What to pack in your hospital bag ... in three easy steps!
Congratulations on your pregnancy! If you are now ready to start packing for your labour, birth and hospital stay this article is the one to read!
Packing your bags is an exciting task, but it's important to make sure you have everything you need. Being prepared with the right essentials can help make your labor and delivery experience more comfortable and stress-free.
We have separated the packing into just three bags! One for your labour & birth, one for baby and one for your hospital stay and post-partum recovery. Read on for your easy-packing checklist.
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Bag number one is your labour kit bag.
In this bag you need to pack:
Clothing
Socks & Slippers
Loose & Comfortable Clothing
Hoodie
Sports bras, or swimsuit top in case you have a water birth
Spare underwear
Post-labour outfit - pyjamas, underwear etc
Labour management items
Energy Snacks
Energy Drinks
Massager
Birth Ball
Rebozo
Pillows
Essential Oils
Homeopathic remedies
Birth affirmation cards
Past the time items
Spotify playlist
Contraction/Labour App
Speakers/Headphones
Video camera
Phone(s)
Chargers/Batteries
Games/Cards
Personal items
Deodorant and other toiletries you might need
Sanitary Pads
Maternity Pads
Hair ties / Hair brush
Laundry Bag for dirty laundry
Paperwork folder
Birth Plan – Multiple copies
Hospital paperwork
Antenatal card
Medicare card
Health insurance
ID Cards
For your birthing partner
A change of clothes
Swimwear in case you have a water birth
Toiletries and a towel
Cash/Coins
Snacks & Drinks
For your baby
Singlet
Jumpsuit
Wrap
Hat
Bag number two is the bag for your new arrival.
In this bag you need to pack:
Clothing
Birth announcement outfit
Baby blankets - one lightweight & one heavyweight
Jumpsuits
Singlets
Booties
Bonnet/hat
Mittens
Nappy bag
Newborn nappies
Unscented baby wipes
If bottle feeding
Bottles
Formula
Other items
Dummies
Teddy
Burp/Spit-up Cloths
Birth Announcement cards
Bag number three is the bag for your hospital stay
In this bag you need to pack:
Clothing
Spare set of pyjamas(breastfeeding)
Dressing gown & slippers
Thongs for the shower
Old or disposable underwear - large & comfy!
Comfy outfit incase you take a walk with in the hospital if you are feel like it!
Personal items
More maternity pads
Herbal sitz spray/bath salts etc
Peri bottle
Washers, Bath hat, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Deodorant etc
If breastfeeding
Nipple cream
Nipple shields
Nursing pads
Nursing bras & tops
Leaving hospital
Outfit to leave hospital in
Hair styling tools
Make-up
We hope you enjoy packing for the arrival of your little one and that this list makes the task easier!
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