what's in my hospital bag (pack with me!)

[@SierraStephenIRL]

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[@dnarose4016]

When I tried to click "read more" it tried to transfer me to Amazon. I had to hit "reply" to see the whole comment. Hopefully this is helpful. Love the video! :)

[@UnboundedArtandCrafts]

I don't know if you already got them but silver nipple covers are what I've seen so many use and talk about being the very best while nursing

[@brittzkrieg]

Ugh, bless you for this. I'm not pregnant but I'm gonna need that Aerie sleep shirt stat!

[@kaylaconrad2800]

I have the same suitcase, but in purple

[@mrs.hammertime180]

TAKE EVERYTHING IN YOUR ROOM! Diapers, wipes, all baby items, all mama hygienic items. EVERYTHING. They cannot refuse them or give them to another laboring mama so they get thrown out. First night take everything and pack it. The nurses will restock and then take all that. Repeat. :) Bring honey sticks, dum dums, Gatorade chews, Granola bars, etc. Small things that give you quick energy!

[@K_mosherr]

It would be interesting to see a video after your hospital stay to see how much of everything you ended up using and not needing at all!

[@vanessan2270]

She will use less than half! Lol but as a new mom its something we all go thru. Kinda like packing the diaper back with your 1st vs your 2nd lol

[@AnniCarlsson]

@@vanessan2270 or she will miss a lot off stuff. You never know what happens anf with covid you can't just send Her husband home to get stuff if needed

[@HeatherLynseyMusic]

Aspyn Ovard did that video and she used maybe 3 things 🤣

[@laurenbruce276]

I'd say about 1/4 😂 I didn't even open my bag untill day 2.

[@BB-wl1lu]

Ha it just depends, i actually packed and used more items from my bag with my second baby : )

[@ck2d]

Tell Stephen to bring snacks!

[@prickhead]

Yesssss, you're gonna be SO hungry & hospital food kinda sucks... especially due to covid, I can just imagine the little snack station, microwave, refrigerator area won't be available.

[@bronteg2250]

Also if baby girl is born in the middle of the night or between meals it could be really hard to get food from the cafeteria

[@haleyburgraff732]

Yes! This! I’m due just a few weeks before you and everyone has told me to grab some easy snacks and drinks because of Covid neither of us are allowed to even leave the room, so snacks are a must :)

[@jessicaripko]

I was just about to comment this!! 👏🏻

[@lymanwizardswand]

Definitely this!

[@bcgrote]

Install the car seat at 34 weeks. You don't want to be struggling with that in the hospital parking lot! Plus, go to a fire house or police station and ask them to double check your installation! It's a free way to make sure your most precious item is safe!

[@andreakm3804]

Our fire stations won't do it around here anymore. I was so bummed. Luckily the hospital had a nurse that was a specialist in checking them.

[@valeriem.proulx4922]

If stephen can leave and come back, have him take something that smells like baby home for the dogs to smell. It can make the transition a lot easier on them (and less stressful on you).

[@tpjyo]

Hopefully he can, I think this is a great idea! We were going to this with our cats but he couldn't leave.

[@EmmaLev]

am i pregnant? no do i plan to be anytime soon? no but do i watch every single one of sierra’s videos? YUP 😌

[@amyahgee7407]

This is me🤣

[@samanthagould9136]

Me, too!

[@pattymls7384]

Lip balm!! And a headband. And your glasses!

[@arkansas_girl846]

Yes to the lip balm. I tell everyone that I know having a baby this and they always tell me I was so right and they were so glad they listened to me. I don't know why but my lips got so chapped with both of my babies.

[@EmrysEnergy]

Girl, please take a robe... It's no guarantee you'll be warm enough in the hospital, and their blankets suck. A robe is cuddly, and soft, (and easy access) and you'll be glad of it, I swear.

[@jaimimelissa7495]

And if they have you walk in the halls in the gown, it’s nice that it covers the gap in the back. Although if you choose not to bring a robe, you can always wear 2 gowns, one the right way and one backwards. But I lived in the thin soft robe I brought the whole time I was there.

[@shaunalee7826]

Yes!! Also I had such bad night sweats at night that my cozy robe helped when I had to get up to pee 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@smb89]

Yaahs. And if you end up in a hospital robe it will cover your butt 👀

[@tpjyo]

Yes! I wish I would have brought a robe cause the room was so cold and I was shaking.

[@shazzy83]

Or a hoodie!

[@kimgraves4961]

I’d suggest Stephen bring a swimsuit. It’s the weirdest suggestion I heard but if you end up feeling better in the shower, the swimsuit allows him to join you and feel comfortable in front of the nurses and such.

[@tylerwantstobeacreator9936]

This is such a great idea!!

[@melissacoviello2886]

Great suggestion.

[@jellybean97458]

That's great advice 😊

[@larissacaldwell8864]

As a labor nurse, yes! And thank you!! Especially if you’re laboring in the tub...

[@laurenmarie6474]

Something to consider though is that if she’s getting an epidural she might not be able to get out of bed!

[@melissacoviello2886]

Sierra I suggest seeing if Stephen is able to put your hair in a ponytail or bun beforehand or if not maybe braid your hair. I remember being in labor and asking my husband to put my hair up (it’s incredibly long, thick and curly) and he could barely figure out a ponytail. Never thought someone would struggle with that but then again his hair has never been longer than a few inches and I have a few feet of hair. Haha

[@Jenalamah]

Great tip!

[@bunnylebowski88]

Yess this! I couldn't fix my hair after I got my iv in which was immediately. I was induced. And my bf couldn't put my hair up

[@sarahlara8420]

Yes my husband made a hot MESS of my hair 😭😭

[@lyss222]

Lmao this actually such good advice. My hair was a rat's nest by the time labor was done!

[@charmax88]

my husband tried to put up my incredibly thick long hair using one of those tiny clear ties, I had an IV in so couldn't do it myself. Should've asked the midwife lol

[@meguibo]

The best advise I was given by my nurse was spray the bottle while peeing! To reduce the burning feeling. I know it's annoying to get advice from everywhere but I hope Sierra sees this

[@larissacaldwell8864]

Yep! That’s what it’s for, it really helps!

[@sarahmarie3317]

@@larissacaldwell8864 well technically the bottle is for cleaning without using TP. But it really helps with that fun #2 after birth lol

[@larissacaldwell8864]

@@sarahmarie3317 It has many uses. Part of why it’s so amazing!! My patients use it as they pee, to clean afterwards, and with their first BM! It’s for anything “perineal” and it is totally a lifesaver! 😍

[@irissayshi]

okay... I don't plan on ever having children and am learning so much in these comments lol what is this bottle you speak of? I have so much respect for all yall mommas and everything you go through

[@melissaa2369]

@@irissayshi it was literally the best thing I got from my midwife. It's a bottle that you fill with water and spray after you use the washroom instead of using toilet paper. I had some stitches and the thought of wiping with TP was awful, thank goodness I didn't have to.

[@melissaandstella610]

Yes snacks, don’t forget snacks. With COVID restrictions most hospitals don’t allow partner to leave once you are admitted. And every hospital is different with what they offer the partner food wise. So excited for you guys! ❤️

[@carrierose4289]

SIERRA! As a scrapbooker, place a piece of cards tock or two in your bag! The nurses will do footprints of the baby for records and will also do baby books and papers for scrapbooks at the same time if you ask!! I only knew about this with my third baby and was so glad i took his book with me. Also, throw pens in those folders. You will have to sign sooo many papers. Having a pen handy is helpful!!

[@SarahSquarah]

Make sure to write down to do a “what I actually used from my hospital bag and what I wish I had” video later because I don’t think I’ve seen one of those and that would be amazing!!

[@hollimartin]

Bring snacks!! Also, you definitely over packed but not nearly as much as others I've seen! It's totally normal to over pack for your first and it's not a big deal. Super excited for you guys!

[@texashippie7547]

THIS!!! 100% because the hospital may not have anything for him to eat outside of vending machine food.

[@shelbygrey970]

Omg yes! Snacks FOR SURE!

[@wterri.kitchens6876]

I don't remember packing anything lol

[@manaarzaki]

Agree and in my hospital stay I never even opened my bag and what I did need I left st home and my husband brought it for me

[@mosaic2476]

She ended up using almost all of it!

[@piratequeend5345]

You should bring a book or thr switch! Sounds odd but these things can take a looong time and if you have to stay longer it will be a life saver! Same for Stephen!

[@amandabray3339]

Yes! I went in to be induced and we brought our switch and played Mario for HOURS before the contractions became painful enough that concentrating on the game wasn’t fun anymore

[@GiddyGarlic90]

On the robe: I had a robe I didn't care about in my hospital bag and I'm really glad I had it. I (believe it or not) got cold during labor and wound up wearing it until we got to recovery and realized it was covered in baby goo so we just threw it away. On the swaddles: my hospital exclusively used HALO swaddles and sent us home with a brand new one. It wound up being our favorite swaddle! On Stephen: My husband thought it was major overkill when I pushed to bring 2 pillows and a blanket with us. Immediately when we got into the recovery room and saw that his bed was just a windowseat with a cushion on it and a thin blanket (no pillow), he thanked me for pushing him to bring his own. On the breastfeeding pillow: I saw lots of back and forth about this online - some people saying you didn't need it and other people saying it was essential. I didn't end up bringing it and now that bf is established and I use it all the time I thought it was dumb not to have it in the hospital. I'll definitely be bringing it for the next baby. I saw somebody else mention that you might want a snack bag and I agree! For me, I had gestational diabetes so I wanted to have snacks I'd been craving but wasn't able to eat and I ended up having my husband feed me cheetos while we were doing skin to skin. But even outside of that, giving birth during COVID meant we were paranoid about being exposed in the hospital and having snacks in the room meant we were able to keep our exposure to other people at a minimum.

[@jordiflower]

😂♥️

[@MrJustCallMeMclovin]

If my husband doesn’t feed me hot cheetoes after, he’s not the one😂❤️ I already told him he better do this too. I have GD also😩

[@erikapeck700]

@@MrJustCallMeMclovin I know this reply is slow in coming, but having been through GD, I just want to tell you you're doing awesome mama! Already watching out for baby. It's rough but you got this. Those cheetos will be sooo good. 😊👍

[@gabriellescates5516]

Hey if I were you I would bring just a travel size shampoo and conditioner just in case you have to stay in the hospital longer ... when I had my son we had to stay a little longer because his blood sugar wouldn’t stay stable so I wanted to shower and I had to use the worst shampoo in the hospital lol

[@shano6702]

I second that! With my youngest I was in the hospital for 5 days trying to get his blood sugar stable too and he had to be under the light for jaundice aswell.

[@amandabray3339]

Yes, I was going to leave this comment! So many people think about their hospital stay being super short, but I was induced, so my entire labor happened at the hospital. We went in on Saturday night and didn’t come home until Wednesday. I didn’t pack any shower toiletries and regretted it because after 2 days in labor I definitely wanted a shower and their shampoo was even worse than hotel toiletries.

[@gabriellescates5516]

@@amandabray3339 I remember just bringing the bare minimum of what I thought I would need because I didn’t want to over pack but I actually ran out of clean clothes and stuff so my mom went to the gift shop and bought me some pjs to wear home lol

[@hannahsalisbury-carter8664]

Yes ! I was waiting for this comment, I was the same in hospital for 5 days. Definitely need shampoo and conditioner

[@samv6332]

Agreed I was at the hospital 6 days ! I never expected it either so it’s always good to have extras

[@camilareyes840]

today is international women day, in latin america we are fighting for our rights, please send good vibes 💜💜💜 (love u sierra)

[@JJ-gp4mg]

sending love and prayers your wa

[@Flareontoast]

Sending vibes and love. Take care! Love from Austria

[@justchelsea2010]

I had lactation consultants at my hospital and it was so helpful having my nursing pillow with me because they would visit and help me and show me different positions using the pillow and how to properly latch baby. It was very helpful.

[@serenajae]

My nurse told me not to use it because I was too swollen to get it around my belly which I got super sad about. Also because of Covid I didn’t get a lactation consultant but could’ve just been where I was. So many things different with Covid 🥺 I packed a suitcase too and used like 5 things

[@pegasus0913]

I just gave birth to my first in January and my husband was the same, cut my packing list for him to almost nothing! The only thing he said he regretted not bringing was slippers so he could be more comfortable at night walking around without having to put his shoes back on.

[@katiec211]

Yes! My husband kept stealing mine (ridiculously furry hot pink slides) to go get snacks and he totally stretched them out. We will NOT be forgetting sandals/slippers for him this time!

[@MiaMizuno]

That is so cool! In Germany, in critical parts of covid areas, the husband can join labor, but needs to leave after 1 day. Meaning he does not need to pack too much, he'll be kicked out at some point 😂😂😂

[@andioaro]

I wouldn’t plan on wearing any pants in the hospital you’ll be to sore to put them on plus the nurses need to check you down there every few hours if you don’t want to stay in the hospital gown I suggest getting some nursing gowns.

[@jessincognito]

I agree, no pants. I wore my hospital gown the whole time with a robe.

[@charlotteh71]

I agree no pants

[@solevazquezmaria]

yeah, pants are not practical, esp for vaginal birth

[@breeyawnahinton]

@@jessincognito I love seeing all of the differing views in the comments. I put pants on the next day after both of my vaginal births. They weren't jeans or anything restrictive, but pants nonetheless.

[@Charis6540]

In100% agree plus if you get those pad ice packs it’s easy to just wear a gown, I didn’t even want to wear pants home lol

[@madisonhoskins8322]

Here's what I think you are missing as a frequent flyer at the hospital: - 10ft long phone charger: (outlets are typically scarce and far away) - SNACKS: hospital snacks aren't my favorite. Also, Steven needs snacks, you don't know how long you may be in labor

[@erikahand2896]

I would suggest adding breast pads so you don't leak onto whatever clothing you're wearing. Oh and I wish I had brought my own wash clothes when I was in the hospital. Everything else sounds good though

[@sandybrown8698]

I agree but was also think the nipple cream would be good for the soreness.

[@erikahand2896]

@@sandybrown8698 yeah she already included nipple cream in what she's packing

[@manaarzaki]

If you want to save the leaked milk then milk catchers are amazing

[@sophia.rose420]

Anyone else emotional watching these videos? I got my PCOS diagnosis shortly after Sierra announced hers. While I’m no where near TTC, I have watched her pregnancy journey and it’s given me so much hope and I’m SO happy to see her so happy. No one deserves this more.

[@bethaniedmondson5708]

How are you this pregnant already?! I feel like it was just yesterday you shared with us you were pregnant 🥺 so happy for you two💖

[@GessyB]

I don’t think she’s 30 weeks yet but she’s packing early in case she has to go into labor early or gets induced because the cord is around baby’s neck, but for now it’s not restricting baby’s growth but it might become a problem in the future.

[@bethaniedmondson5708]

@@GessyB yes I know that! I watch every vlog! But i still feel like she just announced she was pregnant 🥺

[@katiechervenka802]

Make a snack bag! We loved having one and not needing to go to the vending machines when we wanted something

[@kaleybarfield9964]

Question (from someone who is nowhere near having kids of their own): Do the doctors usually let you eat? I thought that they usually try to prevent you from eating once you’re in active labor so you’re less likely to have a bowel movement.

[@eternallyhiz]

@@kaleybarfield9964 no not at all. They don’t care if you poop haha. It’s like running a marathon you need to eat!

[@ArielRenee21]

@@kaleybarfield9964 the no eating is so that if you need an emery c section the food/bile don’t come up and cause problems. Same reason you can’t eat x hours before having surgery. And I think they meant a snack bag for after delivery. I don’t have experience but my friends who have kiddos said they were ravenous after delivery

[@katiechervenka802]

@@kaleybarfield9964 I wasn’t allowed to eat until after but my girl came in the evening after the cafeteria was closed so I was thankful that I had brought snacks lol and my husband didn’t want to leave the room so he was also glad!

[@katiechervenka802]

I wouldn’t say “not allowed” they just told me that it could make me throw up if I ate to much so I just didn’t eat before hand

[@lexieharrison299]

We brought our sound machine to the hospital and it was a game changer for sleep. (When we could sleep) The hospital is loud and people are in and out all the time!

[@gabriellelavoie388]

Install that car seat as soon as possible mama!! I drove around with mine for the last two months of pregnancy and it gave me so much comfort knowing it was all ready to go ♥️

[@julia.md2b707]

I’m an in-hospital doula and the biggest thing that helps me helps mon is their stuff being organized. Use packing cubes or something and organize by what you need for during labor vs what you’ll need for recovery. Also water with a straw is a big plus

[@julia.md2b707]

So excited that you liked my comment. If you are interested in in-hospital doulas in San Deigo, look into Hearts and Hands Doulas. We work at both UCSD Health Hillcrest and La Jolla.

[@bunnylebowski88]

Tell Stephen to bring his Nintendo switch trust me he will get bored. And he definitely will want a pillow and lite blanket. They only gave us like a top sheet and a thin blanket

[@tyggrlili26]

Chapstick, chapstick chapsticks lol. And lotion! Preferably non scented so baby can just smell your scent! ❤️❤️

[@ashleyreynolds2134]

Yessss. I had the worst chapped lips of my liiiife during labor!!!!

[@michellequeenkerlin3092]

Absolutely ... I have had 4 babies all very differently and chapstick was the best advice I got !!!

[@lpnffchick]

Please if rolling around a hospital bring some Lysol spray- you want to spray the bag or anything that was on the floor with this Lysol- and of course wouldn’t wanna being that in the car or house.

[@laurensalgado1832]

Okay with the breastfeeding and shirts, I didn’t buy a single nursing top and I thought I would regret it but just pulling up the top of my T-shirt was so much easier. I did have some button up shirts but honestly when holding a crying baby and you’re trying to quickly whip out the boob it’s almost impossible to get the buttons undone so keep that in mind and definitely try the t-shirt as an alternative!

[@cbancesg05]

You’re a planner and I know that’s when you feel your best, so, I’m happy to see you pack and plan for your most exciting day! I will add I think it’s adorable that you’re packing skin care, a bunch of pjs and outfits for baby. You are only there for about a couple of days and they go by fast. BUT your comfort is what’s important and if packing “just in case” stuff helps then go for it, mama!

[@laurensalgado1832]

This may be TMI but for the love of God get yourself some stool softener. I didn’t think about it before a friend had mentioned something and thank God she did because that first bathroom trip post partum can be horrendously painful and the stool softener helps for sure

[@whittydmatt]

Can confirm! It’s a must!

[@eternallyhiz]

Yes omg and take it like every 4 hours 😅

[@rachaelhegi9338]

And start it before birth, don't wait! Can confirm Colace is the best thing ever as I finally took this advice with my third. Game changer.

[@SweetEpiphanies]

Yes! I had scheduled c-sections with my kids and started taking the stool softeners a few days early so it wouldn't be so bad. It was still bad though. Can't imagine what it would have been like without those pills.

[@sandybrown8698]

My hospital provided it!!

[@kristacoleman4712]

I gave birth in November, and I can say with confidence you overpacked... but I'd love to see you make another video postpartum where you rewatch this video and tell us what you used and didn't use. The only stuff I used out of my hospital bag were my phone charger, my going home outfit, my toiletries, shower shoes, socks, a towel from home, and the baby's outfit. My husband packed snacks, clothes, a phone charger, slippers, and shower shoes.

[@Hellonaptime]

Tell Stephen to bring a sweater! It’s really cold at the hospital.

[@katrinacripps1017]

I love watching these videos as I had my first (and only so far) child almost two years ago...and I packed SO MUCH STUFF. And I literally used less than half. I was in the hospital 6 days total. I used my extra long cell phone charger, my own pillow from home, two night gowns (1 gown til I gave birth, then I threw that gown away as it was covered in blood), and then 1 gown til I left. My going home outfit was the same outfit I wore to the hospital. My son was a preemie (34 weeker) so I knew that he wouldn't be going home with me, so I didn't really pack anything for him. But the hospital has almost everything you need. Including toiletries! The less you bring, the less you will have to bring home with you. For our next kid I think I am going to just have a small duffle bag with a phone cord, two labor gowns, and chapstick.

[@Lojo7820]

Hi Sierra, In addition to all of the thoughtful packing you’re doing, I offer a few things to “unpack”. 1. Let go of expectations. Things may not go the way you expect. That’s ok. It’s not about how the baby gets here, it’s that she gets here. 2. Control. It’s ok to feel nervous/afraid/out of control. I don’t know if other moms here have talked about this, but labour made me feel out of control of my body and it scared me. As someone who likes to be in control, it was very disconcerting. The cool thing was that once I did let go, my body took over and it’s wisdom was deep and powerful. 3. Sleep. You will be tired and need to rest after labour. But the nurses will wake you up to feed your baby. This is training for when you go home, and motherhood tbh. It’s ok. You’ll get used to it. I didn’t post this to be negative in any way. I just want to leave a few words of wisdom, things I wish I had heard before giving birth. I’m wishing you, Stephen and baby girl a wonderful birth. 💞

[@historybuzz7867]

Have I ever been pregnant? Nope Am I planning on getting pregnant? Nope Does it matter? Nope Absolutely living for all these vlogs 😂

[@gapeach51170]

If you want unsolicited advice from a mom of four ... the baby gowns with the elastic at the bottom are wonderful. When you are tired and baby needs a diaper change at 2am fighting with snaps, buttons and zippers is a PITA! And when you nurse they pretty much potty every time you nurse them so easy access is awesome.

[@brittdeprins6750]

I am 18 years old. Don’t plan on ever getting kids. But still loved seeing this! Love ya

[@jasminelambert3753]

I’m 20 and same. I just watch these videos because it makes me happy seeing how happy and excited Sierra is for Baby Girl to get here :)

[@susangodfrey6341]

Hey girl, as a mom, here are somethings I didn't see in it bag. Tucks pads( you will need them when u get home to) lidocaine spray just in case things get ripped or cut, and big over night pads the bigger the better. Some hospitals provide them some don't. Brake a leg! It's so fun being a mom.

[@ladykhal]

Hi Sierra, in case you’re not already familiar, I would like to recommend the brittany vasseur channel. She’s a lifestyle guru that recently had a baby and has all sorts of tips, hacks, and life saving product recommendations. I have no kids and somehow still find her videos helpful. Have loved following your journey! Can’t wait to meet baby!

[@flanagankate]

Love this! I was such an early packer too! Might I suggest a few more items: -Extra long charging chord -You're own exercise ball -a hot water bottle (I loved this for my back, it really relieved the pain) - A pen (soooo much paperwork) - Protein bars or easy packaged snacks - You're own soft blanket that you really like because a) you are going to be cold after expending all that energy b) you are going to be annoyed by things that aren't your touch your brand new baby! P.S. he is definitely going to want his own pillow and blanket cause labour can be up to 30 hours etc. You are both going to want to sleep!

[@maryloufairbanks7436]

My husband is the same way but he regrets not bringing a pillow! Thiers are so uncomfortable

[@barbiehightestes4076]

Hey, Sierra! You have no idea how much I’ve enjoyed all things pregnancy in the past few months. I’m currently 22 weeks pregnant with a boy. I actually had a miscarriage last summer and was able to learn and be comforted from your openness about your experience. I’m so thankful that God has given us both heathy babies and just wanted you to know I’m praying for you! Thank you for your content and your heart, you are affecting real lives! Also... as a first time mom, I would LOVE to know more about what your buying and preparing! Thank you so much! 💗

[@mhwits5976]

Me: 19, likely infertile, never wants kids Also me: bring ✍🏻my✍🏻own✍🏻mini✍🏻fan✍🏻to✍🏻hospital✍🏻if✍🏻in✍🏻labor✍🏻

[@jessicajackson102]

Gave birth April 2020. Only wore nursing bras and mesh undies and the I bought undies to wear over so I felt more secure the whole time I was there

[@amyknox5201]

I hear that some people bring stool softener capsules for when you go to the bathroom after labor.

[@natalielungay1139]

The hospital will provide those for you

[@jenniferleotta9539]

The hospital will give you those.

[@katlynbraun3412]

I brought so much clothing my first time..... was mostly naked other than the diaper for most of the time😆 I'm a modest dressing girl too, but all sense of modesty is gone once you have a human exit your body, and 10 strangers (nurses and doctor) are watching you do it.😅

[@lymanwizardswand]

Modesty is definitely gone after having kids.

[@jennrocchi6385]

My bonus mom to me before my first was born "you will lose all modesty, assume everyone wants to check you and you'll open your legs for the cleaning staff" Me after two kids "damn she was right" 🤣🤣🤣

[@delinaprzemielewski7791]

My 3rd baby i stayed home to long because he was my last so I wanted to do home labor a much as possible because I knew if I went id get an epi. I literally showed up in what I was wearing and that is it. He was born in like 15 min of getting there so I didn't have much time lol. Everything for baby was brought up the next day and I showered changed my clothes and was discharged 36 hours later lol 🙃

[@dezeeloop6055]

Truth! I was topless in bed most of the time. Just about every nurse that came in saw me nursing 😋

[@meganbest7068]

A tip I saw when I was pregnant and packing hospital bag was to put clothes etc in sealable bags and labelled. So the partner or midwife can find stuff in the bag. Rather than having to flap around and get everything out the bag. As your the one who packed the bag you know where everything is and they don’t. Plus if something happens to u at least they’d be able to find stuff and quickly if needed xxx

[@AshleasBookshelf]

Having a snack bag is good. I remember getting hungry in the middle of the night while nursing my babies. Also, bring chapstick. Hospitals have such dry air.

[@sarahlara8420]

Pack whatever makes you feel comfortable. Some will say it's too much, and if you don't use it, oh well. Sending lots of love and positivity your way. My little man is 7 months old and I'm reliving my time when I watch these videos. ❤

[@evelynnkreunen8361]

i’ve never been this early on a video before! it’s been a honor and so encouraging to see you walk through pregnancy so positivity! keeping you in prayers for a good rest of pregnancy and labor and delivery!

[@pinkasphalt3019]

I packed a rechargeable book light when I had my second. It was easy to clip to the hospital bassinet for diaper changes and to check on baby without turning on a bunch of lights. Also a goodie basket for the nurses and doctors in L&D. It's not a necessity but they definitely appreciate it 😊. Best of luck Mama

[@meganfrankenberger3906]

bring snacks and chapstick!! the cafeteria closes after a certain time and vending machines aren’t great. i also would suggest bringing shampoo you will be so sweaty and gross trust me you will want to shower. i had an epidural and couldn’t move and ended up throwing up on myself multiple times and it got in my hair. but that’s just my experience and preference!

[@samanthakb]

I ended up using: nightgowns (mostly just stuff with low necklines i could pull down easy), a thick cardigan (it was chilly in the hospital and it was great for just an extra blanket layer), chapstick, hair ties, shower and toiletries, iPad and PORTABLE battery. Trust me, The portable battery comes in handy! Otherwise you have to have extra long charging cords and you don’t wanna get in the way of nurses but you still want your phone or iPad near you. I was so happy i took it. I packed a lot of extras like pads, underwear, that kind of thing but the reality is everything is kind of a mess after you give birth and it’s just sort of nice to be able to ditch it at the hospital or throw it away or something like that.

[@niamh3462]

Sierra is gonna be such a great mama ❤️

[@cherihelms6342]

I totally packed a bunch but honestly didn't really use any of it. Because of COVID, my husband and I were in the hospital for less than 48 hours. I didn't shower and I stayed in the hospital gown the whole time. I totally used everything the hospital provided too! But, you never really know how things are going to go and how you're going to feel! So great to be prepared!

[@Valkyriemoon7]

I totally would suggest something fun to do. A friend of mine was induced and it still took a while for her baby boy to make his entrance.

[@brookew8328]

I agree! We brought cribbage and books, because after being induced it was a long 22 hours.

[@jennrocchi6385]

I brought a portable DVD player and a season of Friends. Ended up with 16 hours of labor so I was so happy I had it. This was 15 (how?) years ago

[@Valkyriemoon7]

They are big gamers so they brought their switch and his gaming laptop

[@tovaskogstrom6287]

I’m currently 7 days past my due date with my first child and came back to your pregnancy videos just because I feel like I can learn so much! 🥰

[@MorticiaAttoms]

Make a copy of your pre registration forms and take with just in case the hospital loses the original. :)

[@SierraStephenIRL]

Such a great idea!!

[@amandanordman5383]

I love how reasonable and flexible your birth plan is. I hope your labor and delivery go smoothly!

[@emilybrown715]

I recommend having a few different pacifier options. My daughter would only use one kind (nuk classic). Any other brand she would spit out within a few seconds. Baby girl might not like the brand you brought. Don't get set on one specific brand.

[@baileyrummler]

Sierra, if you think that a shower running over your head and through your hair feels nice, please take your shampoo and conditioner! It was one of my favorite moments in my post partum days in the hospital. By the time I took a shower, it had been 3 days since I had taken one at home. I needed it and it was really relaxing, soothing, and mentally healing.

[@sbTrogdor]

I'm curious what the birth weights were for you and Stephen. I feel like more 0-3 month and less preemie clothes is needed. Better to have clothing that's a bit too big than too small.

[@hannahbustos6951]

I think the reason she packed more preemie is because of the umbilical cord knot situation!

[@jennrocchi6385]

My first I hardly had any newborn clothes and needed them for awhile (7lbs2oz). My second was ready with newborn clothes and my petite princess needed premie stuff. Taking a variety is a good plan lol!

[@princessfaith925]

Hi I've never been pregnant so definitely take my advice with a grain of salt but here's a few things I've seen in other hospital bag packing videos that you might want to include!! -shampoo and conditioner, I know you said you didn't think you'd want to wash your hair, but you and/or baby girl could potentially be there longer than expected, especially if you have to be induced early, and it might be long enough that you want to do a full shower! Hospitals provide basic shampoo/conditioner (usually a three in one) but since you're doing the curly girl method, you might want your own! -something to keep your hair out of your face (hair ties, scrunchie, headband, etc), labor is intense and you'll probably want your hair out of your face -snacks, hospital food can be expensive, plus the food court most likely won't be open 24/7 and with labor and bonding with a newborn, stephen could be eating at super weird hours when nothing except vending machines are open -a cardigan/zip up jacket/robe incase you get cold!! -a blanket, I know personally that I'd want a comfy, fuzzy blanket instead of just the hospital ones which sometimes kinda suck but this is definitely a personal preference thing -extra reusable face masks, which sounds really weird but you know, covid -this might sound weird too, but I've seen parents mention bringing a small activity to do while you wait to have the baby. If you both have your phones that might be overkill but I've seen a lot of people bring a journal, book, or activity book with them -something you can plug multiple devices into! this is my #1 recommendation for any sort of travel, and I think a power strip or some other kind of adapter might be helpful if there's limited outlets and you have your all's phones, apple watches, and vlog batteries that all could use a charge

[@emilyavalos94]

I was born a month early, like 2 days after my mom’s baby shower, so I def will be also packing early when I am pregnant. It stresses me out when I see people on KZbin say they’re waiting until they’re like 2-3 weeks out from their due date cause I’m like yeahhhh not everyone makes it to that point 😂

[@ativc5232]

I started organizing everything by week 30 (so if we needed to rush, we could grab it and throw it in a bag on our way out), by week 33 I had it all packed and ready to grab, and by week 36, our bags were in the car and had a 2nd set of bags in my mom's car (I work with my parents, so it was in case my water broke while I was working)

[@rebekahmoore3965]

I'm starting to pack at 30 weeks just in case. My mom always went early or exactly on time, plus I have too many medical problems to take the risk.

[@accioxheart]

That first shower the morning after baby is born is GOD LEVEL. I would take some yummy smelling travel stuff cause it just feels so effing good even though it’s a hospital shower. This is also coming from someone who was in labor for 3 days though so maybe I’m biased, but I wouldn’t skip bringing shampoo/conditioner. Knowing it’s possible for you to be induced early, and how long my induction took, I even more so recommend all shower supplies. For you and Stephen both. Truly. Labor can take a long time. ❤️

[@maryjopurtell7268]

My birthing instructor/nurse told us to take what ever they offered you for supplies. All your best plans/brands Baby Girl might not like. I was going to breast feed my first but he couldn’t latch on- ended up pumping and using to cooler bag from the formula to transport the breast milk

[@kaysplace4264]

My son was born with what they called a Batur knot in his umbilical cord but because I wasn't high risk they never caught it. So he was full term actually 6 days over his due date and weighed 4 lb 5 Oz. I'm glad your doctor is keeping a close eye on this. Hugs.

[@its.rebeccamarie]

I’ve been looking forward to this since you announced your pregnancy lol!!

[@ShelbyAleaseSmith]

Me too!!!

[@lyss222]

I wore the hospital gown the entire time and didn't change my clothes until the outfit I went home in. The hospital gown unsnap at the shoulders for breastfeeding access, I didn't have to worry about it getting dirty from leaking milk or bleeding, and they're always checking you to make sure you're healing properly. I had a vaginal delivery but a significant tear and they needed to keep checking down below to make sure the stitches looked OK. If you have an epidural they'll also need to keep checking your back. It was all just easier to leave the gown on!

[@centrality24]

I totally overpacked on clothes. I’m just like you, I try to be practical but also like to be prepared with options. I ended up staying in the hospital gowns the whole time until I changed into my going home outfit on discharge day, which I was fine with using for photos. I also never touched the underwear or adult underwear I packed. I only showered once in those 2 days but let me tell you I felt like a brand new woman after 😂

[@greyschu3476]

I just really want to applaud you for knowing yourself so well and preparing in your own way. I know a lot of times women can get shamed out of bringing make up or comfort items that seem unnecessary, but if it’s going to help you feel more human and comfortable it’s better to have it. Also thanks for being open about your plan to have an epidural! I think it’s cool to normalize all different choices when it comes to pain management during labor and delivery.

[@kalo0806]

Pack lifesavers. Helps with dry mouth when going through contractions.

[@aprilolii]

Your birth plan sounds great! One thing I thought of while listening was delayed cord clamping, it may have been something you left out or maybe something you haven't heard of yet, but there are so many benefits for your baby so I just thought I would mention it in case you haven't heard of it.

[@taylorfleisch2718]

My favorite part of waking up in the morning is when a new vlog comes out 🥰🥰

[@apeekintomyworld8941]

My oldsleat will be 21 in August andI have 15cyear old. Your videos are so nostalgic to me, I love the videos thanks for all those sweet walks down memoriy lane seeing you guys and joy, and excitement of the unknown, yet already love her beyond measure.

[@erinwhiteside8991]

I can't wait for baby girl to get here!!!

[@sarahbyington2440]

wow you are really on top of things. i packed my bag and 34 weeks and my baby was born at 35, don't procrastinate, your preparidness is better.

[@lexireibold8157]

I am so excited for you guys, I know the journey getting her has been hard, but in just a few short months you will have a baby girl to show for it ❤️

[@samanthan.8029]

As a section mama to 4, I would suggest a belly band in case of a section. Once you’re allowed to move it is a true life saver! 💛

[@laurierosendahl]

I work front desk at a hospital and I can always tell the first-time parents by how much stuff they bring with them. 😆

[@shelbybirdsong]

Yessss.... pack as little as possible. You won’t use it. The hospital has the necessities and trying to keep up with everything when switching rooms, leaving to go home, etc., is a pain.

[@delinaprzemielewski7791]

Definitely lol by baby 3 I was in with like an outfit his few things cuz the hospital gives you everything you need and out within less then 72 hours lol.

[@melissap83]

Dermaplast is a must as well for postpartum to use with the water bottle. And tucks pads to line your pad with. I also used all the frida mom products for postpartum. They make witch hazel pad liners, foam, and pad ice packs. It makes it feel so much better. Also, the hard core overnight pads are needed as well. I used those with the frida mom disposable underwear. I’m telling you, frida products for mom and baby are my favorite. Also, a good suggestion that was given to us was for my husband to take some kind of button down shirt for easy skin to skin for him and the baby as well.

[@islajhardy]

ahhhhh I've been waiting for this video. Can't believe you're already packing your hospital bag, feels like yesterday you announced you were pregnant with her! :)

[@bcd6849]

I way overpacked when I had my daughter. I wore the hospital clothes the entire time. I ended up wearing the outfit I arrived in when I went home. Baby wore the hospital tee/diaper and swaddle blanket until we came home..lol. She was 8lbs 7oz and fit into newborn size for only two weeks.

[@carm2296]

Tip: take all the advice the nurses offer! They are amazing with swaddling tips and helping baby girl latch on with breastfeeding! Don’t be shy. They are amazing. Just FYI. 🤱🏽💯❤️❤️

[@katvonr69]

Make sure you pack shoes and socks that are stretchy and a size bigger because my feet got really swollen/puffy after giving birth. I had only one pair of slippers that actually fit me after birth. And I ended up having to stay a week in the hospital so I’m glad I packed enough of everything. But good thing your husband can run and get you anything you need.

[@elishamorgan6438]

Bring snacks!!! After delivery I was starving!

[@lovebbri]

I'm so glad you finally said you were packing your pillow. I am so glad I got that advice because the pillow suuuuck in the hospital. Maybe back a small canvas tote or save a little room in the small additional bag so you pack up all the hospital freebies. Hospital will have these bit sometimes it's nicer to have your own bigger bottle of aquaphor or vaseline and a nasal aspirator or nose frida.

[@itsmehjesssicaa]

The hospitals water bottles are sooooo good, don’t bring yours in. Stephen will get one too if you ask m. I’m so excited for you I miss the hospital stay lol my daughter is 8 months

[@angelaburnett1569]

Yes! I still have mine 6 years later. 🤣

[@tristynh9596]

I bought the same fan after seeing your video and put it in my hospital bad. I had my baby girl two weeks ago and the fan was so helpful! I attached it around the hospital bed so the air was hitting my face. It was the best thing I packed. I also packed a portable charger and that kept it going when the battery was low. Such a great item to bring!

[@simonemill97]

I made 7wks yesterday! can't wait until I'm packing my bag!

[@emilymyrick8801]

I agree with everyone saying bring snacks, but also.... A pumping bra!!! Pumping in the hospital after each feed is the best way to get your milk to come in faster and the lactation consultants will probably bring in a pump with all the necessary parts and show you how to use it, and they can rig some mesh panties into a pumping "bra" but I found it super helpful to just be wearing a pumping bra that was also good for nursing. I used the kindred bravely sublime bra. Also, bring one cozy blanket for you or stephen. My husband and I traded off on the nice blanket because one of us would be cold while the other was hot. It was a nice, cozy, luxurious piece of home.

[@kristiann8122]

Me, not pregnant: 👁👄👁 ✍🏻

[@AdrianaBazz]

Hahahaha same

[@caseycraig8431]

This made me laugh like you wouldn’t believe 😂

[@beccaball7453]

Sierra, your videos always bring me so much joy and you are just a light in the world. You make us all feel like friends and I am so excited about following along on your pregnancy journey! Keep doing you boo 🤩

[@sophiabbrady]

Love watching all of the pregnancy content even though I won’t have a kid for 5+ years 😂