lists (including packing!) knowing that tomorrow would be the start of a new season. Both knowing and not knowing can be just as crazy emotionally!

I packed a lot less this time and more specifically. With a c-section again, we knew we would be there longer so we made sure to pack enough clothes for the three days. We brought slippers for walking around, my own nighty to move out of those hospital gowns, and outfits for Fresh 48 photos. We didn’t worry about extra outfits for baby as we did a lot of skin on skin and swaddling and we only brought our laptops (and a Bluetooth speaker) to entertain us.

This time I also had to pack Hilde a bag which was crazy. We filled hers with outfits and diapers and her sound machine. Things that 16-month-olds need when they spend time at their grandparents! Hilde spent the first days with Bruce’s parents and the last days with mine.

So without further adieu, here is what I packed this time! It is fun to compare it with what I packed last time!

For Mama

Sleep Gown
Slippers
Hair Ties
Leggings & a Nursing Sweater to go home in
Cardigan
2 Pairs Large Underwear (but I still just used the mesh undies the whole time)
2 Nursing Bras
Belly Bandit
Snacks
Toiletries bag (make up, shower stuff, getting ready)
Cellphone & Charger
Computer & Charger

For Dad

T-shirts (5)
Sleep Shorts
Sweat Pants
Underwear (5)
Toiletries Bag
Computer & Charger
Cellphone & Charger
Water Bottle
Camera Gear (I really wanted a couple pictures in the c-section this time!)
Bluetooth Speaker

For Baby

Sleeper (2)
Hat (1)
Bow
1-2 Swaddles
Car Seat
Fresh 48 Outfits (for the family)
Going Home Outfit
Pacifier