I’ve scoured the internet for important hospital bag items this time around. You see, the first time, I just figured I’d pack some clothes, maybe my own pillow, and a newborn outfit for baby. But this time, I’ve done some serious research, and found the best products and must-have items for your hospital bag. The catch? You’ll actually pack three separate bags to fit into your suitcase. That’s right. Here is a comprehensive post on what to pack in your hospital bag.

P.S. Need a checklist? There’s one at the end of this post, so keep scrolling after you watch the video!

What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag

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LABOR BAG

These items are specifically what I’ll need during labor. I plan to use a lot of them while laboring at home, but do plan to take them with me to the hospital too. Many of them are tools I plan to bring along for a natural birth.

*Huge thanks to Lipault Paris for providing this gorgeous luggage. Pictured above is the Lipault Dazzling Plume Spinner and the Lipault Lady Plume Weekend bag

• Diffuser + EO’s (I use Young Living)
• Robes (Mine are from Pink Blush Maternity)
• Nightlight (got mine here from Amazon)
• Sports bra(s) (bought these ones here)
• Swimsuit top for shower
• Birth preference sheet
• Headphones (I show you my ZENbands in the video)
• Water bottle (love my Hydroflask)
• Coconut water or another hydrating drink
• Snacks (crackers with peanut butter)
• Socks with non slip grip
• Birth art + baby’s photo
• Birth affirmation quotes to hang up
• Mints for partner
• Birthing ball
• Music
• Chapstick

(shop the white swing top I’m wearing in this video! It’s non-maternity but fits the bump great and only $39)

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POSTPARTUM BAG

Many of these items are the typical “what to pack” items but there are a few of my own favorites thrown in there. I included some of my favorite nursing-friendly clothing brands, and an adorable hospital robe. I also made sure to add items like a phone charger, or witch hazel, and lastly, my favorite items for breastfeeding.

• Bath towel
• Your own pillow
• Cell charger
• Toiletries (brush, toothbrush, face wash, make-up, contact solution, contacts, glasses, shampoo travel set etc.)
• Comfy clothes for hospital wear
• Underwear + other undergarments
• Depends
• Non-toxic pads
• Witch hazel
• Nipple butter
• Nursing pads
• Nursing shields
• Nursing tanks (mine are these from Ingrid & Isabel)
• Comfortable pants (love these comfy Ingrid & Isabel pants)
• Comfortable dresses/gowns
• Going home outfit (mine is this dress from Isabel Maternity)
• Breastfeeding pillow
• Lullaby Links (nursing necklace charm)
• Camera/Memory card

(shop the white swing top I’m wearing in this video! It’s non-maternity but fits the bump great and only $39)

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BABY BAG

A lot of moms I talk to like to say things like “you don’t need to pack anything for baby because the hospital provides all of that!” But to be honest, I’m one of those annoying people who doesn’t use Johnson & Johnson products for bathing, or traditional diaper brands on my baby, so I like to bring my own baby items. Plus, if we’re being honest, baby doesn’t really need that many things. Here is what I packed for our new baby girl.

• Diapers (I like bambo nature)
• Wipes (I use water wipes)
• Coconut oil in spray bottle (for meconium)
• Baby mittens
• Baby socks
• Baby hat (mine is from Infanteenie Beenie)
• Nosefrida nasal aspirator
• Swaddle for birth (Baby Tula baby blankets)
• Onesies (love these ones)
• Extra outfits
• Extra blankets (Baby Tula ‘Cuddle Me’ blanket for me)
• Going home outfit
• Baby comb and/or brush
• Ring sling (Love my Baby Tula tencel blend ring sling)
• Car seat (We have the Uppababy Mesa)
• Baby book for footprints (optional)

(shop the white swing top I’m wearing in this video! It’s non-maternity but fits the bump great and only $39)

SHOP BABY BAG ITEMS

NEED A CHECKLIST? USE THIS ONE!

I hope this post about what to pack in your hospital bag was helpful to you! I really wish I had something like this the first time around because I found myself needing things that I didn’t have with me!

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