I was reminded a few weeks ago of my hospital stay after the birth of our son, when I saw a post on Facebook asking for recommendations for items to put in you hospital bag. I, like a lot of first time moms, most likely over packed for that two day stay. I added my two cents in the comments of my friend's post, but it was great to read all of the other comments of other moms, filling in the blanks where I left off.
So I decided I would compile a list of things to put in that hospital bag, and hopefully help out other first time moms, when they are planning ahead for their stay.
1. Nursing Bra- If you are planning on nursing (or a nursing tank will also work well)
2. Toiletries for you and your significant other
3. Lanolin
4. Breast pads
5. Couple of outfits for baby
6. Swaddle blanket (hospital will provide this but you may want to bring your own)
7. 2 outfits for mom
8. Granny panties
9. Snacks
10. Robe
11. Slippers
12. Your own pillow and maybe a boppy to help with nursing
13. Phone chargers
14. Maybe music
15. Health insurance info
16. You will have lots of visitors so whatever you forget, they will bring it!
I hope this list will help out a few other new moms, and feel free to share your experiences/suggestions as well.
