Hospital Bag Essentials List
If you’re nearing the end of your pregnancy, or in your third trimester then its probably time to look at what you’ll need for hospital.
Its a good idea to have your Hospital Bag Essentials ready, it goes a long way towards alleviating any anxiety you may have concerning your birth. When you know you have planned ahead as much as possible, it puts your mind at rest.
Plan ahead and reduce your stress by being as prepared as you can be!
Practical list of things for You.
- Your phone AND charger (music / photos, messages and calls!)
- Small empty extra bag for any meds, and gifts you might receive
- Hair ties, clips or a headband
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Hair Brush
- Glasses/Contacts if you use them
- Personal care products like Hand and Body Lotion, lip balm, deodorant, Shampoo, conditioner, face wash, soap, shower gel, makeup and anything else that helps make you feel refreshed.
- Planning to breastfeed? Nursing bra and breast pads
- Comfortable underwear that is suitable for wearing pads
- Sanitary Towels (preferably ultra absorbent)
- Cosy Socks or slippers
- Your birth plan, if you have one
- Snacks (healthy, nutrient rich and easy to nibble eg. granola bars / Power Bars)
- Comfortable maternity loungewear and Pyjamas
- Gown / Bathrobe as an extra layer and feeling presentable when vistors arrive
TIP! – Keep your toiletry bag in the bathroom and as you use items in your daily life, pop them into the bag. That way you won’t forget your personal favorites and must haves.
Comfortable easy to nurse in Pyjamas, Lounge wear and Sleepwear.
List for Baby
Your baby won’t need anything more than a few going home things. The hospital will probably provide a gift set of sample toiletries and nappies for in hosptial use.
- 2 to 3 Baby grows
- Socks
- Beanie and Mittens
- Blanket or receiving Blanket
- Car seat for safe travel home