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Your Ultimate Hospital Bag Checklist

Are you searching for a hospital bag list that includes everything you could ever possibly need? Find yourself googling several websites to find all the possible things you could need with you? Look no further, we got you. Don’t forget to print out the checklist in the end.

Baby bag

Hygiene

  • Wipes
  • Cotton Wool
  • Nappies – Biodegradable ones from MamaBamboo or Naty Newborn
  • Nappy cream

Clothing

  • Babygrow
  • Vests
  • Sleepsuits
  • Baby blanket
  • Hat – Adjustable to fit your baby
  • Scratch mitts – if your sleepsuit or babygrow does not have them built in
  • Muslin – 1 extra large and 1 normal size
  • Going Home outfit

Your Bag

Toiletries

  • Nipple cream
  • Breast pads
  • Emergency Formula and bottle – Check with your hospital as not all provide
  • Maternity pads
  • Washbag – Toothbrush, dry shampoo, face cream, cleanser, basic make-up, lip balm

Comforts

  • Handheld fan
  • Lavendar spray
  • Nursing pillow

Clothing

  • Old nightdress
  • Nice nightdress
  • Dressing Gown
  • Maternity underwear
  • Socks
  • Slippers
  • Going Home outfit

Tech

  • Playlist
  • Speaker/ headphones
  • Phone charger
  • Laptop/ipad

Other

  • Money – Useful for car parking and cafes
  • Sports Water Bottle
  • Cooler Bag – Healthy snacks and energy drinks
  • Bin Bag – For dirty items
  • Hospital notes

Partners Bag

  • Wash Bag
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes
  • Money – Useful for car parking and cafes
  • Baby Car Seat

Print out the hospital bag checklist by clicking here, and remember to bring it with you. Good luck InaMothers – you are now ready to meet your newborn baby.