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First Time Mama - Hospital Bag Essentials
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Brittany Brake
When I had my first child - I had NO clue what to pack and bring to the hospital. Turns out I didn't need the suitcase full of stuff I ended up bringing with me.. Heres a list of the essentials I would include when packing your hospital bags!! & ...
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You can thank me for this one later!
Perineal Medicated Witch Hazel Cooling Pad Liners
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I love how these fit - they are so comfortable!!
HOFISH Maternity Nursing Bras for Breastfeeding
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Pack comfy clothes for leaving the hospital - you won't want to be wearing anything too tight or form fitted in the first few days
AUTOMET Womens 2 Piece Outfits Lounge Hoodie Sweatsuit
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You are gonna want to make sure you bring lip balm with you - it can be so dry in the hospital!
Burt's Bees Moisturizing Lip Balm for Dry Chapped Lips
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I'm a yeti girl over stanley anyday. Bring your own water bottle to the hospital!! Trust me, you will be so dehydrated and it's nice to have your own bottle to fill up!
Block - YETI
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I personally loved wearing my robe in the hospital - it kept me warm and cozy and also kept it easy for nursing!
NY Threads Women Fleece Hooded Bathrobe - Plush Long Robe
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Ok i'm totally that girl who brings my pillow to every hotel and every sleepover I've ever been at.. BUT I really recommend bringing your own pillow to the hospital to give yourself some much needed comfort!!
Fityou Cervical Pillow for Neck Pain Relief
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You'll be happy you packed these in your bag - trust lol
Kitsch Hair Ties for Women, 8pc (Brunette)
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This is my all time fav diaper bag! Soooo convenient for out on the go!
Diaper Bag Backpack,Baby Diaper Bags...
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2 way zippers... trust me on this one friends !!
White/Grey 2-Pack 2-Way Zip Cotton Blend Sleeper Pyjamas | Carter’s Oshkosh Canada
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Some hospitals will provide you with diapers but it's always nice to have a few of your own just incase!!
Pampers Diapers Newborn/Size 0, 136 Count
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A blanket to wrap the little bean up in!!
Pink Rainbow PurelySoft Blanket | Carter’s Oshkosh Canada
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Again, some hospitals may provide these but I always brought a pack of baby wipes with me - it was great for the baby and nice for me to freshen up as well!!
Pampers Baby Wipes Sensitive, 1008 Count
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Nobody told me when you have babies that they come out with razor blades for nails.. These mittens will keep their little face/eyes protected!!
Pink/White 3-Pack Mittens | Carter’s Oshkosh Canada
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These burp cloths really come in handy - I would pack a minimum of 2!
Pink 4-Pack Receiving Blankets | Carter’s Oshkosh Canada
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It's cold out here mama.. This hat will help me adjust to the temp and keep me cozy!
Pink 2-Pack Caps | Carter’s Oshkosh Canada
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My all time fav smell.. This is perfect for babies first bath!
Johnson's Baby wash and shampoo for baths...
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