Time to prep…
Things really started to get real for me during my 32nd week of pregnancy. Well, what I mean by that is I began to stress about finding the right pediatrician, what I need to put in my hospital bag, and what if the baby comes early...am I ready?!?!?
With work on my mind wrapping up 2 ginormous, and I'm not being modest here...I mean, I did implement a CRM system and a new website redesign for my department...no biggie...it's been crazy, to say the least. In trying to ensure that everything is smooth at work before I go on maternity leave and make sure that my employees will be set and won't have to stress about too much while I'm out, along with getting everything ready before our bundle of joy arrives, getting the room ready, purchasing last minute items, making sure that we have everything we need (and then some) at home...and oh yeah, the realization that I'm carrying another human inside of me, sometimes I wonder how in the world I seem to keep it together? Really?!?!? Sometimes I just amaze myself.
Hospital Bag Checklist
I'm the type of person who makes checklists.
Grocery lists
Christmas gift lists
Return lists
Travel bag lists
To-do lists
Just to name a few...and now I get to add Hospital Bag to the list! So I sat down and began researching what is in this mysterious hospital bag that we need to pack way in advance. The thing is, is that it's not just items for me, when we leave the hospital we'll be bringing a new little human with us too! So now, I have to think about what the baby will need. And let me tell you, I'm an over-packer! So this time, I'm really trying to do my best in going with the necessities for the both of us...oh yeah, I'll add a little something in there for dad too : )
For Mom
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Cosmetic/Toiletry Bag - to carry all of your toiletry and cosmetic items
Robe
Undies - I suggest sizing up for extra comfort
Feminine Products
Deodorant - need I say more?
Hair Tie
Towel (recommended by many mamas)
Nursing Bra - this is a must!
Comfy Clothes
Slippers
Gum
Water
Snacks
Phone Charger
Phone
Contacts
Contact Solution
Contact Case
Glasses
Lip Balm - gotta keep them lips moist!
Dry Shampoo
Clothes to go home with and after birth
Mama Balm - relief for down there
Nipple Butter - just in case it's needed
Lounge Joggers - these are comfy and loose-fitting, yet still cute!
Sweater - I'm due in December so a sweater is the way to go!
Nursing PJ's - super comfy PJs with easy access for nursing and a cute set to add to your collection!
Weekender Bag - large enough to pack all of your items
Pump - it's best to start learning how to use the pump you'll be pumping with day in and day out
For Dad
Water
Snacks
Phone Charger
Phone
Camera (or just use your phone's camera)
Change of Clothes (never know how long you'll end up being at the hospital)
For Baby
Diapers - did a ton of research on what diapers to get, and these for me passed my test!
Wipes - I wanted something that wouldn't irritate the baby's skin and didn't have harsh chemicals in it
Swaddle and Headband - because baby needs to look camera ready for her first pic!
Clothes
Pacifier - just in case you need it
Car Seat - love the fact that the base allows you to recline your baby! Must-see item!
Car Seat Cover - love the versatility that you could use it as a cover for your car seat and while nursing
Diaper Bag - I love that you could use this as a backpack or a regular bag, and it's lightweight and super adorbs!
Blanket
Going Home Outfit
While surfing the net, I came across many different checklists and I finally came down to creating my own. Let me know if I'm missing anything! Drop a comment and let me know what is/was in your bag. Thanks in advance mamas!
xo - Feuna
