It’s almost that time to have baby number 2 and I wanted to bring everyone my updated packing list for my hospital bag! For reference, I don’t really feel like I overpacked when we were in the hospital for Oakley but I definitely have slimmed down this packing list for this baby. My bag is completely packed and luckily everything I ordered arrived early as well so I am not waiting on anything! For reference, here is what I packed for Oakley and you will see a few of the same items on this list as that one
The hospital truly does have a lot of things that are needed: diapers, wipes, etc. That being said, Oakley hated being swaddled with the itchy blankets they used and hated having her arms down; so I am bringing an arms up swaddle for this baby. I wish I had brought my pump with me when I was in the hospital with her so I have that packed as well. I also fully intend to exclusively breastfeed, it would be an absolute dream of mine. That being said, I want to prepared in case that doesn’t happen. I felt like Oakley was so hungry in the hospital and I was never offered any formula to give her so I am bringing my own.
Another quick tip I have is to pack everything in a suitcase! So much easier than trying to lug around a duffle bag IMO!
Baby
- Custom coming home outfit
- Arms up swaddle
- Custom name sign
- Newborn socks
- Baby book (code SARAH20 for 20% off)
- Sharpie (for baby book and name sign)
- Formula (just in case)
- Bottles (just in case)
- Car seat
Me
- Chargers
- Big water bottle
- Satin robe
- Slippers
- Fold over joggers
- Long sleeve
- Computer
- Cord blood kit
- Skin care products
- Belly oil
- Underwear
- Socks
- Pump / pump charger
- Blanket
- Makeup
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Lip Mask
- Curler
- Brush
- Snacks and supplements
- ID and insurance card
- Adult diapers (the hospital provides some but I like the ones I used better)
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I just had my baby (also thank you for this list) and I ordered a pair of the Arie joggers. I absolutely love! Thank you for this recommendation and I will be ordering more in the other colors they have. I am not a huge fan of leggings and have found myself to be more into joggers lately. I feel that they are so versatile. Super comfy for the house but can be dressed up at night or styled for the day. These feel amazing, are good quality and fit that versatility for me.