Pregnancy Tips: Your hospital bag checklist

The countdown has begun, and you can't wait to meet your new baby. To help you prepare for the big day and the trip to the hospital, we've created a handy checklist of necessities and nice-to-haves that should go into your hospital bag.

The D-day is almost here and we bet you cannot wait to meet your new baby. But there are just a few more things to cross off your to-do list, including making sure that you are well prepared for the big day.

We have created a handy checklist of the “must-haves” and “nice-to-haves” that should be there in your hospital bag for the trip to the hospital. Do make sure that you have your bag packed and ready to go a couple of weeks before your due date, as babies can sometimes arrive earlier than expected.

We bet you can’t wait to meet your baby, but do make sure you all prepared for the big trip to the hospital.

Things for mum-to-be

Two bed pillows with favorite cases
Lotion or massage oil, such as Mustela Baby Oil for Massage
Warm socks
Lollipops for a dry mouth
Paper fan
Soothing picture for focal point
Wooden back massager
Nightgown(s) that opens in the front for nursing
Robe and slippers
Shawl or sweater to put over hospital gown for nursing
Panties and nursing bras
Sanitary pads
Comfortable clothes to wear home
Toiletries such as toothbrush and toothpaste, shampoo and body wash
Bag for taking extra items home

For dad-to-be

Insurance information
Snacks for labor
Cell phone and charger
Reference handouts from childbirth class
Change of clothing
Toiletries, including razor (no scratchy cheeks, Dad!)

Be all prepared to record the big moments. You will only have one chance!

For celebrating the big day

Music and music playing device (phone, computer, tablet, or CD player) for labour, birth, and nursing the baby
Camera and film/phone /digital camera / camcorder for birth and baby photos and video
Batteries and chargers

For taking your baby home

Going home clothes, including a hat and receiving blanket
Car seat already installed in the back seat of the car
Spare diapers and wipes

For preparing your home for visitors

Extra toilet paper, paper towels, and tissues
Hand soap and hand sanitizer (clean hands required for holding the baby!)

For your baby (and you) at home

Diapers and wipes
Gentle clothes detergent
A toy or other welcoming nursery decor
Pre-made meals in freezer (or takeout/delivery menus from restaurants) for hungry parents
Lots of love and cuddles

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