Well now that things are REAL and Blake could literally be here anytime in the next 2 and a half weeks tops, I figured I should finalize my hospital bag. 😉Let’s be honest, I’ve had it packed for several weeks in excitement, but I finally put the real necessities in there. Like…SNACKS!
Here’s a peek at my main hospital bag essentials.
One. THE BAG.
Pacapod “Idaho” bag and it’s fabulous, not just because it’s named idaho 😉 It’s roomy, cute and totally durable. You better believe ill rock this bag often for all of Blake’s goodies once she’s here! It’s a 3 in 1 organization system, cool bag, mini changing bag including a changing pad and baby bag!
•Robe
•Nightgown
•Make up Wipes
•Nipple cream
•Chapstick
•Undies
•toiletries
•Socks/Slippers
Three. BABY ESSENTIALS
•Swaddle — I love Raising Royale!
•Diapers
•Take Home outfit
•Beanie/headband
•Booties — Check out June + January’s
•carseat
Four. EXTRAS
•Clothes for the hubby
•More toiletries
•Postpartum oils/goodies
•snacks!
•Chargers
•Electronics
Five. FUN
I’m way too excited about these! I’m going to use one of these as a little gift for my doctor.
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Hopefully I’m not forgetting anything. I have a few other random items in my bag too but those are the essentials. If you can think of anything you think I’ll need, let this newbie know asap in the comments please!
Now, we wait. Baby girl you can go ahead and come anytime now! I can’t wait to meet you!
Xoxo,
Jess
amanda says
June 21, 2015 at 8:08 pmI’m sure you thought of this already, but bring about 5 dollars in quarters for vending machines! I also wish that I would’ve been more prepared for the possibility of a c section (which I ended up having an emergency one) and brought things like: c panty or similar, earth mama angel baby c salve, and some dry shampoo so I didn’t have to stand so long in the shower! Do you plan on nursing? Bring some ready made lactation cookies and smart water 🙂 congratulations and good luck!
Jess Oakes says
June 22, 2015 at 11:02 amI did think about that and then totally forgot!! So thank you for reminding me 🙂 I’m on it!!
You’re awesome! And yes, nursing is the plan so good tips!!
Xoxo
Ashley says
June 21, 2015 at 8:13 pmI love your list! It has a lot of great things you’ll definitely need. My suggestion is to get a little something for the L&D nurses too! My doctor was amazing when I had my daughter but she was in the room for an hour, maybe two. The L&D nurses were there the entire time! They take great care of you and your little one & get you anything you need. I made an AM & PM basket for my nurses. It had lots of goodies and practical things like hand sanitizer and Chapstick. Hope your delivery goes well & congrats!!!!
Jess Oakes says
June 22, 2015 at 11:01 amAh such a good idea!!! Thank you so much 🙂