Labor Hospital Bag Checklist (For New Moms) In 2021
Channel: Ten Minute Tasks
Date: 2021-01-14

Labor Hospital Bag Checklist (For New Moms) In 2021
#hospitalbagfordelivery #maternitybagfordelivery
In this video, I will tell you all about what I brought in my hospital bag, what I wish I brought and what I didn't need to bring.  I'll give you several tips on how to minimally pack your bag so you don't need to overpack like I did!  I will also give you suggestions on what to pack to save you the embarrassment of what I went through.  I'll give you an entire list of what the hospital provided with real footage from my own experiences there.  I'll also show examples of the items I am talking about because let's be real - motherhood is a whole new language!  I'll give you tips on how to be better prepared for labor, postpartum and finally going home with your baby.  

For your convenience, I will list everything here in the description so you can check things off after watching.  I'll also include a few small items NOT mentioned in the video that were super helpful during my stay at the hospital.  *Disclaimer:  I've listed affiliate links and if you buy something I do get a commission.  Thank you for supporting my channel.  

Your Masks - for you and your partner.  Be prepared for a week stay.
Your ID. 
Medications list. 
Medications. 
Electrolyte Packets.  https://amzn.to/2N3uiUQ
Snacks.  https://amzn.to/3bBHpXr
Credit card or small amount of cash. 
Personal hospital gown.  https://amzn.to/3bwXQEy
Non-skid socks or slippers.  https://amzn.to/2XFHvFf
Pajamas.  https://amzn.to/3qmbLkK
Birth playlist.  We brought a portable bluetooth speaker.  https://amzn.to/3bKpC0a
Book.  Or a magazine or other reading material. 
Cell phone and charger. 
Toiletries. Travel shampoos, toothbrush/toothpaste, a brush, deodorant, and a bar of soap. Makeup Kit.  Hair bands, lip balm, and lotion.
Hair dryer.  https://amzn.to/39yzUOv
Glasses and/or contacts. 
Underwear.  https://amzn.to/3oJRoO2
Nursing bra that you can sleep in.  https://amzn.to/39tmrHM
Nursing pillow.  https://amzn.to/3bE2G2O
Comfortable clothes. Pajamas that you can button down in the front. 
Going home outfit.  Anything easy to breastfeed in.  https://amzn.to/39yAfR0
Your own pillow. 
Flip flops. I like these kind that you can wear with socks:  https://amzn.to/3sn6rzr

What the hospital usually provides (check with a nurse/midwife/doctor at your next prenatal appointment):

hospital gowns
grip socks
birthing ball and other labor tools, like personal massagers
large cups for water and ice
basic toiletries — soap, shampoo, toothbrush/toothpaste
disposable mesh underwear (it’s not the most attractive, but it does the job)
thick sanitary pads
after-care items, like witch hazel pads, peri bottles & Dermoplast
breast pump (borrowed) + new accessories
nipple cream
nipple shields
pillows
sheets
blankets
towels
wash cloths
hand sanitizers
meals for mom

For baby:

preemie, newborn, or size 1 diapers
basic wipes
flannel swaddle blanket(s)
hospital-branded onesies
standard knit hat
shampoo/soap
pacifiers
bottles
syringes (for colostrum milk)
colostrum bottles
bottle nipples
bottle warmers
dish soap (to wash bottles)
bins (to leave things to dry)
baby wash
wash cloths (which can also be used as burp cloths)
formula (Some “baby-friendly” hospitals only offer formula if it’s considered medically necessary. Call your hospital to find out about its policy on formula.)
prescription and non-prescription medications, if needed

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