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September 17, 2018
Ask Elizabeth, Motherhood, Pregnancy

Packing the Hospital Bag

Tips & Checklist for Packing the Hospital BagAsk Elizabeth: What did you pack in your hospital bag?

I am a chronic stress packer ๐Ÿ˜‰ hahaha. August 3rd I had some “leaking” and after a phone call to the nurse hotline, they wanted me to go in triage just to make sure my water wasn’t breaking. You see, your water breaks like a water balloon – either all at once or with a small little hole that keeps leaking. Bruce and I both felt like it probably wasn’t amniotic fluid BUT if it was, they would admit us right away because they like the baby born within 24 hours of the water breaking to prevent infection.

At this point, I had not really packed the hospital bag. I had some things in a pile on the ground, but no packed bag. At that point I stress packed because we may actually be staying that night! It turns out that was just a false alarm but it really kick started me on actually packing the bags and getting them all set! haha.

So back to the question, here is everything I packed for my hospital bag!

Packing the Hospital Bag - For Mama For Mama

Robe
Sleep Gown
Socks
Hair Ties
Bike/ Compression Shorts (a friend recommended these for helping hold up those heavy ice packs and pads after birth!)
Leggings (2)
Nursing Sweater / Cardi
Button Up
Loose T-shirts
3-5 Pairs Large Underwear
2-3 Nursing Bras
Chacos (or comfortable shoes)
Belly Bandit
Snacks
Water Bottle
Toiletries bag (make up, shower stuff, getting ready)
Cellphone & Charger
Swimsuit (if you want to use the shower or jacuzzi at the hospital and not be naked)

Packing the Hospital Bag - For Baby For Dada

T-shirts (2)
Comfy Shorts
Sleep Outfit
Underwear (2)
Toiletries Bag
Computer & Charger
Cellphone & Charger
Book
Water Bottle
Snacks
Swimsuit
Air Mattress & Pump (If your hospital allows it)

Packing the Hospital Bag - Fresh 48h OutfitFresh 48 Outfit

Baby Outfit
Mom Outfit
Dad Outfit
Hello Name Tag
Marker

Packing the Hospital Bag - For Baby For Baby

Sleeper (2)
Hat (2)
Bow
1-2 Swaddles
Car Seat
Socks
Going Home Outfit
Pacifier

Other

Camera & Charger
Instax & Film
Sound Machine
Bluetooth Speaker & charger
Heating Pad
Games

Camera Packing the Hospital BagHospital Check List

Did I miss anything that you packed and was a must have for you?! As this was my first, I’m sure I’ll be better at packing this for baby #2! haha!

 

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  1. Amanda | Maple Alps says

    September 17, 2018 at 11:37 pm

    You certainly were prepared! I’m taking all my notes from you ๐Ÿ˜‰

    Reply
  2. Amy @ A Loved Life says

    September 17, 2018 at 11:39 pm

    I LOVE LOVE LOVE how organized this is!
    I’ll definitely be saving this if I ever walk into this season of life ๐Ÿ˜‰ <3

    Reply
  3. Aubry Lybbert says

    September 17, 2018 at 11:53 pm

    Girl, you were so ready! I love that you broke it all down and made a handy graphic. Hello, Pinterest! I’m adding it to one of my boards ASAP.

    Reply
  4. katherine says

    September 18, 2018 at 1:13 am

    Great things for me to keep in mind!

    Reply
  5. Julie Hood says

    September 18, 2018 at 9:33 am

    I think this was everything on my list, too!!! Especially SNACKS! haha

    Reply
  6. Emily of Em Busy Living says

    September 19, 2018 at 12:27 am

    I hadn’t even thought about taking a heating pad! That could be a lifesaver!

    Reply
    • Elizabeth Mayberry says

      September 19, 2018 at 9:55 pm

      Yes! My hospital told me to bring one since they don’t have them!

      Reply
  7. Abi says

    September 19, 2018 at 4:15 pm

    I think the stays at the hospital were my least favorite part, so I never wanted to ‘pack’ because it felt like accepting that I had to stay there. Which I totally had to stay 48 hours with both because I was a hot, hot mess, but still…. denial is my game! =) I feel like I would totally bring a sleep mask now though, if I was to do it again! I’d love to be able to block out light when trying to sleep. And I’d bring a nerf gun to shoot the nurses with when they come to try and kill you, by squeezing your belly/making your uterus contract. That would make me feel a bit better… =)

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  8. Caitlin A says

    September 20, 2018 at 2:41 am

    Dang! This is such a great list of things to pack!

    Reply

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