[Tax-chick]

panicking because she doesn't have her hospital bag packed yet, and the crib is still in the box

Packing the hospital bag is important. Take good, thick socks.

She probably won't want the crib right away, when she sees how tiny the baby is. A small drawer is more secure, and you can just put a folded towel in the bottom.

[fanfan]

Good thick socks...I had forgotton how cold my feet were at the hospital. (It’s been 21 years since my last baby.) Thanks!

It’s her first child. I don’t think I could convince her that a drawer is better than a crib, LOL!

Any other recommendations for her hospital bag?

So far I have:

A big blanket
Extra-warm socks
Laxative
Skin lotion
Soap, tooth paste, and brush
Shampoo
Slippers
Dressing gown
Drinks and snacks to keep in the “patient” fridge (if they still have that these days.)