Packing your hospital bag doesn’t have to be stressful. I put together the must-haves I truly used as a 2nd-time mama and a few things the hospital won’t give you. Hope this helps make your bag a little lighter!
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SAVE 💵 on some of my favs: ▪️Postpartum band: @momcozy (code: CAITCODE) ▪️Swaddles & blankets: @helloduchess_shop ▪️Nursing bra: @thelittlemilkbar_ (code: TLMBCAT10) Or @momcozy (code: CaitBRA30)
Hospital bag essentials as a 2nd time mom
I created a whole Hospital Essential Bag Checklist just for you! I’ve also linked the products to make it easier for you.
Ultimate Hospital Bag Checklist for Mom and Baby
Postpartum
Swear by this entire kit! I used everything in it. Perfect for your postpartum healing.
Labor and Delivery + Postpartum Recovery Kit – Frida | The fuss stops here.
Been wearing mine nonstop! It helps with all the back pain and it's super comfortable I forget it's on. SAVE with code: CaitBRA30
Postpartum Belly Band
Living in these nursing bras/tops!! Also super comfortable to sleep in. Save with code: TLMBCAT10
Allie Bra
Love these especially for pump wearing and support! They have a variety that can fit wire and wireless pumps! Save with code: CaitBRA30
Nursing Bras | Pumping & Breastfeeding Bras
Literally SAVED my cracked nipples in my early stages of breast feeding!!
Silver Nursing Cups
Have multiple of these laying around my house and in my different bags. Must for cracked nipples
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream 100% Natural
These are so good to catch leaks and save your clothes from milk stains!
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads
I slap this on my pimples and I don’t know how but they’re always gone in the morning!
Mighty Patch™ Original patch from Hero Cosmetics
I take this EVERYWHERE I go. Best lip balm ever.
Aquaphor Lip Balm
A cozy, comfortable button up set is a must for postpartum in the hospital. I love these for breastfeeding too.
Women's Cozy Ribbed Notch Collar Long Sleeve Shirt and Pants Pajama Set
Newborn
My FAV swaddle blanket brand. They have the cutest patterns for every occasion and personality!!😭
Hello Duchess Swaddle Blanket
A must-have for parents on the go. It helps soothe your baby and helps with nap time on the go!! The battery life is crazy too.
Hatch Go Portable Sound Machine for Kids
Great swaddle hack!! If your baby always comes undone or likes to be double swaddled this one is perfect for you. Our 1st baby loved it and our 2nd one seems to love it too.
100% Cotton Newborn Wrap Sack
This is great for quick and painless nail trims. I know how difficult it gets trying to trim baby nails with a clipper..so this saved me!
