Hospital bag

I want to be minimalist as much as possible
I took robe , bathroom slippers, to go home outfit for me, nursing bra ( some hygiene products for me )
For the baby took different sizes onesie and a blanket
Do I need anything else for me or the baby ? besides some snacks

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sounds good to me!

I’ve heard bringing your own pillow and blanket just because the hospitals may not be the best depending on how long you’re there

I only packed to go home outfits for the hospital. But I packed multiple clothes as I’ll be staying with family member until I give birth. Then for baby, different size clothing, bottles, hats, mittens, socks, blanket, car seat. Then a couple outfits for hubby.

Take a phone charger as well. That’s something that is often forgotten.

If you plan to breastfeed, maybe bring a manual pump or your pump just in case of latching issues so baby can still get breastmilk. (Hospital can provide it so it depends if you just want to use YOURS and they can teach you how to use it). Also labor is HOT so I'd recommend one of those small fans that you can wrap around the arms of the bed, and like others have said headphones or something small to add to your comfort is a big deal once you're in pain from labor 🙂
For baby, definitely bring a hat or something because they have a hard time regulating their temp and head and feet should be covered when possible. I also thought it was helpful to have an empty folder because they will give you so much paperwork and some of it is important and you don't want to lose/mess it up!
Maybe cash for vending machines (more so for support person) since hospital kitchen is only open certain hours.

I agree with about the mini fan and some cash for your support person!
I would suggest bringing a kindle or switch in case things take time, like waiting on induction.
I’m also bringing my supplements I plan on taking once baby arrives.
Last time, I was in the hospital unexpectedly for 8 days (😳🥴) as my blood pressure wouldn’t go down. So I’m packing extra this time loooll

I way overpacked the first time so this is what I’m bringing for the 2nd baby

Seriously not much! I way overpacked last time and didn’t use shit lol. I’m also making Scott pack his own stuff this time lol

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My clothes- pj set w buttons, going home outfit, nursing tanks, labor gown, undies & socks
Portable sound machine
Egg light
Silverette nursing cups
Manual breast pump
Polaroid camera
Pacifiers
Toiletries- face wipes, face lotion, toothbrush, deodorant, hair ties, hairbrush, baby nail clippers
Portable fan
Baby announcement sign
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