OB/GYN Packs Hospital Bag for Mom, Partner, and Baby #2 | Labor & Delivery & Postpartum Essentials!

This week, The Doctors Bjorkman share what they have packed in their hospital bags in preparation for the arrival of baby #2 in just a few short weeks! After having cared for hundreds of patients with their own hospital bags for labor AND going through it themselves, it's finally time for Sarah to pack her hospital bag again for her own upcoming labor and delivery! Also, find out with they have packed for dad and baby to make it through the postpartum hospital stay and the trip home! And the ONE thing Sarah wanted to make sure she packed this time that she didn’t have the first time!!
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0:00 - Intro
0:35 - What's in Mom's Bag
9:14 - New Addition for this time
11:25 - Partner's Bag
16:39 - Baby's Bag
19:23 - THE MOST IMPORTANT ITEM
Packing Lists (Essentials only)
For mom:
- Pillow
- Nursing bra with easy access
- Shower shoes/Flip-Flops
- Makeup Bag (with shampoo, toothbrush/toothpaste, deodorant, Chapstick, glasses/contacts)
- Robe (a lifesaver for post-partum)
- Comfy clothes (sweatpants, joggers, nursing camisole, zip-up sweater/sweatshirt)
- Going home outfit
- Nipple silverettes
For dad:
- comfy clothes
- phone chargers
- iPad/Laptop
- Bluetooth speaker for music
- camera +/- stand
- SNACKS!
- Going home outfit (and a backup)
For baby:
- CARSEAT
- Going home outfit
- changing pad for ride home if needed
-- DON'T NEED (if in the United States) -
hospital gown, undies/pads for post-partum, peri bottles, diapers, pacifier, wipes, formula, breast pump
Intro Music: A WAY FOR ME - Nicolai Heidlas by Chem Ocampo
Keywords: pregnancy update, the doctors bjorkman, third trimester pregnancy, pregnancy vlog obgyn, labor

[@sabreen45]

My OB is a mom of a 1 and 2 year old and gave birth at my hospital. She gave me the tip of bringing a suitcase with all of our item in one bag (Divided by packing cubes). We definitely looked crazy but it was so much easier than juggling 3 different bags and going home I just chucked everything into that one bag.

[@useridcn]

Agreed. Especially when dad has to be the one who takes care of all the stuff 😂

[@veronicagrave159]

My husband and I were able to do this with our stuff and most of the baby stuff with a carry-on size suitcase. I think we brought the diaper bag too although it wasn’t full. I’m glad we did because we ended up getting a lot of extra stuff from the hospital and also relatives who brought us gifts to the hospital.

[@kyliepfannenstiel6702]

Yup, only will have my carry on rolling suitcase that will have my stuff and extra clothes for my husband (cause he’s bringing his work backpack and not thinking he needs any spare clothes), the diaper bag that only has her going home clothes and two small burp rags for us to use to get the dogs used to her smell before meeting, and my breastfeeding pillow. Debating on taking my pump with me still - got 7 weeks til due date to decide.

[@rebeccaroehl9080]

Pack bendy straws! This saved me so many sit-ups during my labor and postpartum.

[@VrieChica078]

They didn’t mention what I thought were the most essential items for me when my LO was born - a white noise machine (to keep baby sleeping through the noises of the hospital), and a fan (for labor). I had a stroller fan clipped to the side of the bed while I was pushing and it was something I definitely needed throughout my labor.

[@erinmarie1578]

Eye mask, sound machine and earplugs! Helped me so much while sleeping!

[@Meganmama]

I would add: if you do pack minimally that’s totally smart BUT I would have maybe packed a second replacement suitcase to leave at home just in case. I ended up in the hospital for ten days total because I had postpartum preeclampsia that they couldn’t get under control. I was SO sick of the clothes I had and everything smelled gross. I did send my mom/husband to bring me more stuff but of course it wasn’t exactly what I would’ve picked for myself.

[@RW86424]

I am planning on packing a "if I have to stay late, something goes wrong, end up with a C-section or if baby can't breastfeed" bag and just keeping it in the car so it's not cluttering the hospital room if I don't need it, but I have it "at" the hospital if I need it!!

[@mamaberry]

Both of these suggestions are brilliant. Thank you.

[@justwhistlinpixie]

What great timing! I'm almost 38 weeks, so my husband and I definitely need to have our bags on standby. I'm starting to see some early signs that labor is coming, so I need to get things washed, folded, and packed TODAY!

[@giselleduff1001]

Happy 9 Months In, 9 Months Out!! 🎉❤ we're at the opposite end. 10w + 4 😊

[@rachelle2227]

I didn’t bring a pillow the first time, and I will definitely be bringing one next time. I also had an electric blanket. It was so nice to have my own cozy blanket, and a few times I got really cold, so this saved me. Bringing my nursing pillow was essential too. A lot of people say that you can just use a lot of pillows, but my hospital was low on pillows. I was lucky to have two, and they’re not supportive. My arms hurt a lot postpartum, so I was so glad I brought my nursing pillow.

[@frankytalks7941]

Electric blanket you are the mvp, after getting an epidural I thought I would be relaxing comfortably but I was shivering the whole time and so cold, I wish I had that!

[@Meganmama]

The most solid advice in this entire video is ZIPPERS only!!!! Do not go with a long pants outfit full of snaps or buttons. My baby is 7 months and I’ve only put her in snap outfits that other people bought us and I was trying to be nice/take pictures.

[@abbeypotter714]

Exactly! Snaps and buttons are bullshit 😒

[@emmathompson6283]

Unless you have a nicu baby. Snaps come in handy for all the wires!

[@hare8004]

The zipper clothes are also at least twice as expensive. So not like everyone has the choice

[@karinakissell9565]

I think I must be a freak. I really don't mind snap outfits (even for middle of the night diaper changes). Lol

[@jeredmintz8564]

Amen. Snap buttons suck, zippers are the only way.

[@lisadeolalikar424]

YES to Silverettes! If hospitals gave to all nursing mommy's I think that would be amazing! Also, please bring food and snacks.

[@beccared5319]

Did you get the ones they recommend? I was a little shocked by the $59 price tag on Amazon.

[@mela_love]

And do you recommend the silverette with o-feel or without?

[@tiffandfam7466]

Hi ☺️ I'm due in July with my first baby boy after 5 girls 🎉💙 I'm so excited 😊

[@nancygs4555]

Congratulations mama ❤

[@veronicav575]

Congratulations! I have 5 girls as well. I’m due in 4 weeks with a mystery baby. Fingers crossed for a boy!

[@tiffandfam7466]

@@veronicav575 thank you congratulations 🎉🎉 you'll have to keep me updated 💙💝🍼

[@Eringwil5]

I ended up being in the hospital for 6 days due to my baby having jaundice. I packed crazy light because of everything I heard! We both ran out of clothes and after 3 days, the hospital stopped providing me with towels and pads 🤯 but didn’t want us to leave because of covid. It was a horrible experience. Next time I’m bringing a damn suitcase with everything I’ll need to be comfortable just in case.

[@laurentotten2609]

Make sure to bring a newborn size and premie size :) I didn't know my son would be so tiny and his newborn outfit was even too big on him!! Having a few different sizes is helpful.

[@RW86424]

Yes! And a 0-3 month in case baby is too big for newborn, as that has happened to a few of my friends!

[@a_v_16]

Packing my bag today using this video. Thanks for the recommendations!!

[@nickysonder1893]

This video is right on time for me, I'm currently in the process of packing my own bag ^^ Fun to see the differences in American and Dutch requirements. We don't automatically get put in a hospital gown upon arrival when we choose to deliver in the hospital. So I do have to bring something to wear. And we are advised to bring two sets of babyclothing, in two different sizes, as our babies can apparently be slightly too big for the regular one-month-size at birth 😅

[@gk4565456456]

I bought a little fan from amazon that has legs to attach to your hospital bed. That thing was a life saver! Trust me, you get hot!!

[@katiehuizinga3989]

Zippered outfits are great for baby, but snaps are amazing when in the NICU! Lots of wires and access needed and we thought snaps were the best for our little guy.

[@mamaberry]

What about onesies with magnet closures, or the little kimono-style newborn outfits that close mostly with simple cloth ties? Snaps still don't seem like the optimal solution, given the amount of effort required and the level of exhaustion involved, if (or once) the baby is no longer in the NICU.

[@kristenbrooks7289]

Stroller fan!! Attached it right to the side of my hospital bed. Also helped with transition nausea

[@rachelduke1580]

A l&d nurse told me to pack swim trunks for dad in case I want to labor in the shower so he can be in there supporting, massaging etc. "That way if we come in his junk isn't out" 😅

[@Michelle-tc3wk]

I love her….she is adorable. Thank you for all your great tips and advice

[@crystalwoodard1690]

I’m due April 19th. So glad I found this🤰🏾

[@ruddyannsierra482]

Always nice to watch these videos, specially as a first time mom that’s almost there and still working on my bags. I heard other people (nurses in Yt) mention to bring the boppy for breastfeeding. Also snacks and drinks for after (can’t always trust dad with all of that). Thanks for sharing!

[@telt7250]

I'm 34 weeks and I'm so nervous! Your videos give me peace of mind for the coming weeks 😊

[@MewsView]

Absolutely agree for the silverettes. I didn't bother with any nippel cream and I was able to avoid cracked, dry, soreness, what have you. I will forever advocate for them. They are pricy but so with it.

[@Diana-cm7vg]

💕💕💕 congrats on the second baby!

[@brendatorres7662]

I'm currently in the second trimester! Thank you for the ideas

[@lemendezclark]

Food for thought, as a Flight Attendant, just take 1 roller board for all things. One trip, and rolls out! Best of luck!

[@amidthephantomsrose]

This video is right on time for me. Currently pregnant with baby #2 and we're due in August. Our eldest is almost 4, so It's been a while since I've packed hospital bags.

[@useridcn]

Love my hospital. They provide almost everything.

[@lyhouse6960]

Snacks and your favorite soft drink/juice are must haves. I had an emergency C-section a month ago and hemorrhaged. After I got out of the operating room, I was so thirsty I could drink a gallon of water straight up. When the nurse gave me the OK to drink water and juice, I could only get a small bottle of juice from her and ordered a couple of more cups from food service. I wish I brought a big bottle since my husband couldn’t leave and buy one until the second day we were there.

[@sarahrochell1696]

I think it’s so cool we had our first and second pregnancy around the same times! (Same trimesters) 😊 Congratulations ❤

[@reaganlovesreading]

due at the beginning of March…i love your guys’ videos!!! especially the hospital bag videos, it has been so so helpful when packing for me, my husband, and our baby boy!❤

[@marquis101]

My son is an early March baby!!! He is THE BEST. He is going to be 6 this year. Don't blink, it goes by fast!!! Pisces babies are awesome! Congrats!

[@realmomma176]

Baby nail clippers! Our first was born with talons in the hospital had no Clippers. Also we used Puck lights throughout the room including at the nurses station so that night there were no lights on.

[@HatariRed]

I'm in South Africa and due in February. My hospital gave me a packing list - and boy, it is not light. We have to pack two packs of linen savers, two packs of maternity pads, 6-8 baby outfits plus vests, hats, socks and mittens, all baby toiletries and wipes and spirits, all toiletries for mom including wash cloths... oh, and diapers. We also have to split the bag to put more of certain items at the top for easy access by the nurses. I was dumbfounded at the amount of stuff I had to pack, and I haven't even added a pillow for me yet. I've decided to take some of the stuff out and have husband keep it in the car.

[@chantellsenekal2641]

Im also from SA, due in April. Are you booked into Mediclinic, life or another hospital group?

[@frankytalks7941]

I am South African but gave birth in the states, all I had to bring were baby take home clothes, car seat, my toiletries and my going home clothes, everything was provided for baby

[@HatariRed]

@@chantellsenekal2641 I'm booked into a Netcare (Unitas). Our closest hospital is a Mediclinic, and my dr used to practice there, so it used to be an option for the confinement. I have their list as well, and it is definitely a bit shorter/fewer things.

[@lindsaywait8763]

Thanks for the excellent list, I just packed my hospital bag for baby #3! I also added clear gatorade because I tend to get thirsty and need some extra energy during labor, and the hospital here restricts to clear liquids only. Also a wrap baby carrier because last time it was a life saver when I had to stay an extra day for monitoring and wanted to get up and walk around while keeping the little one warm and happy.

[@audrey7650]

Good tip! I’m 37 weeks today & the doctor told me Liquid IV is a great option and it is also clear! Hope things are well with your baby ❤

[@sophiasouthern]

I’ve been waiting for this!!! Due April with my first.

[@maddiemohr9263]

We packed everything (including pillows and blanket) in one huge suitcase so all dad has to carry is one suitcase and a car seat. We also pack a sound machine/night light combo.

[@kimryan903]

Definitely need that extra room in the diaper bag! Our nurses loaded us up with diapers, wipes, formula (for supplementing), pads, mesh undies, etc!

[@TheWhyNotShow]

Thanks for sharing. Really needed to rap my self up

[@Song2LongUnsung]

I'm due May 2nd and can't wait. Thanks for the info!

[@ano.theart3050]

I’m may 10th!

[@kimberlyterry9319]

I'm definitely bringing my own pillow or two the second time around! My neck hurt so bad when I was lying on my side in the bed after getting my epidural!! Also, I'm going to bring a premie outfit in case my second baby is also on the smaller side. My 1st was only 6lbs 5 oz and the newborn outfit was too big on her.

[@dianag.3721]

My Boopy breastfeeding pillow was a game changer. I had not taken it with me to the hospital but made my husband go home to pick it up. After an emergency c-section, it was essential to breastfeed comfortably.

[@patole1648]

I find it fascinating how different rules are applied in different countries. Here in Sweden they actually want the mom to keep the energy high throughout the process so they encourage having a favourite snack with you, and there is always someone who can fix a sandwich in the middle of the night.

[@mamaberry]

I think it's mostly a holdover from the days when C-sections were done under general anaesthesia, because there is a small risk of aspiration. But most people just have a spinal block, these days, so it's a really rare circumstance in an extremely unlikely situation. I've heard that [the rules are] starting to change, but American doctors can be *very* conservative in their practices. [Edits bracketed.]

[@anncannaday3760]

When do you suggest packing the bag?

[@mariaannhayes3257]

I will say I’m taking my own panties, pads, and depends with because the hospital mesh undies only covered half my plus size butt and that was not comfortable lol! I was so greatful I packed my depends last pregnancy.

[@veronicav575]

Amen to depends! I bring my own as well

[@sharontinahuzzy492]

Due on April 25th, so this is so helpful! I definitely have way too much stuff in my baby's bag after watching this 😅

[@cassieleefryeklund5623]

Yes, food immediately after is great!

[@zarzilla392]

especially after a long labor. I couldn't eat for 29 hours of labor in hospital, and I hadn't eaten before because I didn't know I wouldn't be allowed to, so I went 36hrs without food.

[@jaord530]

I loved the Frida Mom delivery and nursing gown. I changed out of it to a robe post labor but found the blue hospital gowns so uncomfortable.

[@rosh7795]

You are the cutest couple ever. Thank you for the information.

[@elenaspecht9875]

The only thing I would add is a hands-free pumping bra! And possibly a cover. I had to pump some with my first and I wish I realized how much a pumping bra can be a lifesaver for not having to hold the flanges on the whole time, and a cover so when people walk in at all hours of the day you can cover up if pumping.

[@julie36535]

There are a few things I have debated taking so I'm planning to pack them separately and leave them in the car so they are easy access if needed, but I can avoid taking too much into the hospital.

[@nmstl]

I loved your convertible car seat review! Can you do something similar for infant car seats?

[@meluvfriends]

This is so wild to watch from Canada. They dont give you anything and when they do they act like its a huge favour. My sisters partner was sent out for formula the day the baby was born. Bought the wrong stuff three times, had no way to warm a bottle in the hospital room. Lactation consultant was a joke when she finally showed up two days later. It was an actual fking nightmare.

[@vivianniu8172]

Oh no, which province? I’m in Ontario and heard they do provide basic things.

[@veronicav575]

That’s socialized medicine for you. “But it’s “free”!”… yeah, but it’s also shitty. The more socialized our medicine becomes here the states the crappier the care becomes.

[@alexyrodriguezLA]

Due June 25th!!!!🥰😁 I'm so excited!!!! Wishing only the best for you, Sarah, and all of my fellow mommas💜

[@marquis101]

Due June 16th!! June 2023 babies woohoo!

[@bmiche6895]

Yay June babies & mamas! Due June 9th 2023!! 💖

[@faithkurosaki1058]

June babies, Due June 15th !! ❤❤❤

[@StephanieDouglassMusic]

I already had my baby last month, why did I still want to watch this? 😂 Joggers are seriously the best. I was thinking if I would bring anything more than what I brought, I would bring a few sets of nursing pads. Though I guess the milk supply isn't in yet that early...just something softer than the bras.

[@veronicav575]

Mine comes in pretty early. Some people’s doesn’t. Best to be prepared.

[@anaramon8033]

Hi I am new to your channel and really love the Contant thank you for sharing

[@kaylaseese6804]

Clip fan to put on the hospital bed! It saved me!

[@mmmslurpees]

I would add bringing a pumping bra just in case! If you need to be separated from baby, baby needs to go to the NICU, some other issue where you need to start pumping … my little one unexpectedly went to the NICU and while the wonderful staff helped me create a pumping bra out of a belly band, the real thing was so much better. I also think having a pair of moccasins/sandals/slip-ons that mama can step into on her own without help (even if you have an unplanned c-section) and wear out to the car or public areas of the hospital or down the hall even … clutch.

[@rachelgratias3123]

My first child I went to the hospital with nothing because my husband said we're just coming back. That wasn't the case lol Really they take care of you, so this list is perfect.

[@torieshun]

Due 13th March and this was so helpful ❤

[@TheDoctorsBjorkman]

We’re so happy to hear this. Best of luck to you and your little one on the way!

[@kapiliere]

I had my baby last month and I wish I'd had a sleep eye mask! The computer in both the labor and delivery room as well as the recovery room had a screensaver that the image changed every ~20 seconds. Some images were light and others were dark so the level of light in the room was changing ~20 seconds which made it really hard to sleep during the short periods of time I could rest.

[@chcnsac]

Great point!

[@user-qq5go2wp5u]

Oh wow 👌 👏 😍

[@wittyvixen2]

Can you link which exact thing you recommend for the Nipple silverettes and what sizes to get?

[@jordanguerra-davis280]

My baby was on the smaller side and the diapers were falling off! Had to send my mom to the store down the road for some newborn diapers 😅 I'll probably pack a few of those next time just in case.

[@mariagraham5296]

You guys helped me out so much. Ive been other “hospital bag” videos and those chicks were starting to stress me out. Their hospital bag list was looong and seemed expensive but you guys helped really did help bring back to reality. Thanks

[@rocior3484]

I had my second before covid and the hospital provided so much stuff. I had my third in mid 2021 and the hospital didn't provide 25% of the stuff they did with my second. This time around I'm just taking all my stuff with me peri bottle, ice pads, Always underwear, etc. I'm not taking any chances.

[@lizzytapia710]

Hi Drs. Bjorkman! Amazing useful videos! I am currently preparing to become a first time mom through IVF, im in all the pre-conceptional preparation (vitamins and stuff).. as part of this im quitting smoking and i found there is not much information regarding how long should one stop smoking for each risk, there is information about how its best to quit 1 year prior to pregnancy and how after quitting for 3 months most couples regain their fertility. However i could not find any information, regarding how long it takes to recover your "baseline" risk in issues like SIDS, low birth weight, etc. This is really making me nervous, what if i dont quit long enough and my baby has SIDS and its my fault!! (I know, dramatic future momma brain). By any chance do you have that data?

[@dreaminginjapan]

Japan gives full course meals during labor 🙈 I can’t understand America at all

[@mamaberry]

It's a holdover from when women would get C-sections under general anaesthesia. There's a (very low) risk of aspiration. But people almost always are awake for C-sections, now. I have heard that it's starting to change, little by little. I still have to check, with my hospital. But American doctors can be *very* slow to change the way they've "always" done things.

[@adagreve9836]

I brought my pregnancy pillow which seemed extreme, but that's the only way I could get some rest during induction

[@downthehall-way7435]

Just a quick tip for breastfeeding baby number two and beyond, the abdominal cramping is insanely intense!! It is more painful and it lasts longer!! Congratulations!!

[@lindsaywait8763]

Oof, this is so true. I was shocked the second time around at how painful the after delivery contractions were!

[@Alyersa]

I have a question for you doctors… how do you feel about the infant head supports you can buy for their car seats? I have been told not to buy them but I noticed it kept babies head more stable.

[@LifeRNhungrynursetravels]

I’d add lidocaine spray and pericare/incontinence pads/hot-cold compresses to the list (I know you mentioned that they have them in the hospital, but I’ve seen the ones we give our patients and they’re extremely flimsy.

[@LifeRNhungrynursetravels]

Otherwise, amazing content!

[@chacha72000]

Only due end of May but already want to be packing 😂

[@zarzilla392]

Things I didnt bring first time but will if I ever do this again: Magic bag. Wrecked my upperback/neck during labor (when the OB did a manual stretch of cervix, while I was not receiving any pain management yet, without telling me this was gonna hurt like ****) and I spent 4 days agonizing and begging the staff for something to help with that but the only thing they cared about was my stomach, how much I was bleeding, and if I was passing gas. NVM that the neck pain was so intense I couldn't breastfeed properly. Terrible experience. As for anything "the hospital will provide" sure but if you are in the states, at what cost?! Heard it's 15k-30k to have a baby in hospital, what the heck? Glad I am Canadian.

[@veronicav575]

We’re all forced to have insurance, so insurance pays for all or nearly all of it for most people.

[@frankytalks7941]

If you are a self paying cash patient is quite affordable 😉

[@livingproof420]

Confort has a price lol

[@xmaryfrancesx]

A question to potentially address in a Sunday Q&A: what are your thoughts on circumcision? Pros and cons? Due with a baby boy in March and going back and forth. Thanks!

[@lydiamahoney177]

The rest of the world finds this sort of thing horrifying. To us, it is like cutting off finger tips incase they don't grow up to keep their nails clean.

[@roxcrm]

Husband and I are for circumcision... and my husband REMEMBERS his! He was around 6 years old with no anesthesia. If we have a boy, we will do it before baby is 1 and will have anesthesia. It's cleaner, healthier and safe when done correctly. It is also part of tradition, culture and religion around the world.

[@kaylarouse5109]

Do you have a link for the nursing camis you have? I want ones like that with actual cups in them

[@Hooplahoma]

I have the same one she showed in the video and I got it at target!

[@laurao8099]

More than one going home outfit would also be ideal if you don't know what size your baby will be. You can have one Premium Outlet one newborn outfit or one newborn outfit and one zero to three month outfit if you tend to have a bigger babies

[@anniecchigoziee7591]

I'm currently pregnant for baby 2 and 35weeks along and I'm yet to pack my hospital things I hope this help

[@kaitlynnicholslate3602]

I brought nursing tanks as well (but not the ones with removable pads) and a cardigan so that after I changed I could wear the tank and have easy access to my boobs, but also a cardigan thats easy to take on and off as I get hot/cold. Best idea I had lol

[@af.9803]

I'm currently 35 weeks and Im only taking one suitcase with wheels for husband and me and the baby's bag so I can pack it with the extra things they give me at the hospital plus bring her cute leaving hospital outfit (in two sizes since shes coming out at 37 weeks) and birth announcement plate. We just dragging those wheels, we are only carrying the baby haha. I also have a toiletry bag inside with things for husband and me. Im not taking shampoo, conditioner etc. Im not washing my hair at the hospital. I will be fine.

[@jordyntodd3611]

My hospital supplies everything for me but almost nothing for the baby! It’s super odd they gave us a couple diapers, a small package of wipes, the little hat & one Velcro swaddle. I had to ask for a blanket 😂 they also had a tshirt but they were 3 months size & my babies are usually smaller than that so I can’t use that either! Another odd thing was I was expecting to have somebody double check how I had the baby buckled but nobody did that & then when I was going to my car, they didn’t even check the base or even ask about it. That was also weird because my sister gave birth 15 days later down the road and they had a complete opposite experience

[@ForrestFam22]

I didn't change out of my hospital gown until after baby was born then I was able to put on my own clean comfy jammies plan on bringing them same jammies when I go have baby #2 im high risk for preeclampsia so I'm 2 weeks away from the 3rd trimester where high blood pressure started to creep up but had no other symptoms of preeclampsia so mama over here is nesting early I'm not due until March but I am wanting to get everything ready for baby boys bag early just in case I might pack my bag early cause the jammies I wanna wear while in the hospital for a couple of days after giving birth I don't wear them now so next week I'll be trying to buy Christmas gifts and baby boys clothes and essentials he needs I also was induced at 33 weeks with my 1 year old daughter so this mama anxious and wants to be extra prepared with my bag ready and babies bag ready

[@poornimabodkekolwalkar4716]

Hello Doctor. I am due for delivery in March last week. Thankyou for the detailed video on Hospital Bag. It was indeed very helpful. I just have a query that should I carry Breast Pump and the feeding bottles and bottle sterilizer too as I have a scheduled C-Section. Thankyou & Regards!!

[@amccoy5199]

My daughter is having a scheduled C-section next week. She asked her OB and she said the hospital has all of that, but you might want to ask your personal OB or ask the hospital you are delivering at to be certain.

[@poornimabodkekolwalkar4716]

@@amccoy5199 Thankyou so much for your response!! 🙏

[@lucieb4741]

A mini fan when its hot days, hospital rooms are hot, at least where i live

[@avetterification]

Is this still good for c-section and potential nicu stay?

[@skippercho]

Did you put this all in one suitcase for both mom mom, dad, and baby?

[@hannahodonnell3608]

Jason Derulooooo

[@user-ch7vd2qg1t]

It’s not a big deal to pack too many baby clothes in my opinion since they’re so tiny. I only brought one with me but I ended up having to stay several days due to complications and so my husband had to run home to get more clothes since I was still learning that boys will pee the second you open the diaper 😅 he soaked me and him on many occasions

[@jessicaelizabeth2677]

Thanks for the information! Outside of the United States (Italy) the hospitals don’t give anything 😅

[@igot7-lu]

I needed this since I'm due in May! Thanks Tho in canada they don't give u much pads or diapers. Apparnelty they just give u 1 or 2 pads. Maybe it's a free health care thing loll they used to give more now they give less and less

[@mayagriffin2826]

What about your breast pump to make sure for proper flange fit and things with the lactation consultant at the hospital?

[@jordanschwartz104]

I’m so conflicted on the pillow lol. I think in their first video they said keep the pillow at home because it will get nasty! But now I’m the second video have the pillow!

[@sbb998]

I brought the biggest nursing pillow and it was very good to have and I didn’t get it dirty at all

[@mamaberry]

I recently tried out a new type of pillow, and my first attempt was comfortable, but just a *bit* too thick for longterm use. It's what I'm packing for the hospital. We're inducing (because I have cholestasis), so I'll want a good night's sleep *before* the labor, too (since they're ripening my cervix overnight).

[@theresammaher]

Do you need a nursing pillow for the hospital? I had that on the list to pack. Thanks!

[@chcnsac]

I would have loved one. Do take one. My arms got tired trying to support the baby all the while learning how to get baby to latch. My back/shoulder muscles ached from the strain which caused even more problems with breast feeding. Packing cubes or ziplock bags with clothes in them. Something to put dirty laundry in. Great video!

[@kapiliere]

I'd pack it but you might not need it. Mine never left our car because my hospital provided me with so many pillows that I was able to use a bunch of pillows they provided me to support my baby while working on figuring out our latch.

[@melissaharris2845]

I didn't pack it and ended up having my mom bring it up when she visited. You could use the hospital pillows but I found them uncomfortable and they didn't provide enough support

[@susanb.8285]

The most important things for the hospital for me were my eye mask and a robe. Absolutely essential to make naps comfy. I had a c section, so the other necessity was comfy slippers that fit my swollen feet.

[@cormiaravenshaw2554]

I had my baby in New Zealand and after the birth they told us they don't even supply diapers and wet wipes. So my husband ran to the next supermarket and had to buy all the baby might need 😂

[@amandaallen9460]

I am curious but was this at the same hospital where you work?

[@kristina282k]

One thing for baby is socks 😂 Hospitals don’t have socks for babies (at least not in Germany) and those tiny feet are always getting lost in those onesies 😃

[@JulietteLatte]

Hand held fan for the mommas that get super hot and feel you can’t breathe that was my thing 😅

[@Mit4798]

Can you bring outside food into the hospital?

[@marquis101]

From my experience and what I've heard from others the answer is yes. But all hospitals are different so I would just ask what their protocol is on that.

[@charwilliams0602]

Literally 2 hours away from labor induction and just now packing bag lol whewwww

[@abiweaver2702]

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