Baby Checklist 1. Your birthing or hospital bag
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Your birthing or hospital bag
Even if you plan on having a home birth these are essentials you will need, it's also a good idea to be ready in case you have an unplanned hospital visit.
What mom might need
- Maternity pads
- Linen savers
- Maternity panties
- Maternity bra
- Breast pads
- Breast pump
- Burp cloths
- Nipple cream
- Massage oil
- Nursing cover
- Feeding cushion
- Jungle juice
What you might need for baby
- Night light / sound soother
- Babygros
- Swaddles
- Disposable or cloth nappies
- Blankets
- Hats
- Dummy
- Bum cream
- Baby wipes
- Nappy bag
- Travel changing mat: If you haven't got one with your nappy bag. There are also changing pouches and clutches which helps keep everything organised.
Extras that might come in handy
- Charger: Cellphones, earphones anything like that don't forget a plug adaptor also comes in handy
- Toiletries: All your usual things and we've especially mentioned a few below
- Hairbands
- Lip balm
- Dry shampoo: Don't need to explain this
- Vaseline
- Face wipes
- Makeup
- Slippers
- Flip flops
- Socks
- Gown
- PJs: Front button down work best for breast feeding and skin-to-skin. Pants should be comfortable if you have a c-section.
- Snacks
- Water: Sparkling or still? You will need it when you're thirsty!
Next checklist: All you need for the baby room