How weird, I’m due 30th January with a little boy too!😍💙 not sure if you’ve already had your little one yet but only thing I’d suggest is maybe to pack a bag with extra things for both you, baby and your partner and keeping it in the car so if you need to stay longer or anything your partner can literally just run to the car and grab it! Good luck mumma 💙
ekkk so exciting that bags are all packed now!🥰 The sippy cup is the cutest! You’ll do amazing in labour and you’ll smash mummyhood! Buzz will be luckiest little boy evaaaa. xxxx
I have just started thinking about my hospital bag too. Due in April. Watched lots of videos and one thing I noticed was people say to take extra long phone leads! And flipflops for in the shower. xx
Ah how exciting!! Yess I completely forgot to mention both of those things but I’ll definitely be packing those! Thank you so much and congratulations! Xxx
First video of yours I have seen, I'm due very soon, loving these kinds of videos. I absolutely love how completely open you are to every option! It's so lovely to see that you're just going with what ever works 🥰🥰🥰
Aw thank you so much Lorna, I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! I think it's important to keep an open mind because pregnancy/parenthood seems so unpredictable and I'd only stress if I tried to stick to ONE method for everything and then it didn't work out you know? Congratulations on your pregnancy and wishing you lots of luck for your birth 💛💛
I’m due in 5 weeks 😬 and feel so unprepared so thank you for this video! I’m watched all of your baby related content and found it so helpful. I’m defs going to be taking the disposable pants as well as the Boots maternity pads, I’m just really worried I’m going to be so underprepared when I get to hospital. We’ll see I guess 😅 x
Aww I felt the exact same as you when I had my first, had no problem what so ever other people breastfeeding but for myself I just wasn’t comparable, where pregnant with our 3rd and final baby now and for the first time after 2 other pregnancies I can’t wait to try breast feeding this time Around. Boots, Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Morrison’s all sell them bottle that come with the teats and the milk and they are so handy x
Ah amazing, congratulations!! That's so exciting that you feel differently about BF for your third and are going to be trying that out! I hope it goes well for you. Thank you for your message and taking the time to watch my video - yes I've since found them in the supermarket, thank you so much! Good luck with your pregnancy lovely xxx
Loved watching your video 🤗. I am full on addicted to hospital bag videos 😅 I'm 32 weeks and have an elective section booked for 39 weeks. It feels soooooo long away but know it will fly xx
aw thank you so much Angela! Oh my goodness how exciting! It will absolutely fly by! I'm now 39 + 4 and no bubba yet! Wishing you all the best for the rest of your pregnancy xxx
Thank you for sharing. I love it, you’re so prepared! I wish I would’ve found this video sooner! I can definitely relate - I have a similar video. This journey is so exciting🤞🏽Congratulations to you and your family. Keep glowing. ✨ I’m here to support you. XO ❤️🌹
Doing research & stumbled upon your channel 🥰 It’s totally your choice lovely & The water wipes are fab I used those with baby #3 Cotton wool balls are a nightmare I used wool pads & water for the first day/couple of days as baby was sensitive and you never know what their skin will be like. I ziplock bagged everything too 😆 the hat is beautiful ❤️my hospital was really cold I didn’t expect it to be and we had to stay over night so always an extra blanket is a good idea 🥰 bless you you do you honey ❤️ your the mama and it’s your baby. it’s so hard people want to tell you everything what to do. & scare stories. Definitely lucozade and snacks because women are ravenous after giving birth. Drinking lots of water during labour is the best way to dilute your pee for after it was the best tip I was given ive give birth 3x and always torn (we have big babies) and I had NO STING when I had my first pee sorry tmi! Yes the cup 🙌🏼 thats so cute and necessary deffo a fab idea and make it hubby’s job to keep refilling it also helps keep you cool & calm and prevents the hormonal headaches after too. I have to do a video on birth tips I trained as a birthing doula years ago have gave birth 3x so I have so many tips that could help people . I just took asda 2pack nighties & wore leggings underneath in the day if I was cold. There was such a draft in our hospital. Feel free to message me privately if you need anything lovely ❤️ oh and a nail file! Labour can be quite hands on and when you brake a nail then have a tiny newborn to handle you don’t want to scratch or catch them. It was a life saver to me! Wishing you all the best beautiful. Buzz is one lucky boy ❤️
Super helpful video!! I’ve packed my bags but always feel like I have forgotten something :) I’m due 30th January too! Hoping little girl stays in for the next week with all the snow we have right now! Only thing we have in baby bag extra is a swaddle wrap just incase we stay in a few days and she is fussy! Though I know the hospital will wrap the little one in a blanket :) Don’t forget phone charger! I think I will feel more comfortable with pjs rather than a nightie so I’m taking loose pjs and a breast feeding vest.. then I can lift the top up whilst I’m feeding. Good luck!! :) x
Ahh no way! Congratulations 😍 Sounds like you've got it so under control and are ready to go! Good luck for when the time comes lovely :) Thank you so much for watching & for your tips xxxx
My baby girl made an appearance on the 20th.. a little ahead of schedule.. we ended up in hospital for 5 nights and some things I wish had taken were headphones and more snacks and drinks! The hospital shop made a fortune from me! Best of luck! Hope your little man makes a safe appearance soon xx
Fed is best, don’t stress yourself about it. Also bring a reusable shopping bag. You’ve packed pretty tightly and when you leave the hospital you will be too tired to pack back up that nicely. The bag will carry the stuff you can’t get back in the bags. Also I’m in the US and here the hospitals provide all diapers, wipes and receiving blankets, so packing for me was a little lighter. Congratulations, wishing you a quick and healthy birth of your baby boy!!!
You’re so right Juli, thank you for your lovely message. I’m just going to see how it goes but will be prepared with bottles etc in case! That is SUCH a good idea, I’m going to go and pop one in my bag right now thank you so much!!! Ah I don’t think our hospitals provide these things but I will be discussing my birthing plan etc from today with my midwife so hopefully she can advise :) Thank you so much again for watching & taking the time to leave a comment with such helpful advice! 💛
Don’t put pressure on yourself to breastfeed, it’s a hormonal thing some people can some can’t. I had my first baby on Christmas Day, and did want to breast feed but it didn’t work out that way, I now bottle feed and I feel so much better as ultimately fed is best! :) my hospital only allowed pre made formula, so deffo look for the made up ones with sterilised teats - I was in for 5 days and without my husband it made life a lot easier. I used aptimal, Tesco & Morrison’s definitely stock them as well as boots. I can send you a link via Instagram if you can’t find them in shops. I’m a first time mum like yourself, with a 9 day old so if you want any reassurance or any info regarding hospital then let me know I’m happy to share my experiences :)
Oh my goodness congratulations!! What an amazing gift 😍💛 That’s exactly my thought process, I’m just trying to take it as it comes! I’m sorry you didn’t get your first preference but there are definitely lots of pros to bottle fed too! I like the idea of being able to see how much bub is getting each feed etc 💛 Ah yes I’m definitely going to look in to the formula bottles with teats then thank you! Aw thank you so much & congratulations again, what an amazing time for you. Look after yourself lovely 💛💛💛💛
@@ShannanLorraine 100% the main advantage of bottle feeding is seeing how much little one has, as I found the midwives will want to know how much & how often! Little one will be here before you know it, & it is hands down the most amazing thing ever! 💙
Ooo im dew 3rd Feb so we pretty close. Its my 2nd baby but covid 🤪 and my hospital changed procedures simce i had my wee man. I got told to take food like tracker bars etc as other half wont be allowed in only 1 hour. But im mlu not a hospital hospital so maybe diffrent 🤷♀️ its exiting tho isnt it. We so close now. Annoying for getting little ones stuff here in Wales as shops closed open then closed again. Good luck 👍 💓
Oh wow really close! I think my due date by dates is 2nd Feb but they’ve dated it at 30th jan throughout from scans! So soon isn’t it! Oh wow, I’ve not been told that but will definitely find out - it’s been changing so much I’ve tried to not get too caught up on it! So exciting - I wish you all the best! Xxx
Breast feeding is your choice but yes it the best thing for your baby’s growth. But totally up to you. Your body will go back in shape faster, you’ll lose weight faster and your recovery after birth will help too. The most important will protect your baby for their first 2 year development which is really vital but you have to feed for 2 whole years if you want them to be protected from viral cold. But totally your body and your choice 😘😊
Hi, I appreciate you may be trying to help but I don’t think these kind of comments are helpful at all. Fed is best, you never know what someone is going through or how upsetting your comment could be to someone who desperately wanted to breast feed but was unable. Even if someone was able but has made the choice to bottle feed, there are pros and cons to both and that is entirely down to the mother what choice is best for them.
I’m due in a couple of months and wanted to know if the baby can wear a padded snow coat out of hospital or in car seat.I heard u mention him not wearing the cardigan.
Hiya, Congratulations!! I’m still very much learning myself but from what I’ve read/watched, it seems like snowsuits are fab for keeping them warm in prams etc but not in a car seat as I think it stops the safety harness from doing the job as well as it should. That’s just my understanding but hope it helps :) x
Hi Sarah, I don't 100% know but I've just had a quick google and a picture that looked very similar was called "Kate Spade New York Weekender Travel Bag Dawn Black Nylon LARGE DUFFLE" - hope this helps :) xx
I'm just curious. Does the UK hospital not provide diapers? Here in the US , you could literally bring nothing lol . I'm due with baby #4 in April! Cannot wait to pack our bags .
Hi! I’m not 100% sure to be honest! If you turned up without anything, I’m sure they would help you out but as our healthcare is free I think we are expected to take nappies & milk etc! I’m not entirely certain on that though. How exciting!! Congratulations 💛
Hello, in the UK I think you can get pads if you ask for them and they help out on breastfeeding if you have to stay in, but other than that you get absolutely nothing.
I'm 26 weeks with my first and discovering that as a mother you have to justify every decision to everyone. I honestly can't believe we have to justify why we will or won't breastfeed, will or won't use dummies etc, etc. Having a baby is hard enough without having to explain and justify your decisions.
Congratulations Eleanor! Enjoy the rest of your pregnancy, it'll go so quickly! Absolutely it can feel that way but just know that your decision is valid and you don't have to explain it to anyone! Good luck with everything xxx
New subscriber your so lovely thank you for the video please check my channel out I’m currently 36 weeks 4 days pregnant with my 2nd boy this video has helps me loads all the best hun xx
Anything I’ve forgotten? Please let me know!!
I forgot to mention my hospital notes, change for parking etc but I’ll deffo be bringing those!
Xxx
How weird, I’m due 30th January with a little boy too!😍💙 not sure if you’ve already had your little one yet but only thing I’d suggest is maybe to pack a bag with extra things for both you, baby and your partner and keeping it in the car so if you need to stay longer or anything your partner can literally just run to the car and grab it! Good luck mumma 💙
"if I sound out of breath.. it's because I am" haha I subbed right then 😂loved this!❤️
Hahaha 🤦🏼♀️ luckily that’s gone now bubba is here 🙈 thanks girl! Xxx
@@ShannanLorraine Congratulations to you and Olly! Aww💙Buzz is so tiny & beautiful xxx
ekkk so exciting that bags are all packed now!🥰
The sippy cup is the cutest! You’ll do amazing in labour and you’ll smash mummyhood! Buzz will be luckiest little boy evaaaa. xxxx
Almost! Need to sort out my toiletries still! Today’s job 🙈🤣
Thank you cutie, love you lots xxx
I have just started thinking about my hospital bag too. Due in April. Watched lots of videos and one thing I noticed was people say to take extra long phone leads! And flipflops for in the shower. xx
Ah how exciting!! Yess I completely forgot to mention both of those things but I’ll definitely be packing those! Thank you so much and congratulations! Xxx
When I had my daughter I was in at like ten pm had her at 23:50 out at 9:25 am next day
Wow!! That's amazing :) 💛
Shannan! You are a legend and an inspiration to me and I love your videos and seeing your journey! I can't wait to see the baby when its born 💗
Thank you so much Chloe! That’s so kind of you 🥺 hope you’re doing well xx
So exciting, he's almost here!!! Your hospital bags are super cute too xxx
Aaah I know I can’t believe it! Any day now! Thank you so much for watching angel xxxx
First video of yours I have seen, I'm due very soon, loving these kinds of videos. I absolutely love how completely open you are to every option! It's so lovely to see that you're just going with what ever works 🥰🥰🥰
Aw thank you so much Lorna, I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!
I think it's important to keep an open mind because pregnancy/parenthood seems so unpredictable and I'd only stress if I tried to stick to ONE method for everything and then it didn't work out you know?
Congratulations on your pregnancy and wishing you lots of luck for your birth 💛💛
That nappy bag is so cute
Thank you! I love it 🥰
Yeah I would say definitely not a white dressing gown . Maybe to graffic but blood hun . You wouldn't want to ruin it x
Hahha that’s kind of my thinking! Will have to look online as it doesn’t look like the shops will be reopening any tome soon! Xx
Aw girl sending you all the love and best wishes all goes well my mum never had a chance to prepare for me I was an early baby! 😂💖
Thank you so much sweetie! Aw bless her haha, such a lovely surprise though xx
I’m due in 5 weeks 😬 and feel so unprepared so thank you for this video! I’m watched all of your baby related content and found it so helpful. I’m defs going to be taking the disposable pants as well as the Boots maternity pads, I’m just really worried I’m going to be so underprepared when I get to hospital. We’ll see I guess 😅 x
Aww I felt the exact same as you when I had my first, had no problem what so ever other people breastfeeding but for myself I just wasn’t comparable, where pregnant with our 3rd and final baby now and for the first time after 2 other pregnancies I can’t wait to try breast feeding this time Around. Boots, Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Morrison’s all sell them bottle that come with the teats and the milk and they are so handy x
Ah amazing, congratulations!!
That's so exciting that you feel differently about BF for your third and are going to be trying that out! I hope it goes well for you. Thank you for your message and taking the time to watch my video - yes I've since found them in the supermarket, thank you so much!
Good luck with your pregnancy lovely xxx
Loved watching your video 🤗. I am full on addicted to hospital bag videos 😅
I'm 32 weeks and have an elective section booked for 39 weeks. It feels soooooo long away but know it will fly xx
aw thank you so much Angela!
Oh my goodness how exciting! It will absolutely fly by! I'm now 39 + 4 and no bubba yet!
Wishing you all the best for the rest of your pregnancy xxx
Thank you for sharing. I love it, you’re so prepared! I wish I would’ve found this video sooner! I can definitely relate - I have a similar video. This journey is so exciting🤞🏽Congratulations to you and your family. Keep glowing. ✨ I’m here to support you. XO ❤️🌹
Aw thank you so much lovely! I really appreciate it 🥰 sending you lots of love! Xx
Doing research & stumbled upon your channel 🥰
It’s totally your choice lovely & The water wipes are fab I used those with baby #3 Cotton wool balls are a nightmare I used wool pads & water for the first day/couple of days as baby was sensitive and you never know what their skin will be like. I ziplock bagged everything too 😆 the hat is beautiful ❤️my hospital was really cold I didn’t expect it to be and we had to stay over night so always an extra blanket is a good idea 🥰 bless you you do you honey ❤️ your the mama and it’s your baby. it’s so hard people want to tell you everything what to do. & scare stories. Definitely lucozade and snacks because women are ravenous after giving birth. Drinking lots of water during labour is the best way to dilute your pee for after it was the best tip I was given ive give birth 3x and always torn (we have big babies) and I had NO STING when I had my first pee sorry tmi! Yes the cup 🙌🏼 thats so cute and necessary deffo a fab idea and make it hubby’s job to keep refilling it also helps keep you cool & calm and prevents the hormonal headaches after too. I have to do a video on birth tips I trained as a birthing doula years ago have gave birth 3x so I have so many tips that could help people . I just took asda 2pack nighties & wore leggings underneath in the day if I was cold. There was such a draft in our hospital. Feel free to message me privately if you need anything lovely ❤️ oh and a nail file! Labour can be quite hands on and when you brake a nail then have a tiny newborn to handle you don’t want to scratch or catch them. It was a life saver to me! Wishing you all the best beautiful. Buzz is one lucky boy ❤️
Please report back on how you got on with alway descreet pants was thinking of doing the same but unsure how good they would be xx
Hiya lovely, they really worked for me xx
Super helpful video!! I’ve packed my bags but always feel like I have forgotten something :) I’m due 30th January too! Hoping little girl stays in for the next week with all the snow we have right now!
Only thing we have in baby bag extra is a swaddle wrap just incase we stay in a few days and she is fussy! Though I know the hospital will wrap the little one in a blanket :)
Don’t forget phone charger!
I think I will feel more comfortable with pjs rather than a nightie so I’m taking loose pjs and a breast feeding vest.. then I can lift the top up whilst I’m feeding.
Good luck!! :) x
Ahh no way! Congratulations 😍
Sounds like you've got it so under control and are ready to go! Good luck for when the time comes lovely :)
Thank you so much for watching & for your tips xxxx
My baby girl made an appearance on the 20th.. a little ahead of schedule.. we ended up in hospital for 5 nights and some things I wish had taken were headphones and more snacks and drinks! The hospital shop made a fortune from me! Best of luck! Hope your little man makes a safe appearance soon xx
Fed is best, don’t stress yourself about it. Also bring a reusable shopping bag. You’ve packed pretty tightly and when you leave the hospital you will be too tired to pack back up that nicely. The bag will carry the stuff you can’t get back in the bags. Also I’m in the US and here the hospitals provide all diapers, wipes and receiving blankets, so packing for me was a little lighter. Congratulations, wishing you a quick and healthy birth of your baby boy!!!
You’re so right Juli, thank you for your lovely message. I’m just going to see how it goes but will be prepared with bottles etc in case!
That is SUCH a good idea, I’m going to go and pop one in my bag right now thank you so much!!!
Ah I don’t think our hospitals provide these things but I will be discussing my birthing plan etc from today with my midwife so hopefully she can advise :)
Thank you so much again for watching & taking the time to leave a comment with such helpful advice! 💛
Don’t put pressure on yourself to breastfeed, it’s a hormonal thing some people can some can’t. I had my first baby on Christmas Day, and did want to breast feed but it didn’t work out that way, I now bottle feed and I feel so much better as ultimately fed is best! :) my hospital only allowed pre made formula, so deffo look for the made up ones with sterilised teats - I was in for 5 days and without my husband it made life a lot easier. I used aptimal, Tesco & Morrison’s definitely stock them as well as boots. I can send you a link via Instagram if you can’t find them in shops. I’m a first time mum like yourself, with a 9 day old so if you want any reassurance or any info regarding hospital then let me know I’m happy to share my experiences :)
Oh my goodness congratulations!! What an amazing gift 😍💛
That’s exactly my thought process, I’m just trying to take it as it comes!
I’m sorry you didn’t get your first preference but there are definitely lots of pros to bottle fed too! I like the idea of being able to see how much bub is getting each feed etc 💛
Ah yes I’m definitely going to look in to the formula bottles with teats then thank you!
Aw thank you so much & congratulations again, what an amazing time for you. Look after yourself lovely 💛💛💛💛
@@ShannanLorraine 100% the main advantage of bottle feeding is seeing how much little one has, as I found the midwives will want to know how much & how often!
Little one will be here before you know it, & it is hands down the most amazing thing ever! 💙
@@rebekahglover3045 😘 I hope you’re enjoying this lovely newborn bubble with your little one xxx
I’m in the same position! Packing stuff and feel like do I need this but oh well! Get a button down nighties from boohoo 😊
Oooh I never think of Boohoo! Will check that out now thank you!
Wish you all the best for your birth 😘💛
Ooo im dew 3rd Feb so we pretty close. Its my 2nd baby but covid 🤪 and my hospital changed procedures simce i had my wee man.
I got told to take food like tracker bars etc as other half wont be allowed in only 1 hour. But im mlu not a hospital hospital so maybe diffrent 🤷♀️ its exiting tho isnt it. We so close now. Annoying for getting little ones stuff here in Wales as shops closed open then closed again.
Good luck 👍 💓
Oh wow really close! I think my due date by dates is 2nd Feb but they’ve dated it at 30th jan throughout from scans! So soon isn’t it!
Oh wow, I’ve not been told that but will definitely find out - it’s been changing so much I’ve tried to not get too caught up on it!
So exciting - I wish you all the best! Xxx
Awwww Makes me miss my preggo days :) Congratz to you! New Subbie :)
Aw thank you so much! Can’t believe mine are almost over! X
We got our pre made bottles with teats from boots :)
Oooh ours didn’t have them but I’ll look online thank you! Xx
ShannanLorraine no worries. I’m still not sure if I want to breastfeed or not so prepared for both :)
@@felicityyoung2208 absolutely what I’m doing! We’ve got this 💪🏼💛
I got mine in local Asda! They're also in my Tescos! Hope that helps! Xx
@@alexisjones4872 thank you so much! Xx
One thing can u do just put the list of ur hospital bags in the description box by the way I enjoyed 😊 ur video
Ah thank you for your feedback & for watching :)
Breast feeding is your choice but yes it the best thing for your baby’s growth. But totally up to you. Your body will go back in shape faster, you’ll lose weight faster and your recovery after birth will help too. The most important will protect your baby for their first 2 year development which is really vital but you have to feed for 2 whole years if you want them to be protected from viral cold. But totally your body and your choice 😘😊
Hi,
I appreciate you may be trying to help but I don’t think these kind of comments are helpful at all.
Fed is best, you never know what someone is going through or how upsetting your comment could be to someone who desperately wanted to breast feed but was unable. Even if someone was able but has made the choice to bottle feed, there are pros and cons to both and that is entirely down to the mother what choice is best for them.
I’m due in a couple of months and wanted to know if the baby can wear a padded snow coat out of hospital or in car seat.I heard u mention him not wearing the cardigan.
Hiya,
Congratulations!! I’m still very much learning myself but from what I’ve read/watched, it seems like snowsuits are fab for keeping them warm in prams etc but not in a car seat as I think it stops the safety harness from doing the job as well as it should.
That’s just my understanding but hope it helps :) x
Do you know the name of your overnight bag I love it!
Hi Sarah,
I don't 100% know but I've just had a quick google and a picture that looked very similar was called "Kate Spade New York Weekender Travel Bag Dawn Black Nylon LARGE DUFFLE" - hope this helps :) xx
I'm just curious. Does the UK hospital not provide diapers? Here in the US , you could literally bring nothing lol .
I'm due with baby #4 in April! Cannot wait to pack our bags .
Hi! I’m not 100% sure to be honest! If you turned up without anything, I’m sure they would help you out but as our healthcare is free I think we are expected to take nappies & milk etc! I’m not entirely certain on that though.
How exciting!! Congratulations 💛
Hello, in the UK I think you can get pads if you ask for them and they help out on breastfeeding if you have to stay in, but other than that you get absolutely nothing.
Congratulations to you and your family you look absolutely stunning beautiful gorgeous what brand of diapers are you going to use
Thank you Matthew
We have bought a few different brands to try 😊
Hey how much did you get the changing bag from eBay please? X
Hiya,
It was around £25-£30 xx
@@ShannanLorraine wow that’s a really good find :) x
@@ShannanLorraine omg that’s really good iv not seen any that price. Due in 3 weeks and can’t find one I like 😂
Bottles are only sterile for 24 hours after they have been sterilised x
Ah that’s so helpful to know! Thank you 😘💛
I'm 26 weeks with my first and discovering that as a mother you have to justify every decision to everyone. I honestly can't believe we have to justify why we will or won't breastfeed, will or won't use dummies etc, etc.
Having a baby is hard enough without having to explain and justify your decisions.
Congratulations Eleanor! Enjoy the rest of your pregnancy, it'll go so quickly!
Absolutely it can feel that way but just know that your decision is valid and you don't have to explain it to anyone! Good luck with everything xxx
We have thr same due date. I'm tired of this huge belly and wishing it will come this coming week 🤦♀️
Aw do we! How exciting! Yeah the last couple of days my tummy has been quite sore- it feels so stretched! Hope you aren’t waiting too much longer😘💛
New subscriber your so lovely thank you for the video please check my channel out I’m currently 36 weeks 4 days pregnant with my 2nd boy this video has helps me loads all the best hun xx