It’s week 37 and our hospital bags are finally ready! The countdown to meeting our little love is so real… I’ve done a lot of research, read of a lot blogs, talked to a lot of experienced momma’s — so here are my tips & what I packed!
Tips and Tricks
- Have your spouse pack the bag so you both know where everything is
- Stay minimal & remember that the hospital has most essentials (especially everything for postpartum — bring an extra bag to take everything home)
- Baby’s feet need to be easily accessible because of hospital tag so pack clothes accordingly
- Pack snacks you both like (I also packed lactation snacks)
- Recommend packing your bags when you have energy during pregnancy (weeks in the early 30s) because it was a struggle for me to bend / gather everything
Mom
- Fan (during labor / easy attachment)
- Electric Nail Trimmer (if the baby comes out with claws)
- 3-Piece Louge Set (post delivery)
- Comfy PJs
- Best Water Tumbler
- Labor Essential Oils (& more)
- iPhone Charger Cable (3 Pack 10 Foot)
- Mega-Moisturising Probiotic Stretch Mark Cream (To help prevent stretch marks post delivery – Code: JOURNEYWITHDRISH for 15% off)
- Nursing Pull Over Seamless Bra ($20 M)
- Frida Baby & Mom Essentials
- More – flip flops for the shower, grip + fuzzy socks, toileteries, hair brush/hair ties, light makeup/skincare, robe, laptop, camera, tripod, supplement box with my thyroid medication, lip balm, pre-natals, stool softeners & preggie pops for labor nausea; for both: snacks, towel, pillow & blanket (*we got the Fully Prepared Birth Bag from @babyboldly to make it easier!)
- Recommended by other momma’s –
- Kindred: Labor & Delivery Essentials Bundle (5 pieces)
- Kindred: Ruffle Strap Labor & Delivery Gown
- Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
Baby
- Shusher
- Car Seat
- Car Seat Mirror
- Outfits
- More – 1 burp cloth, 1 swaddle, customized blanket & name plate, diffuser (which also has a night light)
Feeding
What I wish I had taken –
- Earth Mama Organics (nipple cream & perineal spray)
What is ready for me once I’m home –
We will also be making all our nurses a little gift basket with hand written notes! Hope this helps you with your preparation for the big day! Good luck!!!
JOURNEY WITH DRISH 