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Ultimate Hospital Bag Checklist for Mom, Baby & Partner
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items This ultimate hospital bag checklist covers every single thing you'll need for labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery.
Sections
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Bathroom/Toiletry
Make-Up/Skincare
Clothing
Postpartum Necessities
Miscellaneous
For Baby
Bathroom/Toiletry
There's nothing like that first wash and shampoo postpartum. To simply things, use this toiletry pack to bring in your own shampoo/conditioner/body wash for use in the hospital.
Travel Bottles Leak Proof 3oz 4 Pack
The hospital will be able to provide a washcloth if needed, but have you ever wondered just how many people may have used them before you, or just how clean they really are? If you can, just bring in your own. So compact and easy to store away, and t...
Bath Sponge Shower Loofahs
One of the most important things you'll need to remember.. your toothbrush!
Colgate 360 Whole Mouth Toothbrush
Be sure to pack these clip-on toothbrush head protectors for you and your partner before you head to the hospital.
Clip-On Toothbrush Protector
You can't brush your teeth without toothpaste, pack your fave from home or buy travel sized ones from any drugstore.
Crest 3D White Advanced Teeth Whitening Toothpaste
These floss picks are great brcause you can pack a few into your bag and use them anytime.
GUM Advanced Care Floss Picks
What I love most about this mouthwash is that they're in individual, single-use sachets, so super convenient to pack a few into your hospital bag.
MySmile Mouthwash Alcohol Free Sachets
To help you feel a bit more put together postpartum, don't forget to bring a comb or hair brush.
Detangler Brush Mini Travel Size Wet & Dry
You might not have the luxury of taking a shower or bath at the hospital. To feel fresh, use a washcloth to wipe yourself down and follow-up with some deodorant. This one from Native has a light sweet scent.
Native Sweet Peach & Nectar Deodorant
These compressed towels are a great alternative to using hospital washcloths to wash your face, hands or to wipe-down your body if a shower isn't available. When compressed, they're so small you could bring in a handful and they'd take up very little...
120 Pcs Compressed Magic Towels (9x9in, white)
For the contact lens wearers -- don't forget your solution + contact lens case!
Contact Lens Solution
Where will you store your contact lenses when you're not wearing them? Can't forget the your lens case!
Contact Lens Case
Keep moisturized during your hospital stay. While this one from eos is a handcrafted, I'll also use it on my elbows or knees if needed.
eos Shea Better Vanilla Cashmere Hand Cream
You'll need somewhere to store your toiletries/make-up. This cosmetic bag has a wide zipper opening with large compartments and side pockets to fit everything you'll need during your hospital stay.
Travel Makeup Bag, Large Capacity Cosmetic Bag
If you're anything like me, you won't want your hair in your face and all over the place during labour and delivery. I made sure to pack scrunchies so I could easily put my hair up before I began pushing. Having scrunchies are also good to keep on ha...
Kitsch Satin Scrunchies
Make-Up/Skincare
These travel pack facial wipes are great way to quickly freshen up, or wipe off make-up at the end of the day.
Neutrogena All-in-One Makeup Removing Wipes
You'll be doing a lot of heavy breathing and may experience some dry lips. To help with that, don't forget to pack a moisturizing lip balm into your bag.
e.l.f. Squeeze Me Lip Balm, Moisturizing Lip Balm
For any facial cleanser you choose to bring, see if there is a travel-size option. If not, fill up a clean, empty bottle from a travel kit. It's so easy to have this prepared beforehand so you're not scrambling to bring it at the last minute.
La Roche-Posay Face Wash Gel Cleanser
If you want to look a bit more put together but can't be bothered to put on a full face of make-up in-between contractions, I get it. I'd recommend a simple tinted moisturizer. The Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer from Nars is lightweight and helps to...
Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer
To simplify what to pack for your make-up hospital bag, I'd highly recommend a multi-purpose stick as it helps eliminate the need to bring a separate blush, lipgloss and even make-up brush since you can apply Ilia's Multi Stick with clean fingers.
Multi-Stick Cream Blush + Lip Tint
I've repurchased the CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizer over 4 consecutive times, so I *must* like it. I love that it also has an SPF of 30 for additional sun protection on top of my regular sunscreen.
CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion AM with SPF 30
Clothing
When you're ready to walk around and about in the hospital, it's far easier to bring in your own pair of comfy slippers that you can easily slip into instead of your regular shoes, bare feet or socks.
Fuzzy Memory Foam Slip-On House Slippers
You'll want to feel as cozy as possible during your hospital stay. I'd recommend yoga socks, or any pair that has anti-slip grips in particular because hospital floors can be slick and you wouldn't t want to accidentally slip and fall.
Cozy Fuzzy Socks With Anti-Slip Grip
Even if you aren't planning on breastfeeding, having a comfortable wire-free bra/sport bra in your hospital bag would be great to have.
Maternity Nursing Bras Seamless Wirefree
For the breastfeeding mamas, having a set of breastfeeding camisoles will really come in handy because they're comfortable and can easily be worn under a cardigan during your hospital stay if you can't stand wearing those hospital gowns anymore.
Maternity Nursing Camisole with Adjustable Straps
Having a pair of maternity leggings postpartum are great to help hold everything in place while your body is adjusting after delivery.
Maternity Legging | Pregnancy Pants
For the first few days postpartum, it may be difficult for some to easily throw on a shirt over your head, that's why I'd recommend a button-up, instead as you can easily wear it over a nursing top or just wear it buttoned-up.
Women's Plaid Button-Up Shirt
Hospitals are always cold, at least to me. It's a great idea to have a cozy packed in your hospital bag because you never know if you'll need it during your stay.
Aurora Alpaca Wool Cardigan
You won't know how long your hospital stay will end up being, so it's a great idea to have a wet bag available to hold extra sets of clothing, or for your dirty clothes after they've been worn.
ALVABABY Wet Dry Bag 2 Pack Grey Wave
Postpartum Necessities
A waist cincher wasn't at all something I thought I needed, but using one after my daughter was born helped with my posture and also helped me feel more secure when out and about for those first few days postpartum.
Postpartum Belly Wrap for Recovery
Especially after a vaginal delivery, you'll want to wear underwear that'll feel comfortable. I'd recommend a good pair of cotton boyshort, or highrise panties.
Leakproof CoreLove High Rise Supportive Maternity Underwear
After my first delivery, the nurse walked in and provided me with mesh underwear with a postpartum feminine pad lined inside and it was a game changer. I never realized I would need one, but these are essential for moms that have just had a vaginal d...
Frida Mom Postpartum Leak Proof Maxi Pads
Nursing pads are a great idea to have because you may experience some leaking postpartum.
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads
For the mamas planning to breastfeed, having a Haakaa is a great alternative to bringing a big, noisy breast pump. It's also very easy to clean since it's made out of silicone and collects milk hands-free so you're free to hold baby in your arms.
haakaa Manual Breast Pump
A peri bottle is an absolute necessity for mamas who delivery vaginally. It's much easier and comfortable to use than the traditional peri bottle you'll be given during your hospital stay.
Peri Bottle
Cracked, dry and sore nipples may happen during your breastfeeding journey. The only relief I found was lanolin cream, so I'd highly encourage always keeping a bottle in your diaper bag.
Lanolin Nipple Cream for Sore Nipples & Dry Skin
Miscellaneous
You're sure to be using your devices while waiting for baby's arrival so don't forget your chargers or power bank!
Multi USB Charging Cable
Whether for your partner, or for you (if you're given the green light to eat), it's a great idea to pack a few snacks in your bag that won't perish quickly or need refrigeration. Granola bars, fruit packs or even some cup noodles are a great idea to ...
KIND Soft Baked Squares
Mints, because you never know who'll unexpectedly come to visit you and baby in the hospital hehehe.
PUR Mints
If you're expecting visitors in the hospital, it's a great idea to not only enforce guests to wash their hands before meeting baby, but also keeping hand sanitizer readily available.
Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer
While waiting for baby's arrival, you or your partner can keep occupied with a good book. Kindles, or any e-readers are a great idea to bring because they're lightweight and compact.
Amazon Kindle
A Stalney is a great idea to bring because you may not be able to eat, but you'll be able to drink. It's also great for storing ice chips because it'll keep it cold for a long time.
STANLEY Quencher H2.0 Tumbler 30 oz
You're sure to be given a ton of important paperwork during your hospital stay. I recommend keeping everything organized and in one place by bringing a slim, expandable folder.
Expanding File Organizer with 8 Pockets
You never know when you'll need to jot something down or sign some forms. It's a great idea to keep a pen in your bag just in case.
Gel Pens
You never know what information you'll need to take note of, it's a great idea to have a notebook and pen readily available.
Spiral Notebook
For Baby
It's a great idea to have sleepers in multiple sizes as you don't quite know how big baby will be when they're born. I'd recommend bringing at least a set of 3 just in case of accidents.
3-Pack Neutral Sleep and Play Onesies
It's important to have layers for baby, don't forget to pack a few in at least a size NB and 0-3 months.
8-pack Short Sleeve Onesie Bodysuits
Keep baby warm in and out of the hospital with a set of receiving/swaddle blankets.
Simple Joys by Carter's Unisex Flannel Blankets, 7-Pack
Capture baby's arrival with a memorable photo prop that you can fill in with baby's details.
Baby Milestone Photo Props | Hello World
It's important to keep baby snuggly and warm - don't forget their mitts, socks and hats!
Newborn Baby Caps Mittens Socks Set
While the hospital will be able to provide some diapers, they may not be able to provide enough for the duration of baby's stay. Come prepared with your own, and if you're unsure of sizes, grab at least a NB and Size 1.
Pampers Swaddlers Diapers, Size 1
Can't forget the diaper wipes! Keep baby clean and feeling fresh after each diaper change by bringing a pack of wipes in your hospital bag.
WaterWipes Sensitive+ Newborn & Baby Wipes
It's important to keep baby dry and clean after each diaper change. To prevent, or provide relief from diaper rash, use any zinc oxide cream such as Sudocream.
Sudocrem - Diaper Rash Cream