What essentials should I pack in my hospital bag?

Question

Hello lovely ladies! It's time to prepare that hospital bag for labor and delivery. What are the must-have items you packed or wished you had in your bag? From comfy clothes to toiletries and everything in between, let's share our hospital bag essentials!

Answer

Nipple cream
Breast pump
Adult diapers (not a fan of the mesh undies)
Comfy clothes
Nursing pads and nursing bras
Any hair/makeup essentials
If you prefer certain soaps, bring them
Toothbrush & toothpaste
If you have a favorite pillow and blanket 
Car seat
Diapers and wipes (some hospitals will furnish)
Clothes + coming home outfit
Burp cloths 
I would bring olive oil or Vaseline and use a light coating on baby’s booty to make it easier to wipe off that first meconium poop
Boppy
Swaddle blankets
Any preferred soaps if baby will have first bath in the hospital

Answer

Baby #3 is coming and I’m taking the less is more approach. For labor and delivery: chargers, hair ties, glasses and chapstick. For hospital room: few toiletries, snacks, a robe, my fridamom peri bottle, nursing bra, loose pants and a nursing top to bring home, swaddle (for pictures) and going home outfit for baby, a change of clothes for hubby and his nice camera for pictures.

What essentials should I pack in my hospital bag?

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