Hospital Bag Must Have Essentials

Packing for the hospital can seem overwhelming. Like, what do I really need? I don't want to overpack and I don't want to under pack. I want to make sure I have the right essentials.

So I thought, what makes packing for traveling easy? A list! So with that, I am sharing my personal list of hospital essential with you all. I hope you find this list helpful and valuable as you are preparing for your little one to enter into the world.

Just a side note. I have Kaiser Permenate, who provides a fair amount of items that I choose to use and not bring from home. Such as non skid socks, diapers, wipes etc. I have included these items on the list incase you'd rather bring your own or your birthing center/hospital does not provide these items.

Moms List:

Drivers License or valid identifications

Insurance Card

Copy of Birth Plan (I purchased this visual one here)

1 fresh pair of clothes to change

Robe (preferably a soft nursing robe)

Slippers or non skid socks

Nursing bra or tank top

Nursing pads

Nipple Cream

Chapstick

Extra long phone charger

Toothbrush and toothpaste

Hair brush and Hair Ties

Perineal Spray or DIY spray

Perineal Bottle

Snacks

Optional items:

body wash

lotion

mints

dry shampoo

make up

Babys List:

Nursing pillow

Going home outfit

Swaddle/Blanket

Knotted gown with hat

Mittens

Socks

Car seat

Binkie or pacifier

Partner List:

Change of clothes

Pillow

Snacks

Blanket

toothbrush

toiletries

Delivery:

Hydration Sticks

Water bottle with straw

Snacks

Diffuser and oils

Music

Magnesium Spray

Tens Unit

Tennis Ball

Peanut Ball