Hospital Bag Inspiration
Be ready for the big day by being prepared for the days after at your hospital or birthing center. Make sure to have your bag packed at least a couple of weeks before, and remember to safely secure your infant car seat before going to the hospital so you can bring your sweet bundle of joy home.
Remember to bring important documents, such as your ID and insurance card, birth plan, hospital registration forms (if you haven’t already registered), emergency contact list, and child’s health care provider information.
For Mom
- Comfy pajamas and robe
- Non-slip socks and slippers
- Hair ties, headband, or hair bonnet
- Lip balm
- Nursing bras and pads
- Maternity underwear
- Toiletries
- Flip flops (for the shower)
- Comfortable going-home outfit
- Nursing and postpartum supplies such as nursing pads, nipple cream, and a postpartum recovery kit
- Water bottle
- Snacks and drinks
- Phone and phone charger
- Headphones and playlists
- Tablet or laptop
- Wallet and cards/cash for parking, vending machines, or food delivery
- Other ideas: earplugs, eye mask, lotions, makeup
For Baby
- Going-home clothes
- Small baby blanket
- Swaddle (if you don’t prefer the hospital-provided blanket)
- Hat and socks
- Car seat
- Hospitals usually will provide you with diapers and wipes, but if you would like a certain brand, bring them.
For Partner/Support Person
- Pillow and blanket
- Comfy layering clothes, slippers/socks
- Phone charger and phone
- Toiletries
- Snacks and drinks
- Entertainment like books, tablets, or headphones for quiet listening while mom or baby is sleeping
