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Hospital bag essential (mom edition)
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items As a new mom I was so confused as to what I needed to pack and definitely overpacked. The items on this list are the ones I found most useful and will definitely be putting in my hospital bag next time.
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Toiletries
An absolute must! These were so comfortable and help with keeping postpartum pads in place!
Boyshort Disposable Postpartum Underwear (8 Pack) - Frida
This was incredibly helpful at relieving pain and also I'd say it helped me healing if you have stitches!
Spritz for Bits Perineal Spray - My Expert Midwife
This was a lifesaver for me! The gas and air gave me a really dry mouth and this was so handy to drink from
40 Oz Tumbler
This was the main thing I wanted for Labour and birth. I had heard that hospitals can be really warm and also that you can get hot giving birth. My fan didn't leave my hand and i think it helped to keep me calm as I wasn't hot and stressed
Handheld Fan
I found changing into some fresh and comfortable pyjamas after giving birth and shower made me feel 10x better.
Women's Pajamas - Cozy Earth
I had headphones for hospital as I was induced. This meant I could watch movies without disturbing anyone
All Headphones and earphones - Currys
I brought my own pillow just for some comfort while I was in hospital.
Pillows - IKEA
There were essential for after birth as you do tend to bleed a lot. The boots ones were highly recommended to me
Boots Maternity Towels 10s
A comfy pair of slippers were ideal for walking around the ward. The floors are laminate so they aren't the most comfortable to walk on
Tesco Ladies Slippers - DealDoodle
The peri bottle was a god send for after birth! Simply fill with warm water and use as you go to the toilet! Relives some of the pain for you!
Upside Down Peri Bottle – Frida | The fuss stops here.
Regardless if you breastfeed or not you will need to use breast pads as you will find that milk will still leak for a few days after.
Boots Disposable Breast Pads 40s
A long phone charger is a great idea as the plugs are usually behind your bed so you can stay comfortable in bed without not having to be bored
Phone Charger Extra Long.co.uk
I found my lips became quite dry. Between a mixture of the wards being warm and being dehydrated from the gas, my lips dried out very fast which wasn't ideal when i was already uncomfortable
The Lip Therapy® Collection - Vaseline
I bought a good quality flannel with me. Obviously I used it to wash my face and freshen up but I also used it on my head during labour to cool me down as you do get very warm
Organic Cotton Flannel
Having your hair tied back with a bobble definitely helps more then you think! There is nothing worse than having hair all over you when you're trying to get through contractions or have a baby!
hair bands & ties - Boots
These are also a great addition to the hospital bag! It saves you messing around straight after birth trying to put pads on. You can just slip these on and carry on. They're so comfortable and not at all obvious
Underwear | Always Discreet