Aquaphor baby: Bonus tip! Put this on baby’s booty right from the start, it makes it SO MUCH EASIER to wipe off the sticky newborn poop (meconium).This way you can pick what’s just right! You can also go the personalized route! I like to bring a few choices, one in newborn size, one in 0-3 month, and for different temperatures. Going home outfit: YAY! so fun to pick this out ahead of time.Hand mittens: These little ones often scratch their own faces in the early days and weeks.Pacifiers: It’s generally not recommended to use pacis in the beginning, especially if you plan to breastfeed, but I like to bring some JUST IN CASE.I’m picky and like to have easy to use ones, but the hospital can probably give you some basic ones if you forget/don’t bring any Nail clippers: Sometimes babies come out with sharp little nails that already need clipping.Cute swaddles: It’s nice to have a few of your own for picture purposes instead of the generic hospital swaddles.The hospital will have diapers, wipes, baby care stuff, free samples, etc. In fact, I always say that you could literally show up with nothing for baby (or yourself for that matter) and you’d actually be totally fine. The hospital will provide you with MOST of the essentials. Breast pump: You probably won’t need to pump during your hospital stay, but it’s a good idea to bring it because the lactation consultant on staff can teach you how to use it if you ask!.These make nursing a lot easier, and learning with one from the start can make a WORLD of a difference Breastfeeding pillow: Something like the Boppy or My Brest Friend pillow.Your own pillow: Hospital pillows suck.Socks: My feet get freezing, extra fuzzy, grippy ones are a great choice.Maternity leggings and nursing tanks for day: I personally felt more comfortable putting on more of “daytime” clothes, but you can also totally just hang out in PJs the whole time.Night nursing bras or camis: this will be a personal preference, but having some light support will keep you more comfortable when your milk comes in, even if you don’t typically sleep in a bra.Robe/Nursing-friendly PJ shirt: something loose, something with easy access to the boob.But in postpartum, you’re actually going to want to bring some loose pj’s or sweat pants for sleeping to accommodate your postpartum pad situation. Loose PJ pants for night: So, I am totally a yoga pants kind of girl.Bring some $1 plastic flip flops from Old Navy Shower sandals: I see how yucky those floors get and how they get cleaned.But you bring what you need to feel clean and comfortable Your own personal toiletries: I brought skincare stuff, toothbrush, and paste, dry shampoo, brush, etc.Phone chargers: Your phone is going to be running on low battery with all the texts, phone calls, and pictures you’ll be taking.Ginger candies: The other good thing about all these hard candy options? A nice burst of sugar/energy during labor, too! These ones have honey in them which is a popular little labor pick-up/ boost. Remember these from the first trimester? They’re baaaaaaack
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