If it’s your first time, or even if you simply need a reminder during the 9th month brain fog, this list will help you be organized and ready when it’s time to go to the hospital to have a baby.
Over the years on BCP, we’ve had a few mothers write, based on their own personal experiences, on what they recommend packing when you go to the hospital to have a baby.
But we quickly realized what is a preference for one, is unimportant for someone else. Some like to get out of the hospital gown asap and wear their own PJs and/or robe, while others prefer to wear a comfortable hoodie and easy elastic skirt during the day. Many also like to stay in their hospital gown overnight. Some people need lots of books to read, while others don’t. Really, only you know what makes you comfortable and sorry new moms, this will be a trial.
And so we decided that we’re going to just create a checklist of things you might want. If it’s your first time going to the hospital, you can take everything on the list. If it’s your second or subsequent time giving birth, you might have a better idea of what you like and you can use this checklist as a reminder/guidance.
It’s best to pack your bag at the start of your ninth month. Many people like to buy themselves something fresh and new (a new hoodie, pjs…) so that they feel fresh and taken care of after birth.
Keep in mind that whatever you schlep to the hospital you will have to schlep back, along with a new baby, baruch Hashem! (And all the stuff they give you to bring home as well!)
In the US, most hospitals give all the recovery/post partum items you will need. We included those on the list for those delivering in hospitals that don’t provide it.
There’s other things to think about. Will you have roommates? Will your husband be sleeping in your room (then he might want a pillow and throw blanket). Also, there are some items that the hospital provides, but you might be particular about using one you like (your favorite water bottle, a specific pillow…)
Click here to download the Baby Hospital Packing Checklist.
Carry-On Suitcase/Small Duffle
Clothing:
Snood
Zippered Sweatshirt/Tops
Comfortable Elastic Skirts
Wrap/Morning Robe
PJs
Socks
Shower Slippers/Cozy Slippers
Nursing Bra
Outfit for Going Home
Toiletries:
Lotions/Makeup
Toothpaste/Toothbrush
Mouth Wash
Deodorant
Hair Brush
Mini Shampoo/Conditioner
Face Wash/Body Wash
Lip Balm (hospitals can often have a dry environment)
More Personal Items:
Insurance Card and ID
Siddur (with Shabbos Davening and Tehillim)
Reading Material
10 Foot Charger
A Watch (if there over Shabbos)
Camera
Candies / Gum
Food / Snacks
Reusable Water Bottle
Crackers / Pretzels / Nosh
Ear Plugs/Eye Cover
Glasses
Lenses/Lens Case/Solution
Towel
Throw Blanket/Pillow
Silverettes
Stomach Wrap (helpful post C section)
For the Baby:
Baby Swaddle Set
Baby Hat/Blanket
Burp Cloths
Pacifier
Outfit for the Baby to Go Home
Car Seat
Post Partum & Baby Care
Most hospitals provide these items. This is a list of items you may need if your hospital does not.
For Mom:
Peri Bottle
Dermaplast
Witch Hazel Pads
Disposable Underwear
Lansinoh Nipple Cream
Ice Pads
Nursing Pads
Pain Medication
For Baby:
Baby Formula
Undershirts
Baby Wipes
Diapers
Baby Swaddle Blanket
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