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Hospital & Postpartum Essentials for Mom
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items Everything you need to help you get through delivery and postpartum intact!
The OG! Truly is way better than the one the hospital gives you. Hot tip - don't try to sterilize in boiling water, the dishwasher or a sterilizer! It definitely melts! I used alcohol to wipe mine down.
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle
Thank me later for anything cooling! And I really do think products with witch hazel help with healing.
Frida Mom Perineal Witch Hazel Healing Foam - Cooling
You may want to ask if your hospital has ice pads - some do and some don't. Even if your hospital does, I would probably still take a couple of these in case theirs are terrible! Personally not a fan of the reusable ones because they don’t stay cold ...
Frida Mom Instant Ice Maxi Pad
I thought this was dumb...until I didn't! I will say if you wear for actual delivery, you may want to plan on trashing. At least bring a trash bag to take it home in!
Frida Mom Delivery and Nursing Gown
You will need and want shower shoes in the hospital. The cheaper the better - you can just toss them when you're done.
Women's Flip Flop Shower Shoes - Buy Cheap and Toss!
Note - the nozzle does let you spray upside down! It is cooling and leaves you feeling fresh. I think this is so much more practical after the first few days - you can only walk around with tucks pads in your undies for so long.
Earth Mama Herbal Perineal Spray for Postpartum Relief
Go ahead and get the bigger box. Don't miss a dose whatever you do! The packets are nice to have postpartum so you're not fumbling around measuring - I spill everytime. If you've never used Miralax before, it really is tasteless and truly dissolves s...
Miralax Mix-In-Pax Gentle Constipation Relief Laxative Powder
These really are absorbant but I also like that they have really clean ingredients. There's already enough going on down there, the last thing I need is some fragrance or dye causing more irritation.
Rael Organic Disposable Period Underwear
Ask your hospital before buying - some will give you this while you're there and often an extra to take home.
Dermoplast Pain Relief Spray
Put these on top of your pad - the cooling is great for your lady bits and you'll probably need them for hemorrhoids too (if you didn't already experience their joy during pregnancy!).
Tucks Medicated Hemorrhoidal Pads - 100ct
When there is already so much going on, using natural ingredients just makes me feel better. I'm scrunchy, not crunchy, but I do feel like there's a lot going on down there so the less "chemicals" the better.
HemCalm by Boiron Homeopathic Medicine For Hemorrhoid Relief
Someone recommended putting this on top of your pad and it was a great tip. Cheaper than some of the alternatives and you can always use what you have leftover!
Clear Aloe Vera Gel - 16oz
After the diapers! I didn't necessarily need the overnight absorption at that point but I did find I needed the length of an overnight pad.
L. Organic Cotton Top Layer Maxi Extra Long Pads - Overnight Absorbency
Tops with buttons are great for nursing both in the hospital and at home! I would do dark colors for the first few weeks and definitely for the hospital!
Women's Cloud Knit Short Sleeve Top and Cropped Pants Pajama Set - Auden™ Modal Spandex Blend
I'm normally not a robe person but it is nice to have in the hospital and postpartum, especially if when going to be living in PJs!
Lake Pajamas Pima Robe
With the fluctuations in hormones after delivery, you can be HOT so sleeveless can be great. I wouldn't do sleeveless in the hospital though. The maternity will serve you through the postpartum period and be great for nursing with the buttons.
Lake Pajamas Pima Maternity Night Gown
Nightgown for the win in the hospital! Easier access to the lady bits! I suggest doing short sleeves and then add a robe.
Lake Pajamas Pima Maternity Nightgown
I'm personally a big fan of sleeping in pants so these are my favorites. They're maternity but also great for postpartum and the buttons are key for breast feeding. I actually had a pair of these long before pregnancy (long story) and really enjoyed ...
Lake Pajamas Pima Maternity Set
The only postpartum underwear I've seen in black!
Depend Silhouette Postpartum Underwear - Maximum Absorbency - Black
No c-section for me so I haven't tried but I've heard nothing but great things!
Frida Mom C-Section Silicone Scar Patches
I feel like people are either obsessed with this or think its dumb! If you have room in your bathroom, I highly recommend having one of these stocked with all of your postpartum items. Also good for keeping baby things next to the bed for middle of t...
3 Tier Metal Utility Cart White - Brightroom™: Rolling Storage
The electrolytes are great but flavors also make it so much easier to get water down!
LMNT Zero-Sugar Electrolytes Sports Drink - Variety Pack - 10ct
One of the only prenatal vitamins that is USP (independent 3rd party) certified. Never made me sick! Important to keep taking after birth, especially if you’re breast feeding!
Nature Made Prenatal Multivitamin Folic Acid + DHA Softgels
First to admit- I do not do well with excessive crying. These help take the edge off and prevent me from loosing it. Sometimes you just have to step away and that is a ok! Put your baby in a safe space and take a breather- they will be okay even if t...
Loop Engage 2 Plus Ear Plugs | Filter Noise Without Muting
Truly leak proof! Enough said! Recommend including in your hospital bag!
BruMate Era 30oz Tumbler - Truly Leak Proof!
#1 fear after giving birth? The first #2. Obviously you won't have this in the hospital but having it at home those first few weeks is super helpful. It does not take the place of the stool softeners though!!!!! I will die on that hill!
Squatty Potty - Slim Ghost Acrylic
Great to take to the hospital for all of the paperwork they will give you!
Expanding Accordion File Organizer for Hospital
If you're able to pull your hair back - even the tiniest bit - you're going to want to during labor!! HOT!! I like this clip because you can lie flat with it without it digging into your head or giving you a headache. I suggest multiple because you w...
TELETIES Medium Round Flat Hair Clips
I can't survive in a hospital without a sleep mask. The gentle pressure of this one helps me relax and fall asleep faster and we all know...every minute counts!
Nodpod Gentle Pressure Sleep Mask
I think a long charger is at the top of everyone's hospital bag list! Take 2 so your birthing partner has one as well. These will also come in handy postpartum if you're in a rocking chair, etc.
10' Type C-to-C 20W Chargers 2 Pack
Yes, it's great to be organized but the real reason these are great is so when you need something, your birthing partner can find it in your hospital bag!!! Good size and cheap so just toss them if they get gross!!!
Hospital Bag Organization for Labor and Delivery
If you know you're having a c-section, put this on your registry. If you end up having one that wasn't planned - have your birthing partner order this ASAP so it is waiting for you when you get home from the hospital.
Grabber Reacher Tool - 32” Foldable Gripper
Labor = HOT! Add to your hospital bag!
Mini Portable Stroller Fan
Someone suggested this for the hospital and I think its genius. Great for back labor, post birth cramping, probably even contractions. Most hospitals do not provide.
Electric Heating Pad
Most hospitals do provide peanut balls these days but if yours doesn't and you want to be able to change positions to help labor progress, I highly suggest one of these. They do have uses other than childbirth and can be great for recovery exercises ...
Peanut Ball - Exercise Ball for Labor
I've heard the gas pains post c-section can be worse than the pain from the actual c-section! If it were me, I'd toss some of these in my hospital bag to avoid paying the ungodly price they'll charge you for a couple of these! Hint - most hospitals d...
Gas-X Extra Strength Chewable Tablets
Depending on how much you'll be in the car those first few weeks, this may or may not be necessary. If you know you're having a c-section and you have a longer ride home from the hospital, I would definitely add this to your registry. You can also us...
C-Section Seatbelt Pillow w/ Pocket