What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag: Pregnancy Checklist of Everything Mom-to-Be Needs for Labor & Delivery Preparing for Baby Third Trimester Labor and Delivery

There's so much to think about and do when preparing for a baby. One important thing that should not be overlooked is packing your hospital bag. Something as small as hair ties can be a life saver. I spoke with some of my mom tribe to find out their hospital bags must-haves. Use this checklist and have one less thing to worry about as you wait for the arrival of your baby!

Comfortable Clothes: Who says you have to stay in the awful hospital gown?

• new robe
• pajamas 
• loose sweatpants
• big underwear
• nursing tanks
• slippers 
• cozy socks

Things to Help Pass the Time: For many, labor can be long, so anything to help you pass the time will help.

• iPad
• tablet
• extra long charger
• playing cards
• yarn and crochet hooks (or whatever hobby you enjoy)
• good book
• magazines
• journal 

Comforts of Home: Bring some of home sweet home with you.

• pillow
• blanket
• photo of your other little ones 

Toiletry Bag: Having your favorite personal items will make you feel like you. 

• travel size shampoo, conditioner and body wash
• toothbrush, toothpaste and mouthwash
• lip balm
• hairbrush 
• hair ties
• makeup (because you will have visitors and take lots photos, it can be nice to feel refreshed and a little “put together”)

Snacks: For you and your significant other because, let's face it, hospital food is usually horrible. 

• granola bars
• fruit
• trail mix
• nuts
• crackers
• chocolate (you deserve it!)

Miscellaneous: Pack a few things for all your new goodies from the hospital.

• folders (for the crazy amount of paperwork you will get)
• handled bag (you may get a lot of gifts and will need something to carry them home in)
• thank you notes
• face mask

Baby Items: Don't forget the star of the show, your new baby! 

• cute outfit for the trip home
• socks
• jacket or sweater, if needed 

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