What to pack in your hospital bag?

Posted On October 26, 2017

The big day is around the corner and you might have to rush to the hospital any moment from now. Therefore, it’s important to pack the hospital bag in advance.

It’s recommended that you should start packing your hospital bag from about 36 weeks. Because it prepares you mentally for the new change and brings you closer to your child.

Here I have listed some of the essential things that you might need during your stay in the hospital.

your birth plan & hospital notes
1 sleeping gown
1 go to home clothes
plastic bags to keep dirty clothes
nursing bra
hairbrush & hair clips
hand cream
moisturiser
makeup for taking pictures (optional)
camera for taking pictures (optional)
socks
slippers
toothbrush and toothpaste
mobile phone, charger and earphone
snacks and drinks for your partner and yourself
anything that helps you to pass the time during your stay such as magazines, books, MP3 player, laptop, etc.

However, most of the hospitals will provide some of the essential things that are needed after the delivery. So, I believe you should not worry about the things like breast pads, maternity pads and disposable maternity underwear.

In case if you need anything extra then you can always ask the nurses or midwives. Even some of the toiletries such as shampoos, soap and even towels are supplied to you. So, check with the hospital before packing your hospital bag.

Let’s see what you might need for the newborn.

3-4 sleeping suit and vests
1 go to home warm clothes
warm blanket
hat, mittens, socks
4-5 muslin squares
baby car seat
newborn nappies
cotton wools for wipe

These are few important things that you and the newborn might need during your stay in the hospital.

However, as I said sometimes hospitals have their own set of rules of what you can and cannot bring. So, make sure you knew about it earlier before packing your hospital bag.