Hospital Bag Checklist

As an expectant mother, you have a lot on your mind. Between juggling appointments, preparing for the arrival of your new baby, and managing the physical challenges of pregnancy, the last thing you want to worry about is what to pack in your hospital bag. But having a well-stocked hospital bag can make all the difference in ensuring a smooth and comfortable delivery experience. That’s why we’ve put together this hospital bag checklist for moms, to help you pack with confidence and focus on what really matters – bringing your little one into the world.

Preparing Your Hospital Bag:

Our hospital bag checklist includes all the essentials you’ll need for your hospital stay. Additionally, we recommend packing your hospital bag at least a month before your due date. This will give you plenty of time to ensure you have everything you need before it turns into a mad rush at the end of your pregnancy.

Here’s your Quick Hospital Bag Checklist from Network of Moms.

For Mom:

• Birth Plan
• Chapstick
• Hair ties
• Granny Panties
• Pads or adult diapers
• TUCKS Personal Cleansing Pads
• Comfy PJ’s / nightgown (especially if you have a c-section, a nightgown won’t rest on your incision)
• Flip flops
• Slippers
• Robe
• Sport or nursing bra
• Socks
• Nursing pads
• Nipple cream
• Comfy pillow
• Cozy blanket
• Open front sweater, makes skin to skin contact & breastfeeding easier
• Face cloths (or facial cleansing wipes)
• Towel
• Something to read / music to listen to
• Camera & battery charger
• Cell phone charger, if it’s short you may want to bring a small extension cord
• Large Bottles of water
• Snacks

Toiletries:

• Brush or Comb
• Toothbrush and tooth paste
• Deodorant
• Shampoo & Conditioner
• Body Wash
• Unscented body lotion

For baby:

• Receiving blankets
• Cozy baby blanket
• Few pairs of sleepers & onesies
• Scratch mitts
• Baby socks
• Small package of Newborn or size 1 Diapers
• Ready to feed formula incase you decide not to breastfeed
• Breastfeeding pillow (even if not breastfeeding, it helps when holding a tiny baby)
• Going home outfit
• Car seat