We went in for our 34 week check up, which is more like a 35 week check up because it was 1 day shy. Baby boy is still transverse, he is really comfortable and really stubborn apparently. So, doctor said that if he hasn’t turned by our 37 week check up, they will set an appointment to try to turn him. She casually mentioned that this appointment will take place in an operating room so that an emergency C-section can be performed if needed…say what?!?! The thought that baby could potentially be here that soon kicked my butt into gear! I’ve spent most of today doing research, and shopping, both in store and online, for all the necessities for our hospital bags for mom, dad & baby.
In an effort to take some of the guess work out of what you need, I’ve compiled a list of must-have items for your hospital stay, including my favorites in each category.
Mom’s Hospital Bag
Above items include: (left to right, top to bottom)
1. Destination Maternity Clip Down Nursing Bra (need 2-3)
2. Sole Society ‘Candice’ Oversize Travel Tote
3. Lansinoh Disposable Nursing Pads
4. Nordstrom ‘Butter’ Slipper Sock
5. Nordstrom ‘Moonlight’ Nightshirt
6. Nordic Naturals Postnatal Omega-3
7. Honest Company Nipple Balm
8. Nordstrom Lingerie Nursing Camisole (need 2-3)
9. Kensie Floral Print Lounge Pant
10. Kensie Floral Print Robe
11. Destination Maternity Bow Detail Hipster Maternity Panty (need 2-3)
Other items mama needs…
Slippers, shower flip flops, going home outfit, license, insurance card, camera, camera charger, phone, phone charger, maxi pads, toiletries, chapstick, hair ties, Dermoplast spray, water bottle, Tylenol, vitamins, laptop, laptop charger, pillow, tuck’s pads
Dad’s Hospital Bag
1. Hydro Flask Insulated Water Bottle
2. Ugg ‘Colton’ Lounge Pant
3. Boss ‘Authentic’ Zip Front Track Jacket
4. Ugg ‘Ascot’ Suede Slipper
5. Beats Studio Wireless Headphones
6. iPad
7. Mack’s Earplugs
8. Hershel Supply Co ‘Novel’ Duffle Bag
Other items dad needs…
Toiletries, shower flip flops, 2-3 daytime outfits, phone & charger, pillow, DVDs
Baby’s Hospital Bag
1. Aden & Anais High Seas 4-pack Classic Swaddles (needs 2-3 swaddles)
2. Nordstrom Baby Convertible Cotton Gown & Hat (needs 3 sleepers or gowns)
3. Nordstrom Baby Cotton Hats 3-pack
4. Natursutten Original Pacifier
5. Nordstrom Baby Panda Graphic Romper
6. Maxi Cosi Mico Max 30 Infant Car Seat
7. Aden & Anais Striped Long Sleeve Zipper One-Piece (needs 3 sleepers or gowns)
8. Pottery Barn Kids ‘The Ultimate’ Diaper Bag
9. Aden & Anais Flannel & Muslin Wearable Blanket
10. Boppy Nursing Pillow & Cover
Other items baby needs…
Mittens, burp rags, nursing cover
Extra items to bring…
Hospital forms, social security forms, FMLA paperwork, gifts for nurses, empty box for gifts, cash for vending machines
For easier use, here is a printable checklist that includes all items that everyone needs to have a comfortable hospital stay
hospital-checklist