Congrats mama, you’ve made it to the final s-t-r-e-t-c-h! Giving birth can be a little overwhelming, so you’ll want to be as prepared as possible. Leaving packing your hospital bag till after your waters break- not ideal! Breathe easy, we’ve got your hospital bag essentials all in one easy list, to ensure you’re prepped to push… and ready to pop!
Mama's Hospital Bag Essentials
o A rough birthing plan, although nothings set in stone it’s nice to have a rough plan of action, which pain meds would you ideally want, who do you want in the room,. These things might change, but it's good to have something in mind. o Slippers, easy to just pop on around the ward o Cotton socks, there’s no chance to back out… don’t go getting cold feet o Pillows, make yourself feel at home o Wet wipes to freshen up o mama mio’s Hospital Bag Skincare Essentials bundle! With a Keep Calm Nipple Balm to support and protect sore nipples post-birth (perfect if you're breastfeeding) and the Megamama Shower Milk to moisturise and soothe your skin, ideal for that first shower after giving birth.
o A towel, the hospitals ones tend to either be non-existent, or paper thin o Snacks- although there is a hospital shop its always better to have your favourites to hand o Your phone, a charger and any other electronics you may need to keep you occupied o Hairbrush & hair tie- no one wants hair in your mouth o Toothbrush and toothpaste o Nursing Bra, a whole lot comfier and so much more convenient for when baby arrives o X2 packs of maternity/ sanitary pads, complete necessities post birth o Big comfy knickers, choose some you don’t mind throwing away o Any makeup or toiletries you feel you need o Nightdress or top, front opening one makes it easier for skin to skin contact as breastfeeding
For baby…
o x4 sets of new-born clothing, suited to the season. o X3 vests or onesies to be born as inner-wear o 1 pair of socks or booties o 1 new-born hat 1 pair of mittens o Blanket o Car seat (although you won't fit this in your bag, it's a legal requirement to have a correctly fitted car seat to take your new-born home in. o Muslin square/baby blanket o Baby wipes/ wet wipes o New-born nappies
For your birthing partner…
o A change of clothes and their own toiletries o Cash and small change for parking, vending machines, snacks etc. o Watch or timer with a second hand clock to help with contractions o Any medical papers or insurance papers you need o Camera of some kind, whether that’s a phone, iPad or camcorder o Snacks and drinks
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