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Hospital Bag Essentials for Mom and Baby
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items I’ve given birth 3 times and these are all of the items that I found most helpful or necessary to bring with me each time. I’ve included pillows, blankets, phone chargers, slippers, candy and more!
Having your own pillows and blankets at the hospital are a MUST! It gives you some of your comforts from your own home.
Bed Pillows - Target
This is the blanket that I brought with me to the hospital. It’s super soft and slightly weighted. It’s my favorite blanket I own!
Bedsure Faux Fur Twin Blanket - Grey Ombre
I loved having my own bath towels. The hospital towels just don’t cut it. They’re small and scratchy.
Bath Towels - Target
You’ll want an extra long phone charger, just in case the outlets aren’t close by.
Long Phone Charger
Don’t forget to bring your hair brush and your other toiletry items. This one is my favorite, if you’re looking for a good hairbrush!
HALOVIDA Electroplated Hollow Round Bristle Brush - Anti-Static ...
If you’re having a natural delivery, you can bring some sugar free candies to suck on. It will be that and ice chips until your little one arrives!
Sugar-free Candy
Hospital rooms can get really dry. Make sure you bring your favorite chapstick.
Skincare Products for Lips | ChapStick – Chapstick SBC
You’ll want a super comfortable going home outfit for yourself. You’re going to be swollen, sore and your stomach is still going to look like you’re pregnant. Get something a size larger than your normal size.
Going Home Outfit For Mom After Birth
The hospital will give you socks with grips, but if you prefer to bring your own, you absolutely can!
Womens Socks With Grippers
Make sure you bring a blow dryer or any styling tools. Some hospitals have them, but I like to use my own. I have super thick hair and only certain kinds dry my hair properly.
Salon One-Step™ Hair Dryer and Volumizer - REVLON Hair Tools
I brought a bathrobe with me every time. I included a hospital robe suggestion in the postpartum essentials list as well.
Women's Luxury Robes and Slippers | Barefoot Dreams® Official Site
I brought my makeup bag with me, because I wanted to feel a little bit more like myself while I was in the hospital. I had 3 csections, so I was always in the hospital for 3 days each time.
Makeup Case With Mirror
I included this is the postpartum recommendations list also. Grab yourself a cheap pair to throw in your hospital bag. There’s a good chance you are throwing them away when you are done.
Women's Slippers
Make sure to bring your own shampoo, conditioner and body wash. After sitting in the hospital bed, laboring or after surgery, you’re going to feel gross and want to freshen up. I always liked to have as many comforts from home as possible.
Travel Kits - Convenience Kits International, Ltd
Make sure you throw your birth plan and all of your important documents in your hospital bag. A birth plan is optional, but you’ll need your driver’s license and insurance information. Pack them ahead of time, so that you don’t forget them.
Sample Birth Plan Template - ACOG
Make sure you have a going home outfit for your little one. I always brought two with me in two different sizes, depending on the size of your baby. You never truly know how big, or small your little one will be. I always brought one newborn outfit a...
Baby and Newborn Coming Home Outfits | Carter's
This is a recommendation on what NOT to bring. The hospital will provide you with diapers, wipes, a&d ointment, formula, etc. They give you all of the essentials. You can even ask for pacifiers as well. Also, clear out all of the drawers and take...
Baby Diapers, Wipes & Training Pants - Costco Wholesale
If it’s your first baby, there’s a good chance you’ll be in labor for a while. Make sure you bring something to pass the time. A good book is a great way to pass the time!
Colleen Hoover
My Vera Bradley duffel is my go to travel bag. The large duffel fits everything I need for a 2-3 night stay.
Women's Duffel Bags | Carry-On & Travel Bags - Vera Bradley
If you want to take hospital pictures, these baby name swaddles and hats are super popular.
Personalized Blankets - Sugar House Baby
Don’t forget to bring a travel toothbrush, toothpaste, floss & case.
Travel Toothbrush Kit