Hi Loves! Here is a list of essentials that I’m packing in my hospital bag!
I am packing mine and the baby’s things in a small carry on luggage, and my husband’s things, camera equipment, and snacks in a duffle bag!
*links below are Amazon affiliate links*
My Hospital Bag Checklist:
- Slip-on sandals: https://amzn.to/3WNY1AN (something easy to slide on and wear around the hospital that are also easy to clean!)
- Pillows
- Hair Ties
- Baby Wipes: https://amzn.to/42lomHQ
- Deodorant: https://amzn.to/3oJqISW (this is my favorite!)
- Lip Balm: https://amzn.to/42kYxaH
- Extra Long Phone Charger: https://amzn.to/3qoON1R
- AirPods: https://amzn.to/45HSBvp
- Laptop & Charger
- Camera Gear
- 2 Sets of Pajamas: I’m bringing sleep dresses like this one https://amzn.to/3C8Qi79
- Robe: https://amzn.to/42gHbM8
- Nursing Bra: https://amzn.to/3MR72EC
- Nursing Pillow: https://amzn.to/3Nd7mik
- Nipple Cream: https://amzn.to/3C7cwX7
- Silver Nipple Covers: https://amzn.to/3MWjDXs
- Toiletries
- Makeup
- Postpartum Diapers: https://amzn.to/45OFXdV
- Going Home Outfit: https://amzn.to/45NepFK
- Car Seat: https://amzn.to/43FhfL9
- Pacifiers: https://amzn.to/3qu4IMd
- Swaddle Blanket for Photos: https://amzn.to/3IUBPPK
- Photo Props: https://bit.ly/3OPeLpu
- Zip Up Sleeper: https://amzn.to/3OUdu0h
*Not bringing these because they are provided by the hospital: hospital gown, towel, breast pump, medications, tucks pads, perineal pain spray, pads, mesh underwear*
Husband:
- 2 Outfits
- 2 PJs
- Toiletries
- Snacks/drinks (+ for mom after delivery)
- ID (many L&D and Postpartum units are lock-down units and visitors must have their ID in order to create a name badge and enter)
- Blanket/Pillow
With Love,
Leena
Taylor Fahmy says
This list is great! I love that you are bringing a lot of unnecessary things. I like to keep my packing minimal for hospital trips. Only 17+3 but I love preparing haha. Inshallah your girl comes soon and healthy!