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First-Time Mom Hospital Bag Must-Haves
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As a FTM myself these are some of the key items that can be quickly overlooked. If you're anything like me we like to be prepared for any scenario!
 
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Great for your being on your phone in bed!
Globe Electric 9' Fabric Extension Cord with 3 Polarized Outlets, Terracotta: Indoor, Flat, 16 AWG, 9ft, 2 Conductors
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If computer lights/ emergency lights on in your room will bother you then opt for an eye mask to get some much needed rest!
Cloud 9 Daydream Eye Mask
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Gum for when I was hungry and couldn't eat or needed flavor after throwing up
Extra Sugar-Free Polar Ice Mint Chewing Gum - 35ct
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Loved having the noise cancelled out of our room as well as getting baby used to a comforting sound before getting home that he was familiar with
Hatch Rest and Rest Go Bundle Sound Machine
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Loved having comfortable shoes to walk to and from bathroom in postpartum
Criss Cross Faux Fur Slippers - Cozy, Soft & Stylish
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On sale and so worth it for passing the time
Apple iPad (A16) 11-inch Wi-Fi 512GB (2025, 11th generation) - Silver
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Hear me out— use for feedings and sitting one when freshly postpartum! Helps the sore pelvis
Boppy Nursing Pillow - Gray Beige Leaves
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So comforting on a sore butt and back after laboring
Sunbeam Premium Machine Washable Integrated Heating Pad with Compact Storage - Standard Size
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Keep this bedside while laboring! Kept me from throwing up
Mainstays 4" New 3-speed Portable Rechargeable Fan with Flexible Tripod and Digital Display, Black
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So helpful to start with this in the hospital so you can get in the habit of how it feel, as well as just mentally feeling put together
Women's 2pk Nursing Unlined V-Neck Bralette - Auden™ Gray/Rose XL
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From sweats to chills, I'm glad I pack my big oversized blanket with me. If not I know there would be nights in the hospital I would have froze instead
Luxury Throws and Blankets
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So you don't lose important docs your handed
2 Pocket Plastic Folder with Prongs Red - up&up™: School Supplies, Polypropylene, 50 Sheet Capacity, Internal Pockets
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Staying hydrated all day was gam changing and honestly the only thing I could have
BruMate Era 40oz 100% Leak-Proof Straw Tumbler - Blue Agave
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Music for the room!
JBL Portable Flip 7 Speaker - White
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