Hospital bag

TigerMoms · December 2015

What is a must (and some simple and obvious things) for a hospital bag? Single mom and nervous beyond belief

ChrissyD1203 · December 2015

Hi @TigerMoms there are one or two really good threads on this with great suggestions from second time moms. If you search hospital bag they should come up. Good luck and fun packing!

kelseyg002 · December 2015

2-3 pair of comfy clothes, travel size toiletries (like you would for a weekend vacation) comfy slippers, phone charger, cash, contact case and eyeglasses if needed. I think those are the basics. I have my bag half packed with a list of necessities that I can't pack, like the charger, but I'd say it's pretty simple and all that's really needed.
As far as baby
Carseat installed, warm blankets, 2 sets of comfy sleepers NB and 0-3, going home outfit. Mini first aid kit, diapers and wipes. Receiving blanket.
Well this is what I have. Hope it helped. Good luck:)

nickicb7 · December 2015

I ve been told to bring multiple receiving blankets for LO because if they are small you will roll them to pad the car seat, as most car seats are still quite large for a NB.

amargaret24 · December 2015

nickicb7 said:

I ve been told to bring multiple receiving blankets for LO because if they are small you will roll them to pad the car seat, as most car seats are still quite large for a NB.

Just be careful because some car seats have newborn inserts already (Chicco Key Fit 30) and recommend not using any added padding as it's designed for newborns already. I was going to order a fun looking pad for the car seat but read the fine print on the car seat and decided to just go with their design.

GAgirlinSDakota · December 2015

2-3 comfortable, lounge-y type outfits and a nightgown (b/c I can't stand the feel of the hospital gowns. To high against my throat)

1-2 bras

Basic toiletries (travel sized)

slippers/socks (Totally bringing some nifty toe socks)

phone/charger/tablet

camera

wallet/id

Something to wear home (you'll still need maternity clothes most likely)

2 outfits for baby (NB and 0-3) going home

blankets for baby going home

carseat

Optional:

Your own giant towel. I always bring one b/c hospital towels suck. I pick an older beach towel that I won't mind tossing if it gets too gross.

nelsk65 · December 2015

Chapstick or some kind of lip balm, snacks (in case the kitchen is closed after labor), a pillow from home if you're picky like me, slip on shoes (so i don't have to worry about laces if i can walk around), and maybe a book or magazine for distraction.
I know I'm bringing WAY more than I'll need (especially since I'm less than 5 mins from the hospital) but I'd rather be over prepared than wish I had brought that one thing I thought I wouldn't need.

MissMheMhe · December 2015

I'm packing a pair of drawstring pants that are loose, a couple nursing cami's and a t-shirt to come home in, toiletries, flip flops, snacks and a roll of quarters, a pillow with an old pillow case, chapstick, camera and spare batteries, phone charger, and I think that's it. As for the baby, his bag is ready to go with a few diapers and wipes, two outfits (depending on the weather), a blanket, socks, and mittens.

BarrettJ89 · December 2015

I just packed my bag (38+2).
For me:
Sweater
Stretchy fleece pants (2 pair)
Nursing Bras (2)
Fuzzy socks (1 with grips, 1 without)
Underwear (2 pairs)
Tshirt
Fuzzy Slipper Shoes
Breast Pads
Hair Ties/Headbands
Pillow
Phone and Charger
Travel Sized Toiletries (Target sells 9 piece kits with shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, toothpaste, lotion, etc for about $6)
For Baby:
2 outfits (nb and 0-3 - I have big babies)
Booties/socks
Warm Hat
Scratch Mittens
Blanket
Optional for Baby:
Headbands
Stuffed Animal
Swaddle
For SO:
Change of clothes
Sandals
Shower amenities

kqualls5 · December 2015

This is the list I made that's been saved in my notes since I started searching around for other people's lists. Haven't packed yet. (37w2d)

For me:
Nursing bra
Sweats
Loose tshirt
Sleep tee gown
Panties (4)
Slippers
Socks (2)
!!!Chapstick!!!
Coming home outfit

For B:
2 changes of clothes
Advil
Headphones
Pillow
Roll of quarters for vending machine

For Baby B:
Baby gown (2)
Socks (3)
Mittens
Beanie
Coming home outfit
*Diaper bag*
Warm blanket

Toiletries:
Toothbrushes
Toothpaste
Conditioner
Hair ties
Makeup bag

Don't forget:
Purse & wallet (I.d.'s!!)
Phone chargers
Camera & SD card
Card stock for his foot print

nickicb7 · December 2015

amargaret24 said:

nickicb7 said:

I ve been told to bring multiple receiving blankets for LO because if they are small you will roll them to pad the car seat, as most car seats are still quite large for a NB.

Just be careful because some car seats have newborn inserts already (Chicco Key Fit 30) and recommend not using any added padding as it's designed for newborns already. I was going to order a fun looking pad for the car seat but read the fine print on the car seat and decided to just go with their design.

I absolutely agree, a friend told me to have some on hand though, just in case. The nurses here won't let you leave unless baby is totally secure. If the insert isn't good enough, or car seat doesn't have one, it's good to have a few in your bag, just in case.

l4rk · December 2015

The most important item in my hospital bag is a big chocolate covered pretzel!

SuperherosMom · December 2015

Don't forget the lanolin nipple cream if nursing

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