I could recall my hospital bag packing experience, despite it was a peak of covid and knowing all the learning for being prepared, I was not ready with packing until end of the week 39. Suddenly when my contraction got intense, Me and my family just grabbed things for hospital bag and left for hospital.
It is always better to be pre-prepared, so you don’t run around for things at the last minute and get anxious yourself. Consider packing your hospital bag between 35-36th week.
Hospitals provides some basics which is required for you and your new-born. But rest you must be prepared based on what you need and your comfortable things. And also cross verify with your hospitals and care provider for what they allow you to bring when you come to hospital to deliver. And also check with your hospitals if you have any specific concerns.
Here are some checklists for mother and new-born that may help you to prepare your hospital bag
- Medical file
- Proof of ID
- Nursing dress
- Nursing bras
- Maternity sanitary pad (super extra-large)
- Maternity panties
- Cup, spoon, plate
- Flask and water bottle
- Band and comb
- Dress for back to home
- Toiletries - soap, brush, lotion, lip balm
- Moisturiser
- Towel
- Tissues
- Use and throw cloths
- Nuts, healthy fibre rich cookies
- Book that you enjoy reading
- Baby cloths (preferably front open jablas, skin friendly woven cotton washed at home, with skin safe coloured clothing)
- Wash cloth
- Burp cloth
- Use and throw nappies and diapers
- Swaddle to wrap
- Wet wipes
- Cotton towels
- Tissues
- Cap, mittens and socks
- Baby going home outfit
- Blankets (thicker or lighter one based on climate)
- A pair of comfortable shoes
- Extra clothes in case staying longer
- Medical records and additional ready cash
- All charger for your devices
- Plan your office work priorly don’t keep until last week of delivery.
- Importantly get ready with your gift to make your partner happy for entering new stage of life.
