If you’re a first time mom, or have previous children, you can still benefit from this post. Most moms are super confused and overwhelmed when packing their “Hospital Bag”….

I can tell you from experience, you don’t need that much. Remember, whatever you bring, you probably will end up only using maybe half of it! Here is my ideal suitcase:

Things the hospital will give you:

1. Diapers

Hospital will provide you diapers

      The hospital will give your baby diapers. Ask for extra on your way out. They usually will give you more.

2. Gauze Underwear and Giant Maxi Pads

Not sexy, but you WILL need that much protection.

The gauze underwear are awesome. They are like mesh boy shorts that you can just stick one of the giant maxi pads in and sit on your hospital bed on one of those puppy pads after you’ve given birth.

3. A Glove Filled with Ice

It’s like a frozen hand to cool down your crotch

      If one of the nurses asks you if you want an ice pack, don’t be surprised if she comes back with a rubber glove filled with ice. It’s pretty standard nowadays. TAKE IT. Ask for a rag to wrap it in, or paper towels, then put it on the crotch. Trust me, this and a little spray of Dermoplast will be your best friend.

4. Peribottle 

You will love the peri bottle, so don’t be surprised if you want to use it well after you need it.

       A simple little squirt bottle to clean yourself off after bathroom trips. You’ll be too sensitive to wipe, trust me.

Here’s a tip: Eat before you go to the hospital, because once you’re there, they won’t let you eat during labor! So that’s pretty much it. I won’t tell you exactly what happens after childbirth, that’s for you to find out for yourself!

Xo

Lisa O