What I’m Packing in my Hospital Bag

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FOR MAMA:

  • two sets of pajamas (button-downs)
  • two pajama dresses (button-down)
  • one comfortable robe
  • two nursing bras
  • one nursing tank
  • lululemon align leggings
  • slippers for hospital
  • two pairs of socks
  • going home outfit (jogger + sweatshirt)
  • slip-on shoes for going home
  • toiletries (I kept these at a minimum, especially my makeup, bringing primer/mascara/brows)

FOR BABY:

  • two onesies
  • two swaddle blankets
  • burp cloth
  • two knotted gowns
  • going home outfit (size NB + 0-3m)
  • paci/paci clip
  • two hats/socks
  • personalized items (we have a few!)
  • carseat + winter carseat cover

I packed a few diapers/wipes in our diaper bag since they were already in there & fit BUT I know the hospitals do supply those for you!


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I packed what I thought I would personally be using the most — I do tend to be an over packer but since this is my first baby and I don’t know what to expect, I’d rather be over-prepared than to wish I had brought something! I kept it down to the bare minimum (only what fit inside of my duffle bag) but packed a couple of extras 🙂 I would definitely suggest bringing what makes YOU feel the most comfortable and prepared for baby!

POSTPARTUM CARE:

  • two diapers
  • frida mom peri bottle
  • frida mom perineal healing cream
  • frida mom cooling pad liners
  • frida mom boy shorts
  • nipple cream
  • nursing pads
  • stool softener

EXTRAS:

  • pillow for mama
  • pillow for dad
  • blanket for mom
  • blanket for dad
  • ipad for movies/shows
  • extra long charging cables
  • chapstick!
  • boppy pillow for breastfeeding
  • wallets with IDS/insurance cards

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I’ve heard the hospital has everything new moms need but I’m bringing what was recommended by people closest to me. Whatever I don’t use, I’m bringing home and will be using for postpartum at home! I did purchase the Frida Mom PostPartum Kit since it was highly recommended. I had to purchase the Peri Bottle separately!

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