HOSPITAL BAG CHECKLIST

Baby Items Car seat (preinstall it in your car) 2 bodysuits/onesies 2 pairs of socks and booties 1 soft cap 1 warm receiving blanket Seasonally appropriate gear (snowsuit, hat, mittens, etc.) 1–2 burp cloths 1 pacifier

Paperwork Collect the following into a folder: Hospital paperwork Insurance card Photo ID

Toiletries Buy in travel sizes: Body wash Comb/brush Contact lenses and solution (if applicable) Deodorant Facial cleansing wipes Lip balm Moisturizer Nipple cream Shampoo/conditioner Toothbrush Toothpaste HOSPITAL BAG CHECKLIST

Relaxation Bring any or all of the following: Back massager Blanket Eye mask/earplugs Massage oil/lotion Pillow with expendable pillowcase Reusable hot/cold pack or rice sock Squeeze ball Water spray and sponge for face/neck

Clothing 1 pair of eyeglasses (if applicable) 2 bras (nursing) 1 bra (regular) Breast pads 2–3 pairs of nonskid socks 1 bathrobe Headband/ponytail holders 1 light, loose maternity outfit sized for six months 1 pair of slippers and/or flip-flops 1 pair of flat 2–3 pairs of underwear (at least one maternity) 1 expendable nightwear 2–3 heavy-duty maternity pads

Electronics Phone (pre-load it with your contacts) Phone charger Photo and video camera (if not your phone) Portable music player (if not your phone) HOSPITAL BAG CHECKLIST

Entertainment Bring any or all of the following: Earbuds Journal and pens Laptop plus charger/plug Light reading materials (i.e., magazines, etc.) Playing cards

Snacks Bring any or all of the following: Crackers Dried fruit (figs, apricots, dates) Fresh fruit (pears, apples, berries, prunes) Fresh vegetables (carrot sticks, celery sticks, pepper slices) Insulated water bottle Lollipops or hard candy (for dry mouth) Nuts (almonds, pistachios, walnuts)

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