hospital bag packing list for my second child
As this is my second time around packing for the hospital, I think I’ve got my life all figured out ;) Most of the items on my list are repeats from what I brought with me (and used) while in the hospital with Chase but some are new to me!
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First up: the bag! I am using a weekender bag from Modern + Chic. While this particular style is no longer available, they have a great varieties of bags and other accessories you can choose from. I love this women-owned boutique!
Clockwise from top left: Kaydence, Hannah, Marcella, Winnie, Sasha, Rosie. Click on the photo to shop. Code MAMA20 saves you 20%.
While you may not fit everything in one bag, this is the one that holds all the essentials. Pack a bigger bag or small carry-on suitcase with such things like a shower towel, pillow, cozy blanket, and a boppy/nursing pillow.
Now, grab your pen and paper and start making your list. I will list everything shown in the picture below with any links to my favorite items. If you have any questions, please drop them in the comments!
muslin swaddle for announcement pictures
2 sets of jammies for baby (this is the newer version of the jammies Chase wore coming home from the hospital and I bought them in 3 different sizes because I love them so much - they zip from the top down to the toes, too!)
phone charger (extra long cords are a must!)
hatch sound machine (we have one of these in Chase’s room, our room, and the baby’s room! I didn’t bring this with me when we had Chase but am absolutely bringing this Hatch Mini to help drown out hospital noise)
toiletry bag (I love my Kaydence from modern + chic boutique - let me know if you’re interested in what’s inside. I may be in the minority but I showered TWICE when I was in the hospital with Chase. You feel 100% better after a shower)
chapstick (the best chapstick ever!)
velcro swaddles (L&D nurses are the professionals when it comes to swaddling, but if you don’t want to have to rely on them, these velcro swaddles are AMAZING)
nursing bras (amazon) and both of these super soft and cozy Larken products: nursing/pumping bra + postpartum undies (code SNACCIDENT saves you 10% off Larken’s website)
water bottle (bringing my 40oz because it stays cold forever! use code SNACCIDENT10 to save)
going home outfit for me (my Lucky Mother sweatshirt is from Jam Threads and leggings are Shapermint)
brush/hair ties/headband (I only wear Lilac Market Headbands)
cozy socks with grips/slippers (the coziest, softest, pillow-like slippers I’ve ever owned)
compression socks from Motif Medical (check out their site for their breast pumps and other maternity/nursing necessities!)
letter board (ours is from a small shop that closed, but this is a great alternative for your announcement picture!)
Not pictured because I haven’t packed them yet:
makeup bag
snacks
diapers for me (I’m all for using what the hospital supplies but these are just so convenient especially when you’re back at home)
2 sets of jammies for me (I have the leopard print in these from when I had Chase. SUPER soft & comfortable and button down for skin to skin/nursing ease)
nursing tops (I have these from Chase and will be ordering more! I wore them ALL the time!)