As a doula, this is everything I think you need to pack in your hospital bag for birth!
Sections
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For mom
For baby
For your partner
For mom
Okay so you can't *pack* a birth class but you can pack all the knowledge you learn. This is the birth class I offer to my doula clients and when you sign up for Unmedicated Academy you get access to an online, self-paced birth class and access to me...
The Best Birth Class. Love Wyns Doula X Unmedicated Academy
I think this stuff might actually be magic. Hands down a must have
Frida Mom Witch Hazel Perineal Healing Foam
My clients love laboring in their own clothes, choose dark colors!!
Labor & Delivery Gowns
My fave nursing bras- especially the adjustable criss cross style
Kindred Bravely
I think these are the best to labor in and way better than the hospital sticky socks
Low Rise Grip Socks for Pilates & Yoga
A cute set of matching PJs for your hospital stay and a buy a few to have at home, too.
Pajama Sets for Women
Extra long so it works no matter where the pug is in your room!
Long Phone Charger
A better lip balm doesn't exist and hospitals are DRY! Get a few to throw in your bag for labor.
Lip Balm - Poppy & Pout
My favorite headbands for myself as a doula and for moms in labor
Women's Workout Headbands
I won't lie, I considered using this as my doula bag because I love it so much.
BÉIS 'The NEW Weekender' in Beige - Beige Travel Bag & Overnight ...
Love these over using depends
Boyshort Disposable Postpartum Underwear (8 Pack)
My fave hair ties
TELETIES
Vuori for going home outfit is elite IMO
Women's Joggers & Straight Leg Sweatpants with Pockets
Can be useful to have, just leave it in your car until when/if you need it in your postpartum room
Shop the Best Nursing Pillows Collection
Ask your doula if she has one, I personally pack this for my clients so they don't have to
AMACOOL Battery Operated Baby Stroller Fan
Love this for both labor and postpartum
Hatch Go Portable Sound Machine for Kids
Such a great thing to sip on in labor- is epidural friendly!
Bone Broth Packets
Another great labor snack
Chomps
Labor snack!
Organic Fruit Strip Variety Pack - 50ct
Great source of quick energy in labor
The Honey Jar Plain Honey Sticks
I recommend having your favorite water bottle, though the hospital will also provide one.
FreeSip® Water Bottle
Love these cards, I bring them to every birth
Mama Natural Pregnancy & Postpartum Cards
Again, ask your doula if they bring these. personally I do!
Vinkor Flameless Battery Operated Real Wax Candles
This makes for the best vibes! Ask your doula if she has one, I personally bring one to every birth.
Galaxy Night Light
A diffuser and a few favorite essential oils- again ask your doula if she has these
ASAKUKI Essential Oil Diffuser for Home, 500ML ...
My fave brand of essential oils- I like to diffuse the blend “peace & quiet” for moms in labor. Peppermint is also helpful to have on hand for nausea
Shop - Categories - Single Oils
Love both a birth comb and an acupressure ball for pain management
Birth Comb & Acupressure Massage Ball Set
I like these but remember that pain during nursing should be addressed with an IBCLC! It shouldn't hurt!
Silverette® Original Silver Nursing Cups
Can help you sleep in the hospital even with lights from the monitors/computers
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Sleep Masks
I love a TENS unit. This is another one I would ask your doula if she has already or even ask on your hospital tour if they have them available on the floor so you don't have to buy one!
TENS Unit for Labor - Lila
I use this with nearly every single one of my doula clients. It's a great refresh in labor or immediately postpartum before snapping a few first photos with your new baby.
Summer Fridays Jet Lag Skin Soothing Mist
For baby
I love lou lou + co knotted gowns and their top and bottom sets for baby
Lou Lou and Company Baby Blankets and Accessories
Again love me some lou lou. their swaddles are so soft and stretchy!
Swaddle Blankets - Lou Lou & Company
Much easier than an actual swaddle blanket- know that it may not fit a smaller newborn
Velcro Swaddle
Add one preemie outfit, all my babies haven't fit innewborn outfits and they'v been full term.
Preemie - Kyte Baby
For your announcement photo
Wood Name Signs & Baby Keepsakes
My favorite carseat!
Mesa® V3
For your partner
My husband's fave shorts- bring your partner a change of clothes
A blanket from home to sleep with- for you and your partner. (you can leave it in your car until you need it!)
Award-Winning Luxury Blankets
I think it's important that your partner also have their own snacks with them. Sometimes the cafeteria is closed, sometimes it's hard to sneak away but they're starving. So a few good snacks go a long way.
Shop All Protein Bars - RXBAR
Doesn't have to be alani but some sort of caffeinated beverage for your partner to have to keep them awake if you're in labor overnight in case crappy hospital coffee isn't gonna do it for them.
