A hat
Most hospitals put standard knit hats on newborns to keep their heads warm but you can also bring a personalized one from home for the stay and for when you leave the hospital.
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Diapers and wipes
Hospitals don’t provide diapers in general so you have to remember to bring enough for the duration of your stay, as well as a bag of baby wipes to clean baby properly.
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A blanket
A blanket will keep baby warm and allow you to swaddle them to reassure them and to avoid them scratching their face with their nails when they make jerky movements.
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A pacifier
If you have decided to offer a pacifier to your baby, we suggest you bring more than one: they’re easy to lose and you’ll have a spare if one gets dirty and you can’t clean it right away.
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Comfortable clothes
We suggest you bring a few space outfits in case baby gets dirty accidentally by regurgitating or having an overflowing diaper.
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Washcloths or bibs
They come in handy to prevent baby from getting dirty when they regurgitate.
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Socks
Don't forget to bring several pairs of socks to keep baby's feet warm during your stay at the hospital.
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A nice outfit
So they are the most beautiful baby in the world when they leave the hospital to be welcomed home by the family!
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A coat
If you give birth in the cold season, don’t forget to bring a coat to keep baby warm when you are released from the hospital.
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A newborn car seat
If you want to be able to leave with your baby, don’t forget a car seat – which must be installed safely.