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Below I share the hospital bag checklist items for moms. Items that I actually used.
There’s so much advice out there on what to pack in your hospital bag. I remember always taking note of tips from all of the books, bloggers and friends. I had the biggest list and packed so much in my hospital bag. Yet most of what I packed I never actually used.
It really helped to organise my hospital bag, so I knew exactly where everything was at a glance. I bought a travel luggage organiser bag set for only a reasonable price.
I could see through the organiser bags and tell at a glance which one had my items and baby items. The toiletry bags are amazing, I haven’t stopped using this organiser set since.
After giving birth the things I actually needed and used were:
🌸Things to freshen up
After coming out of theatre I remember wanting to just have a shower, but I couldn’t. I was so glad to have wet wipes, so I could reach them to freshen up. Then once I was mobile the next day it was bliss to have a shower and to feel like one fresh Momma. Lip balm was also needed, for some reason my lips were so dry after birth.
🌸Practical things
The maternity pads, disposal underwear, nursing bras and breast pads were among the main things I was actively using for myself. I can’t imagine forgetting any of these essential items when it comes to after birth and breastfeeding.
🌸 Bidet
Yes after giving birth you need to fill a container when you bravely face going to the toilet. Your bidet is just what you need after birth and during the healing process. Another item I just wouldn’t have been able to cope without.
🌸 Phone Charger
After over twenty hours in labour my Huawei phone was needing to be charged up. Giving birth in 2020 meant that my husband had a short time with baby and I, before he had to leave. I remember being on the hospital bed, unable to easily get things for myself. I am so glad I remembered to ask my hubby to find and plug my phone charger in for me. It was so helpful to have found out in advance, how having a long charger lead is a must. Put it this way if it wasn’t for the long lead, I wouldn’t have been able to have held my mobile while it was charging.
🌸 Comfy Clothes
When it comes to potentially staying in hopsital, think comfort! A Comfy outfit, pyjamas, nursing bras if breastfeeding. Overall any clothing or footwear that brings you comfort. Like your robe and or slippers.
Thanks for reading! I would love to know what items you found most useful, in the comments below.
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