Checklist for maternity hospital bag – What to Pack for Your Pregnant Day

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What to Pack for Your Pregnant Day?

Are you ready for your hospital trip? If not, take a deep breath and read what is coming your way. It’s going to be challenging but also exciting. Packing for a hospital trip can be a little tricky but it is important that you get that right so as not to leave anything behind. Here is a list of things that you should pack in your hospital bag before you check into the hospital.

checklist for maternity hospital bag

Things to pack for your pregnant day in the hospital

Your hospital bag should contain the following items –

  • Baby’s swaddling cloth This is a must-have item and the first item on the list. After your baby is born, you will use this swaddling cloth to wrap your baby in a warm blanket. You should get a few of these for future use. 
  • Baby’s first outfit This is also a necessary item and one that you will use after your baby is born. You should buy a few outfits for your baby to wear after he/she is born. 
  • Baby’s socks Newborn babies cannot wear socks but they will still require a warm blanket. You can buy socks that have the same design as your baby’s outfit and wrap your baby with those.
  • Nursing pads During the last few weeks of your pregnancy, you might experience leaking of milk. This is very common and while it is not a big deal, it can be embarrassing. Nursing pads are like diapers for your breasts that you can use to absorb the milk. 
  • Baby’s health records After you give birth, you need to provide your child with a health record. This can be an easy process or it can be difficult, depending on how organized you are. You can use a simple journal or a computer spreadsheet to create a health record for your baby. It is a good idea to bring these records with you to the hospital.
  • Baby’s car seat You can bring your baby’s car seat with you to the hospital. You can use this car seat to take your baby home from the hospital.
  • Nursing/pumping bra This is a must-have item for any breastfeeding mother. You can wear this bra during your stay at the hospital and also after you are discharged.
  • Nursing pads (once again) During your stay at the hospital, you will be breastfeeding your child and this often leads to leakage. You can use nursing pads to avoid embarrassment. Plus, you don’t want to make the bed dirty.
  • Breast pump If you want to express your milk and store it for later use, you can do that at the hospital. You can bring your breast pump with you and use it to extract your milk.
  • Milk storage bags You need to store your milk in sealed bags that are BPA-free. You can buy these bags at any pharmacy or online.
  • Extra pillows During your stay in the hospital, you will most likely be sleeping on a hospital bed. This bed is not very comfortable and most pregnant women find it difficult to sleep on them. You can use extra pillows to make this bed more comfortable.

A Pregnant woman must-have items

There are a few items that you must have in your hospital bag. Let’s take a look at those. 

  • Journal It is a good idea to keep a journal during your pregnancy. You can use this journal to record your journey, feelings, and emotions. It will also be a good idea to write down the details of your labour and delivery. You can re-read this journal later when you have kids of your own.
  • Lip balm It is a common misconception that you can’t use lip balm when you are pregnant. The truth is, you can use it but you have to choose a natural and organic lip balm to avoid ingesting chemicals that can be harmful to your baby.
  • Hairbrush: Nobody likes bedhead and messy hair when they are in the hospital. You can use a hairbrush to make your hair look neat and tidy.
  • Hand sanitizer: There will be a lot of people coming and going in the hospital all the time. You can use hand sanitizer to clean your hands every time you come in contact with a new person.
  • Tissues: A hospital is a place where a lot of people visit. These people are sick and have germs and viruses on their hands. You can use tissues to clean your hands every time a new person comes to visit you.

Clothes you will need

You can wear whatever you want while you are at the hospital but it is important that you wear the right clothes so that you stay warm and comfortable. Here are a few things you can wear.

  • Sweater or warm jacket: It is common for pregnant women to experience a drop in their body temperatures during the last few weeks of their pregnancy. You can wear a sweater or a warm jacket to stay warm.
  • Leggings: Leggings are comfortable to wear and you can dress them up or down. They are also easy to nurse in if you are breastfeeding.
  • Pajamas: You can wear your normal pajamas to the hospital but remember to wear loose pajamas to make it easy for you to access your breasts. Your doctor might ask you to wear loose clothing during your stay at the hospital as well so try to pack loose clothing.
  • Socks: You can wear warm socks to keep your feet warm.

Bathroom essentials

You can use the following items to make your bathroom look pretty and useful

  • Tissue roll: You can use a tissue roll to cover the toilet seat.
  • Bathrobe: You can use a bathrobe to make your bathroom look pretty and also to warm your body up.
  • Bath towels: You can use a bath towel to dry yourself off after you take a bath.
  • Lotion: You can use lotion to moisturize your skin and prevent it from drying out.

Makeup bag and toiletries: You can use makeup to make your face look pretty and you can use your toiletries such as soaps, shampoos, toothbrushes, and toilet paper.

Food and snacks

There are a few things you can eat and drink during your stay at the hospital

  • Apple juice: Apple juice helps reduce your body’s acidity and cramps. When you are in the hospital, you are bound to experience cramps. Apple juice can help reduce these cramps.
  • Cereal: You can eat breakfast cereal during your stay at the hospital. You can also ask a friend or family member to bring you a snack.
  • Protein shake: You can drink protein shakes during your stay at the hospital. They are easy to make and they will help your body recover after your delivery.
  • Yogurt: Yogurt contains lactobacillus which is essential to your health. During your stay at the hospital, you can eat yogurt to get these benefits.
  • Coconut water: Coconut water is a great source of vitamins and minerals. It is a great drink to have during your stay at the hospital.

Games and entertainment

You can use the following things to pass your time during your stay at the hospital

  • A journal: You can use a journal to write down your thoughts and feelings during your stay at the hospital.
  • Books: A few books will keep you occupied at the hospital. Choose books that are interesting and are related to pregnancy and childbirth.
  • Phone: You can use your phone to play games and listen to music. You can also use a journaling app to record your thoughts.
  • Pads and pens: You can use the pads and the pens in your journal to write down your thoughts and feelings.
  • iPad/iPhone/iPod and other electronic devices You can bring your iPad, iPhone, or iPod with you to the hospital. You can use these devices to listen to music and play games. You can also use these devices to



Hope this checklist for maternity hospital bag helps you in your new baby journey, Feel free to share any missing ideas. 

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