What I’m Packing In My Hospital Bag

The month of July is baby month for us!

Baby LeMaster is expected on July 25th, and I hope for an on-time Christmas in July baby. 🙂 I’d be lying if I said our hospital bags haven’t been packed and sitting in the car with the car seat installed for a few weeks already. As a first-time mom, I don’t know what to expect, and being prepared makes me feel so much better. If you are anything like me and I don’t know where to start, this checklist will help you gather the basics. I even included links to the products we packed. Before I begin, be sure to check with your hospital to see what supplies they provide. If you plan to put your bags in the car ahead of time, be sure to leave the snacks out so they don’t melt/spoil. This was a mistake I almost made and would have been pretty sad about. Let’s hope my husband doesn’t forget to grab the snack bag on the day.

Here is my hospital bag check list…

For Mom:

• Suitcase
• 2 Pajamas Sets
• 2 Nursing Bras
• Going Home Outfit
• Robe
• 2 Comfy Outfits
• Rubber Slides
• 1 Pair of Fuzzy Socks
• 1 Pair of Regular Socks
• Extra Long Phone Charger
• Sleep Mask
• Toiletry Bag Including: Shower Soaps, Makeup, Hair Care, Eye care
• Hair Ties
• Claw Clip
• Chapstick
• Water Bottle
• Nipple Pads
• Nipple Cream
• Nipple Silverettes
• 2 Pairs of Comfy Underwear

For Baby:

• 2 Swaddles
• 2 Sleeper Onesies (I packed 1 in the Newborn size and 1 in 0-3 month size)
• Baby’s Going Home Outfit
• Bib
• Mittens
• Socks
• Pacifiers
• Muslin Blanket
• Photo Props (Name signs, Bows, Hats, etc.)
• Burp Cloths

Extras:

• Birth Plan
• Snacks
• Infant Car Seat (Some Hospitals won’t let you let without one. If you are driving home, make sure the car seat is installed)
• Portable Fan
• Portable Sound Machine
• Fire Stick
• Folder
• Pillows (1 for you and 1 for your support person)
• Blankets (1 for you and 1 for your support person)

For Dad or Your Support Person:

• Weekender Bag
• Sleeping Mask
• 2 Comfy Outfits
• 2 Pajamas Sets
• Going Home Outfit
• Toiletry Bag Including Shower Soaps

If you would like to download and print my hospital check list, then you can find it below! Good luck, momma! xx