Packing your hospital bag

By Philips

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12/03/2021

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2-4 min. read

Did you know only five percent of women deliver on their estimated due dates? As you near the end of your pregnancy, it's best to have your hospital bag packed and ready to go – it's one less thing to think about once you begin feeling labor pains.

Here are a few things to consider as you plan your packing list:

For capturing the first moments and memories

Smartphone and charger
Camera
Laptop or tablet and charger
Journal or baby book and pens

For Keeping Comfortable

Your own pillow
Shawl or blanket
Sliippers or socks with threads
Comfy bathrobe, nightgowns, warm layers and sweatpants
Many pairs of underwear (or disposable underwear)
Toiletries: toothpaste and toothbrush, deodorant, face wash, hair products, brush of comb, moisturizer, lip balm, makup and hand sanitizer
Sanitary pads
Breastfeeding items: nursing bras, nipple cream, breast pads, breastfeeding pillow, a pump and bottles
Comfortable clothes to wear home (maternity clothes are fine-you won't be ready for your pre-baby wardrobe just yet)

For staying busy and eating

Healthy snacks
Books and magazines (for when your newborn is asleep)
Music or white noise
Cash for vending machines and the hospital gift shop
A bottle with a straw (so someone else can hold it during labor or breastfeeding)

For bringing home baby

Hats
Scratch mittens
Stretchy pants and shirts in different sizes
Warm, stretchy blankets for swaddling
Clothes
Car seat (It won't fit in the suitcase, but it's time to install it!)

Please be aware that the information given in these articles is only intended as general advice and should in no way be taken as a substitute for professional medical advice. If you or your family or your child is suffering from symptoms or conditions which are severe or persistent or you need specific medical advice, please seek professional medical assistance. Philips AVENT cannot be held responsible for any damages that result from the use of the information provided on this website.