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Hospital Bag Checklist

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I think I repacked my hospital bag 3 different times! Here are some things that I packed!
 
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If you love to checklists as much as I do this is for you!
Free Printable Hospital Bag Checklist
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This is a must!! These were so handy at the hospital and they still handy to have at home!
2Pack 10Ft iPhone Charger Cable Lightning
 
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I would definitely recommend bringing baby’s keepsake book to the hospital so you can have the nurses put their footprints in it at the same time that they do them for the birth certificate!
Lucy Darling Baby Memory Book - Little Rainbow
 
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I lived in a robe the first few days of postpartum! It’s perfect for when you are trying to establish breastfeeding.
Kindred Bravely Emmaline Maternity Robe
 
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter 2oz
 
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For announcement pictures!
OWLOWLA Newborn Swaddle Blanket & Hat Set
 
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I used these to get up and walk around and I also showered with them on!
FUNKYMONKEY Women's Double Buckle Slides
 
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This isn’t a necessity because the hospital will supply you with one but the angled ones work way better. So it would hurt to throw in your bag if you have room!
Cynpel Peri Bottle - Postpartum Care Bidet
 
Lataly Women's Nursing Bra Pack of 5
 
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I didn’t deliver my babies in this but I wore it the first few days postpartum. It is so soft and stretchy and easily accessible for breastfeeding!
Ekouaer Maternity Nursing Nightgown S-XXL
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The hospital should supply you with some but it doesn’t hurt to pack one or two. I ended up using the ones that I packed along with the hospitals.
Frida Mom 2-in-1 Postpartum Ice Maxi Pads
 
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Comfortable going home clothes are a must!
Kindred Bravely Maternity Joggers & Lounge Pants
 
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These are so soothing after delivery!
TUCKS Medicated Cooling Pads, 100 Count
 
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A going home outfit for baby! I love these footed pajamas because they are on the thicker side to keep babes warm but they are still super soft.
Aablexema Baby Footed Pajamas with Mittens
 
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This was the perfect size to fit mine and my husbands necessities in it. I put baby’s stuff in the diaper bag!
Jadyn Weekender, One Size
 
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I packed one or two pairs of these but I just ended up wearing diapers or using the hospitals mesh undies the first few days until my bleeding slowed down.
LALESTE Womens Seamless Boyshorts 5-Pack
 
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I wore these for the first few days postpartum and then switched to underwear and pads. I am usually a medium in clothes but wore a large in these. So I would definitely recommend sizing up!
Always Discreet Adult Postpartum Incontinence Underwear for Women - Maximum Protection - S/M - 19ct
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This stuff is so soothing! My hospital supplied this but I know every hospital is different.
Dermoplast Pain & Itch Relief Spray, 2.75 Oz
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Thea stay dry all day. I personally prefer them over reusable ones!
Lansinoh Stay Dry Nursing Pads, 100 Count
 
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It’s definitely nice to have when trying to get baby to latch!
Boppy Original Nursing Pillow, Gray Taupe Leaves
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To replenish those electrolytes after the marathon!
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Vegan Powder Electrolyte Supplements - Lemon Lime - 0.56oz each/10ct