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hospital must-haves for first time mamas✨🩷
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items If you’re stressed about packing that hospital bag, don’t fret! These are some of the top products you’ll want to include for your special day, including suggestions for both mom and baby.
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YOU MATTER TOO, MAMA!🫶🏼
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Get yourself at least one pair of comfy pj’s! Remember to invest in yourself during this process, too. I love this pair from Target; there’s a couple different colors to choose from, and they also have a long sleeve version if that’s more your style...
Women's Cloud Knit Short Sleeve Notch Collar Top and Shorts Pajama Set - Auden™ Black M: Modal-Spandex Blend, Elastic Waistband
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Another great option: nightgowns! I bought this one from Amazon in purple and it was amazing to wear the day after delivery. I wanted something that would be easy to pull up/down when using the restroom (trust me on this)!
Ekouaer Women's Short Sleeve Button Nightgown
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Hospital visits are bound to be uncomfortable, and it won’t take long before you’re missing your soft bed at home. Bring your fav blanket to make your stay a little more enjoyable!
Bedsure Brick Dust Fleece Throw Blanket 50x60
labor/delivery items for baby:
Your hospital should supply you with basic necessities like diapers, wipes, ect., but these are some other products I think are worth bringing!
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I HIGHLY recommend bringing a boppy pillow, especially if you’re planning to breastfeed. I loved having the extra support while I was figuring things out for the first time!
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This is a great product to catch any letdown if you’re breastfeeding. The Hakka gave me such peace of mind during those first few days in the hospital when I was paranoid about how much milk my son was actually getting since my supply was slow to com...
Haakaa Generation 2 Silicone Breast Pump with Suction Base 5 oz 1pk
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I don’t know why, but this sound machine made my hospital room feel less scary at night (I was so anxious and barely slept.. just first time mom things🤪). I loved that I didn’t have to have it plugged into an outlet; just charge it and you’re good t...
Hatch Rest Go - Nap trapped no more
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Believe me when I say, you’re going to want something to prevent your little one from scratching themselves! My baby had the SHARPEST nails when he was born and I was so relieved to have something that would protect him until I had the energy to clip...
Goumi Stay On Baby Mitts - Sandstone 0-3M
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The hospital will provide swaddles for you, but I brought a few of my own. These ones from Amazon are some of my all-time favs!
Konssy 3 Pack Muslin Swaddle Blankets 47x47