Wherever you re planning to give birth keep a list of important numbers in your handbag or near the phone.
Baby bag list.
What to pack in hospital bag for baby.
After your hospital bag has everything for you then move on to the essentials for baby.
This obviously isn t for the hospital bag but the right car seat should be installed in your car around the same time you pack your baby bag so it s ready for the hospital.
Choose a bag with lots of pockets.
You ll need them to fit all of your baby s needs plus the contents of.
Your newborn will go through as many as 12 in a day.
Having your bag ready ahead of time is a good idea even if you re having a planned c section because labor could start before your scheduled date.
Muslin squares for mopping up any milk your baby brings up possetting.
You ve meticulously gone through the hospital bag checklist for mom and baby but don t forget about packing a bag for your partner.
Even if you re planning to have your baby at home you should pack some things in case you need to go into hospital at any point.
A picture id driver s license or other id your insurance card and the name and phone number of your baby s.
Hello c section in the maternity ward gather up some overnight essentials plus a few things to keep your partner occupied labor can last for a good long while.
Your diaper bag is going to become your home away from home.
A breastfeeding pillows think about what the weather might be like when your baby is born.
With this hospital bag checklist you ll be well prepared for your time in the hospital.
Since you ll both likely be spending a night or two or more.
Baby blanket although hospitals are very warm your baby may need a blanket if it s chilly outside when you leave.
Disposable nappies or reusable nappies.
Many parents say these are among the most useful bits of baby gear.
You need to include.
Your hospital midwife or doula s phone number.
Approved car seat hospitals won t let you leave without one and the base needs to be installed properly in your car.
Babies need a lot of gear.
Baby s hospital bag checklist.
Essentials for the mom to be.