Top 10 Things to Pack in Your Hospital Bag

Top 10 Things to Pack in Your Hospital Bag

1. Robe
• You will want something loose and light to wear after delivery and also something that you feel comfortable with having your picture taken in. I bought this robe and I loved it. The fabric is soft and so comfortable that I am still using and love it. 
2. Comfy Clothes 
• You are going to want to wear something baggy for when you go home. I bought these pants because they were able to fit over all of the padding that I was wearing and I got black just in case I leaked at all. 
3. Nursing Bra/Tank Top
• I got these tank tops for sleeping and wearing under my shirts because it was form fitting and helped hold everything where it's supposed to be. 
4. Belly Bandit
• I wore this the next day after giving birth. I used the size calculator off of their website to see what size I needed. I got the small size and I was able to get it on using the largest hoops right after delivering. After wearing it for a couple of weeks I was able to get it to fit on the smallest size. It really helped get me back to my prepregnancy body.
5. Cell Phone Charger
• Don't forget to bring a charger for your cell phone. You are going to want to listen to your music while in labor to set the mood and after delivery you are going to want to take pictures overload so you want to make sure your cell phone is charged and ready for action. 
6. Travel Shampoo, Conditioner, and Soap
• If you have to stay at the hospital for an extra day like we did, you will want to take a shower just to feel human again. Taking a shower really does make a big difference. Bringing these small travel size shampoo, conditioner, and soap won't take up too much room in your suit case. 
7. Flip Flops 
• You never know how clean those hospital showers are so wearing flip flops keeps you from having to walk around bare foot. 
8. Snacks (for husband)
• You are not going to be able to eat while in labor but that doesn't mean that your husband should fast with you. There is always vending machines at hospitals but I wanted to bring something that is healthy and filling. These did the job.
9. Baby's Going Home Outfit
• I loved this little going home outfit. It was perfect for being able to easily get her into the car seat and was so soft and comfortable for her on the ride home.  
10. Infant Car Seat
• I bought this car seat because I knew we were going to have our daughter in the summer. With this car seat it has raised paneling on the back of the seat so even on hot days her back doesn't get sweaty.