I'm like you...going to pack early. I have a C section scheduled for March 1, and plan to pack at least 2 weeks beforehand. I made a list already, just in case.
Hospital Bag
Going home outfit for mom/same as coming outfit? Yoga pants and long t shirt
robe that is breastfeeding friendly
flip flops for going home, walking the halls, and the shower
prenatal, fish oil, and probiotics
baby car seat
Baby going home outfit, hat, socks, mittens, sorta warm!
Some baby outfits for hospital? For pictures
pacifier
baby blanket for going home
ziplock to stuff paperwork and collectibles
check-in paperwork, identification, insurance card, pay flex card
journal and pen
nursing pads
toothbrush, toothpaste, floss
socks
DVD player, movies
granny underwear
nursing bras
camera, memory stick, extra charger
baby book, archival pen
breastfriend nursing pillow
shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, facewash
make-up?
hairbands
lotion
chapstick
deodorant
comb
mp3 player
reading material or other time wasters like cross word puzzles, deck of cards,
Stuff for hubby to eat, toothbrush, wallet etc