What’s In My Hospital Bag

UPDATE: Now that I’m on the other side, I can confirm I overpacked BIG time! However, I would do it again because you just never know what you’ll need. Every hospital is also different, but mine had basically everything thank goodness! I’m going to put an * by the items I actually used. I’ll share more of Baker’s birth story soon, but my recovery went very smoothly so that’s another reason I didn’t need a lot!

Even though there are already so many blog posts on this topic, I still wanted to share what I’m specifically packing in my hospital bag! I will gladly update y’all on what I actually use once the baby has arrived, but every hospital is different. Some might provide more than others, so it doesn’t hurt to be extra prepared! I will always prefer to be over packed than under packed, and that’s exactly what my hospital bag will be. Lol! As a first-time mom, you never know how your experience will compare to others, and I want to feel as comfortable and ready as possible. If that means bringing too much to the hospital, who freaking cares! Don’t let anyone make you feel stupid about it! 🙂

FOR ME

2 Coming Home Outfits (1 for backup) *USED 1 outfit

Extra Long Charger Cord *USED

Camera

Laptop + Charger (For Netflix/Hulu)

Makeup + Makeup Mirror *USED

Toiletries (Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Deodorant, Dry Shampoo, Lip Balm, Hair Brush, etc) *USED

Straightener *USED

Barefoot Dreams Blanket *USED

2 Pillows (Me + Bo) *USED

2 Towels (Me + Bo) *USED

Snacks *USED

Prenatal Vitamins + Medicine *USED

Robe + UGG Slippers *USED

3 Button Down Nightgowns *USED

Shower Shoes

Frida Mom Postpartum Kit (I doubt I’ll use it until I get home but JUST in case)

Fuzzy Socks

Water Bottle 

Hatch (Sound Machine + Nightlight) *USED

Portable Fan

Snack Baskets for Nurses *USED

FOR BABY

Diaper Bag *USED

2 Coming Home Outfits (1 for backup) *USED

Crochet Blanket *USED

2 Baby Gowns + Hats *USED

2 Swaddles *USED 1 Swaddle

Baby Mittens + Socks *USED Mittens

Pacifier + Clip *USED

Birth Announcement Sign *USED

Door Hanger Sign *USED

Baby Book

Car Seat (Already Installed) *USED

FOR BO

If anyone’s bag is being packed while we’re walking out the door, it’s 100% Bo’s! Lol. I’m sure he’ll just grab his toiletries and lounge clothes. The only thing I’m making sure he has is a decent shirt and probably khaki shorts for some photos with baby. Other than that, he travels pretty light! 🙂

Is there anything I missed that is a must to pack? If so, please drop a comment! I’ll also link my nursery decor inspiration blog post HERE!

XOXO

Kels