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DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS

We provide an on-call physician for 24 hour coverage for deliveries and other emergencies.

If your water breaks or you start having regular contractions, please call the office or the answering service and let us know.

WHEN TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL

If your water breaks, please go to Mary Immaculate Hospital, after you have notified the office or answering service.

If you are having contractions that are 3-5 minutes apart, please call the office or answering service.

WHAT TO BRING TO THE HOSPITAL

Because your baby will decide on his or her own birthday, it is a good idea to have your suitcase packed four weeks in advance of your due date.

For Mom:

Personal Identification
Insurance Card and Prescription Card
CD Player and Music CDs
Focal point, if desired
Watch with a second hand to time the contraction
Lip balm for during labor and delivery
One pair of slippers
2-3 pair of socks (one old pair for delivery-they may be ruined)
Your favorite pillow
2-3 Nursing bras (regular bras if you do not plan to breastfeed)
2-3 pairs of underwear (not expensive lingerie; you will be bleeding after delivery)
Toiletries (shampoo, comb, toothbrush, and toothpaste)
Skin and facial moisturizer
Change of clothes to wear home (maternity clothing)
Calling card (most hospitals do not allow cell phones)

For Baby:

Infant car seat. Set up your car seat in the car (it is mandatory for Virginia State Law and will be required for your baby’s ride home from the hospital). You should have the car seat installation inspected by your local fire department prior to putting your baby in the seat.
Two receiving blankets.
Clothes to wear home-T-shirt, “onesy”, hat, booties, and sleeper
Heavy blanket (if delivering in cold weather).
An outfit for newborn pictures.

For Support Person