"Make sure you have your bags packed, your choice of birth, where you would like to give birth, a Lamaze ball, and how you plan to get to the clinic. Pack everything you and the baby will need like bottles, diapers, breast pump, pillows, what she likes to shower with, things to entertain herself, change of clothes, and baby clothes for the day you get discharged."
Dr. Marie - Maternity Owls
"When the first signs of labor set in, relax and do the following while you wait to arrive at the hospital: At the beginning of each contraction, take a deep breath and exhale slowly. Get your partner to massage your shoulders, neck, back and feet. Take a warm shower or bath. Pack comfortable clothing, nursing bra, toiletries, and last, but not least, the best & comfortable house shoes (slippers) you can find."
"You can never be too prepared. Especially if you're a first time parent. Remember to be as calm as you can and breathe. Make sure the mommy bag and hospital bag are both packed about a month ahead just in case you go into labor early. Pack a gown and slippers for you, baby's go home outfit and a CD player or mp3 player or your phone with headphones and your favorite music (to calm and relax)"
Dr. Hawks - Loving Smiles Maternity N Pediatrics
Dr. Chanii - Peaceful Health Care
"Stay positive, take yoga classes to learn to focus and find your strength, BE PREPARED with yours and the baby's bag ready, walk as much as possible, relax your mind and body to think more clearly, and last, but not least, take warm baths to help ease the pain of labor. Pack pads, all toiletries, slippers, comfortable clothes, phone charger, nursing bra/pads, lip balm, Lanolin and anything to make you feel comfortable while away from home a few days. "
Dr. Ashlee Melanin - Bundle of Joy Maternity