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| Michelle | Posted: Aug 23, 2006 11:12:21 AM
We brought the clothes that we wanted the baby to have pictures made in and the what we wanted to bring him home in( these are usually done at different times). We also brought the car seat (of course) , a diaper bag, ID's, the nurses will pack some things for you, diapers, formula, etc. it will be totally overwhelming and you will probably be dazed and confused. pack your own diaper bag so you know where every thing is at, take it from me I am a nurse we just shove every thing in a big plastic bag!
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| Anonymous | Posted: Aug 22, 2006 11:09:24 PM
when our baby was born we took nothing to the hospital. we were on vacation when our BM went onto labor 1 month early so we quickly changed our driving route and got to the hospital in time to see the baby born and cut the cord. our BM also wanted a closed adoption, but at the last minute she invited us into the delivery room. we were hesitant, but thrilled. she also didnt want any contact with the baby so he was ours from the very beginning. the hospital staff was great and let us into the nursery any time we wanted. we stayed in a hotel across the street, where i think i slept for only about 4 hours because i just couldn't believe i had a baby across the street and wanted to be with him. we got wrist bands and full access. BM signed permission for us to take the baby at discharge. we left the hospital to buy a carseat then went back to get the baby. the hospital gave us a case of formula bottles and nipples, the throw away kind and a case of diapers! we left the hospital with our new baby and went straight to target to buy baby clothes, blankets, binkys - everything! so it turns out a baby can come even if you aren't prepared. I did have a bag packed at home that had the bare necessities - only a few t-shirts, blankets and diapers, because i didn't want to get a bunch of stuff and then have a BM change her mind and then feel bad everytime i saw the stuff. it turns out i didn't have anything to feel bad about. however it works out is how it is meant to be. good luck with the new baby.
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| Whitney | Posted: Aug 14, 2006 10:48:21 AM
I would talk with your representative from AA. Every situation is different. Ours was semi-open, but the birthmom and her best friend got ID bracelets so we had no alone time with the baby until she left the hospital with us. We did get to spend time with the baby and birthmom in ger room, and it was real nice. The hospital will most likely give you enough formula to last till you can buy some. We got the same diaper bag birthmoms get and it had formula and diapers. The birthmom said goodbye in private and a nurse brought our daughter to us. You should have the basic with you when you go - such as bottles, diapers, car seat, etc. We took pictures at the hospital with birthmom's consent. You may be required to show insurance cards if the baby is covered immediately. We worked with the staff so they did not give out any identifying information.
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| Candy | Posted: Aug 14, 2006 03:11:52 AM
Hello we have been matched to ADOPT and we had some questions, First, What all do we need to bring to the hospital? Second? Do we get to stay with the baby after birth or only see him/her at visits, how do they do that, The Birthmom seeks a Private Adoption and wants no contact so where are we at until the 48 hours to leave is. Will they give us formula while we are in the hospital for the baby. Nights come does the baby go to the nursery and we have to go to the hotel or what. Any help would be so appreicated.
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