What are yall packing for the baby diaper bag & your own bag for the hospital? For her I packed 5 outfits with hair bows, blanket, swaddle, wipes, diapers, pacifiers, bottles for breast milk, burp pads, & bibs. I haven’t packed my bag yet.
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2 Apr 2024
Packing Your Perfect Hospital Bag
Packing Your Perfect Hospital Bag
Having everything you need readily available can make your stay at the hospital more comfortable and stress-free. Here's a checklist of items to include in your perfect hospital bag.
Essential Documents
- Identification and Health Insurance Cards: Ensure you have your identification card, health insurance information, and any necessary hospital paperwork.
- Birth Plan: If you have a birth plan, include copies for yourself, your partner, and your healthcare provider.
Comfortable Clothing
- Nightgowns or Pajamas: Pack a few comfortable nightgowns or pajama sets that allow for easy breastfeeding or skin-to-skin contact.
- Comfortable Underwear: Consider bringing high-waisted, disposable underwear or large, comfortable cotton briefs.
- Nursing Bras: Pack a couple of nursing bras or comfortable, supportive bras.
- Socks and Slippers: Keep your feet warm and cozy with non-slip socks or comfortable slippers.
- Robe: A lightweight robe can provide extra comfort and coverage during your hospital stay.
Toiletries and Personal Care Items
- Toothbrush and Toothpaste: Don't forget your oral hygiene essentials.
- Hairbrush or Comb: Keep your hair neat and manageable.
- Travel-sized Toiletries: Pack travel-sized shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and moisturizer.
- Lip Balm: Hospital air can be dry, so having a lip balm on hand can help keep your lips moisturized.
- Face Wipes or Cleanser: Freshen up your face with gentle wipes or a cleanser.
- Deodorant: Stay fresh and confident throughout your stay.
Comfort and Entertainment
- Pillows: Bring your own pillow for added comfort during labor and postpartum.
- Comfortable Clothes for Going Home: Pack loose, comfortable clothes to wear when leaving the hospital.
- Entertainment: Consider bringing a book, magazine, or your favorite device for entertainment during downtime.
- Phone and Charger: Don't forget your phone and charger to stay connected with loved ones and capture precious moments.
For the Baby
- Newborn Clothing: Pack a few onesies, sleepers, socks, and a hat for your newborn.
- Receiving Blankets: Bring soft and cozy receiving blankets for your baby.
- Diapers and Wipes: Include a small pack of newborn diapers and wipes for your baby's immediate needs.
- Going-Home Outfit: Choose a special outfit for your baby to wear when leaving the hospital.
Snacks and Nourishment
- Snacks: Pack some nutritious snacks to keep your energy levels up during labor and postpartum.
- Water Bottle: Stay hydrated by bringing a reusable water bottle.
- Hospital-approved Food: Check with your healthcare provider if you can bring your own food or if the hospital provides meals.
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Carol
26 Jan 2024
Has any one else started packing there hospital bag?¿?¿?..., I'm so ready!¡! 😍😍 #22week #6months #ready #readytomeetbaby
Nik
Have you? I haven't even washed anything yet 😂
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Sasha
Not yet prob around 30 to 33 weeks. Still need to wash .
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mani💛
4 Nov 2023
i'll be 35 weeks next week, i'm packing my hospital bag 🥹 quick lil grab and go
Laurel
As soon as mine comes in, I’m going to pack it up too! 🥰
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Mar’kia
5 Apr 2023
So what you mommas packing in your hospital bag? Just wanna know if u guys have any good ideas or things I’m missing been seeing a lot of tiktoks abt packing hospital bag and they go OVER BOARD😂
Anna
I’m trying to keep it simple as a first time mom 😅
For me: one pair pajamas, one going home outfit, toiletries, socks, slides, nipple butter & silverettes for breastfeeding relief, glasses/contacts, two nursing bras
For baby: two outfits, socks/booties, beanie, swaddle, sound machine, pacifier
Other: folder for paperwork, snacks, portable fan for labor, long phone charger, nightlight
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Angel
27 Jan 2023
It’s time I start packing my hospital bag, what were your 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀? Twin Girls loading👣👣
Triecey
Definitely some toiletries!.
27 Mar 2024
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Angel
Let me get to packing
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Bri
14 Oct 2022
At what point are you ladies packing a hospital bag? Are you doing a small suitcase or duffel bag type of thing?
Sara
I'm due December 2nd and going to pack mine this weekend. Babes is measuring 3 and 1/2 weeks early and in the 97% percentile so I just want to be prepared. I'm going to pack duffel bag style!
27 Mar 2024
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Nayy
I am 35w & did mine yesterday.
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mari
16 Aug 2022
I’m packing my baby girls bag for the hospital and I’m not sure on what I should put it in I don’t wanna oh we pack because I knew the hospital give you some stuff What did you guys put or is putting in your babies bag
Caitlin
Pack some receiving blankets,3 outfits and a going home outfit some socks if the outfits don’t have footies and some mittens for their hands and I also always packed beanies with all my 3 the hospital will provide diapers wipes and formulas but I never been fond of their clothes to me it doesn’t keep baby warm enough
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mari
Ok thanks 🙂
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Rachel
8 Aug 2022
I need to start packing my hospital bag what are some must haves? #hospitalbag #advice 
Breanna
Clothes snacks an shampoo an conditioner if not you can ask if you can take a shower they’ll get you prepared an games chargers an one or two baby shirts
27 Mar 2024
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Breanna
Oh an swaddle
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Kel
19 Jul 2022
9 more weeks to go. What To Expect said I should start packing my hospital bag. It’s getting real guys. P.S. what the heck do I put in my hospital bag?😭😭😭
Sanari
Clothes
Hygiene products
Chargers
Heating pad
Hair care products
The hospital gives you many things
27 Mar 2024
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Kel
Thank you. I’m so excited, yet nervous at the same time.. I’m almost at the finish line😭😭😭
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Courtney
16 Jun 2022
Started packing hospital bag today 🥰💙 these pains been real & I want to be prepared 😅
Infinity
I have these bags too in pink 😃
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