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There is a baby boom among my friends. Does anyone have suggestions for the best baby gifts and new mother gifts to give them?

I'm having my first child (7 months pregnant now) and here's what I'd love to get: A bag with "extras" to bring to the hospital. There are some really expensive ones out there, but here's a list of things I've pulled from articles, etc:

Hospital Bag

For the Birth Experience
1. Ponytail Holders
2. PREGGIE DROPS® (Walgreens)
3. massage gel
4. atomizer
5. lip balm
6. Lotion
7. Socks
8. Headband
9. Camera
10. Journal & Pen
11. Paperwork Folder

For Mom's Hospital Stay
1. nightgown and robe set
2. Deodorant
3. Nursing Nightgown
4. Slippers
5. Baby News Call List
6. Post Pregnancy Handbook
7. going home outfit
8. Toothbrush, toothpaste & MOUTHWASH
9. Hairbrush and mirror
10. Shampoo & Conditioner
11. Shower Gel
12. Makeup Remover Pads
For Dad's Stay*
1. change of clothes
2. Socks
3. Toothbrush, toothpaste & mouthwash
4. Deodorant
5. Shaving crème
6. Razor
7. Comb
8. Soap
For Baby
1. Baby Going Home Outfit
2. Baby Hat
3. Swaddling Blanket
For Breastfeeding
1. Nursing Bra
2. Breast Gels
3. Nipple Cream
4. Breastpads