FREE Printable Hospital Packing List

Jun 28

Deciding what to pack in your hospital bag can be a daunting thought for many parents. Here is our list to get you started! Check here for the printable file.

Insurance and ID card
Birth plan, if you have one
Cell phone and charger
A couple pairs of comfy socks (the hospital also has non-slip socks)
2-3 bras (Nursing bras without underwire are great!)
If planning to breastfeed:
- Nursing pads
- Lanolin cream
- Nursing cover (if desired for visitors)
Chapstick or lip balm (labor tends to cause dry lips)
Toiletries
- Toothbrush, tooth paste, deodorant, hair brush
Contact lenses, case, and cleaning solution or glasses if needed
Elastic pony tail holder and/or headband
Mints, gum, or hard candy to keep mouth moist
Snacks or Change for vending machine
Camera, memory card, extra battery or charger cable
Pillow and comfy blanket, if you want specific ones from home
Comfy pajamas
Change of clothes and toiletries for partner or other family member
Music and a way to play the music (plus batteries or charger)
Slippers and/or flip flops
Any medications you need daily
Book or Magazines if you want to read
Pen and notebook

Change of clothes to go home in
- NOT pre-pregnancy clothes! You will probably still need maternity clothes for now
Extra large, loose underwear
Maxi Pads (the hospital has these as well)

Hair dryer
Makeup
At least one pack of Depends Underwear (they may be more comfy for postpartum bleeding than hospital undies)
Robe or nightgown if you do not want the hospital gown
Massage tools, oil, or tennis balls
Dermoplast spray or witch hazel pads (for comfort postpartum)
Flushable wipes (may be more comfortable than regular TP)
Baby book (some nurses will do footprints directly in the book!)
Extra snacks for the nurses is always a pleasant surprise

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Juliann Lee