I remember having my bag packed and ready at like 30 weeks when I was pregnant with Adelyn. Now with my third, I think I just barely got it ready at 38 weeks. However, I felt way more organized and prepared this time on what I truly needed to take. I know there are some things that I don’t absolutely need to take, it’s just nice to know I have it if I do need it.
I used Birdling bags for my hospital bag and I am just in love with everything about it. I used the weekender bag and I can’t wait to use it for other fun travels we have coming up. I have never seen or owned a bag that is more organized and well thought-out as this one. It comes with compartments already inside for easy separation of clothes and other items, with the most spacious side pockets. I can’t get over how organized all of the contents in this bag are and know exactly where everything is. I also love the canvas exterior and all the gorgeous color options. I have the essentials kit as well which holds ev-er-y-thing…no joke I use to have to take what seemed like 10 different small bags to fit all my toiletries and cosmetics in it, but with this, I can fit all that I need into one small bag.
Ok- now that I’ve sold you on the bags, here is everything else I am packing! These are things I’ve learned to take as well as one’s that you suggested when I asked what were your must-haves over on Instagram! Everything shown in these photos are linked below! I will also be hosting a giveaway over on my Instagram for everything I packed!
for mama:
nursing bra (The Dairy Fairy has the best ones)
comfy socks
snacks ( Oat Mama lactation bars)
toiletries – used mostly Erbaviva products for my bag
( shampoo/conditioner, body wash, chapstick, hand cream, toothbrush/toothpaste, brush, face wash, dry shampoo, cleansing wipes for face, makeup, hair tie, tucks, deodorant)
boppy pillow – I used this cover from Madly Wish
peri bottle – this one was the highest rated
Also made my own postpartum spray using my essential oils!
for baby:
going-home outfit (I’m using Honey Babe Clothing for this!)
extras:
my own pillow
diffuser with essential oils
gum
cash for vending machine
camera
hand sanitizer
Now that I am packed, baby can come any day! We are just so excited to meet him! I hope you find this post helpful if you are packing your hospital bag. Just remember that the hospital really has everything that you truly need and everything else is just nice to have to make your stay more comfortable.
xo
Images by the talented Kathleen Peachey
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Thanks for the tips! I need to pack mine… eventually! haha.