{"id":5811,"date":"2021-11-23T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-23T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/?p=5811"},"modified":"2026-03-10T14:12:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T14:12:33","slug":"packing-your-hospital-bag-which-home-comforts-should-you-take","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/newborn-essentials\/car-seats\/packing-your-hospital-bag-which-home-comforts-should-you-take\/","title":{"rendered":"Packing Your Hospital Bag: Which Home Comforts Should You Take?"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Many\u00a0expectant parents\u00a0will pack their hospital bag a couple of months ahead of the due date\u00a0\u2013\u00a0around 32\u00a0to\u00a035 weeks.\u00a0Preparation\u00a0is\u00a0key\u00a0so that you can have everything ticked off your list and save yourself the stress later down the line.\u00a0But you may be wondering what to pack in your\u00a0hospital bag.\u00a0<em>Are you\u00a0having twins? Are\u00a0you\u00a0unsure of what to pack\u00a0if you\u2019re having a c-section?\u00a0Does dad need help packing his hospital bag?<\/em>\u00a0 Whatever you worry \u2013 don\u2019t fret\u00a0because we\u2019ve got all the answers!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In the hustle and bustle of\u00a0packing your hospital bag\u00a0essentials,\u00a0make sure you don\u2019t skip past\u00a0things\u00a0that\u00a0benefit mummy herself!\u00a0From pillows to\u00a0nappies \u2013 and of course\u00a0your favourite snacks\u00a0\u2013 you\u2019ll want to have these\u00a0at hand as the big day nears.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We\u2019ve\u00a0pulled together\u00a0a comprehensive list of all the must-haves, whether it\u2019s for you,\u00a0dad\u00a0or baby, as well as\u00a0a few little extra\u00a0home comforts\u00a0to treat yourself with.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-1-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"703\" class=\"wp-image-5812\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-1-1024x703.jpg\" alt=\"Woman ticking off her hospital bag checklist whilst packing\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-1-1024x703.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-1-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-1-768x527.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-1-1536x1055.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-1-2048x1406.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2><strong>Hospital Bag Checklist<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You\u2019ve\u00a0ticked baby clothes off your shopping list,\u00a0decorated the nursery and maybe\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0even\u00a0cracked\u00a0how to\u00a0properly\u00a0install\u00a0a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/27-car-seats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">car seat<\/a>.\u00a0But one of the most important things on your to do list is packing your hospital bag\u00a0essentials\u00a0\u2013 timing is everything!\u00a0Trust us \u2013 when you need to get to the hospital\u00a0ASAP, you\u2019ll\u00a0be grateful\u00a0for having your\u00a0maternity\u00a0hospital\u00a0bag\u00a0ready to go.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong><em>Mum\u2019s hospital bag for labour<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-5816\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Pregnant woman sat writing hospital bag checklist\" width=\"580\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You may have heard people discuss different hospital bags like a hospital bag for labour and a hospital bag for\u00a0after birth. But let\u2019s get rid of the confusion here \u2013 you can use one bag for\u00a0both.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need\u00a0packed for\u00a0labour:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Washbag<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Pack anything you need for an overnight stay, including\u00a0your\u00a0toothbrush, toothpaste,\u00a0deodorant,\u00a0shower gel, shampoo,\u00a0towels\u00a0and any other toiletries that you may want.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>And don\u2019t forget\u00a0super absorbent maternity pads\u00a0\u2013 you\u2019ll\u00a0definitely want\u00a0to keep those handy!\u00a0You\u2019ll\u00a0be surprised\u00a0at\u00a0how many you go through during labour itself, so\u00a0make sure to\u00a0pack some extra ones to get you home\u00a0as well.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Nightwear<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Prior to your\u00a0little one\u2019s\u00a0birth,\u00a0it\u2019s hard to estimate\u00a0how long you\u2019ll\u00a0be needing to stay at the hospital. Although,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0generally safe to say\u00a0that\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0probably be there for at least one night.\u00a0In this case, you\u2019ll want\u00a0clothing that\u2019s\u00a0loose,\u00a0comfortable\u00a0and clean to change into, for example,\u00a0a cotton nightdress or\u00a0loose-fitting\u00a0pyjamas.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Earplugs<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Mum needs her beauty sleep, and we know hospital wards can get noisy, so earplugs are the way forward.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Additional things we recommend packing include:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/safety\/why-you-need-to-create-a-birth-plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Birth plan<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0and hospital notes<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Medicines you\u2019re currently taking<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Slippers<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 to keep your feet nice and toasty from\u00a0the hospital ward floors.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Extra pack of wipes<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>TENS machine<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 used for pain relief (optional).\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Handheld fan<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 to keep you cool during labour.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong><em>Mum\u2019s hospital bag for after birth<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-5817\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Woman holding a nursing bra\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-3-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need packed for after you\u2019ve given birth:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Open front nightwear\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Always pack clothing that\u2019s going to make you feel nice and cosy, but also make sure it\u2019s something\u00a0that has a\u00a0loose waistband and\u00a0easy access\u00a0(if planning to\u00a0breastfeed).\u00a0Dark colours are\u00a0recommended\u00a0\u2013\u00a0this isn\u2019t the time to get out your nice, flowery white garments, as\u00a0baby spillages are on the horizon!\u00a0You may also\u00a0keep going\u00a0from\u00a0hot to cold,\u00a0so pack something that\u2019s going to be\u00a0easy to take on\/off.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Nipple cream\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If you\u2019re planning to breastfeed, make sure to have nipple cream at hand. You may not feel sore when you first start\u00a0breastfeeding if your babe\u00a0takes to it like a pro. However, in the instance that they don\u2019t\u00a0\u2013\u00a0it\u2019ll be a life saver.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Additional things we recommend packing include:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>2 or 3 nursing\u00a0or everyday\u00a0bras\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0keep in\u00a0mind that your breasts will be much bigger than usual.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Nursing pads\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0to keep you dry and comfy after a feed, and you may even need these even if you\u2019re not planning to breastfeed.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Nursing pillow<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Maternity pads<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Big, comfortable knickers<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong><em>Hospital bag for c-section<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-4-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-5813\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-4-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Two options of vaginal birth and c section printed on a piece of paper as a woman goes to tick c section\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-4-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-4-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>If you\u2019re having a caesarean,\u00a0you may be wondering if you\u00a0need\u00a0different hospital bag essentials than if you were to have a vaginal birth.\u00a0However, you\u2019ll pretty much need\u00a0all\u00a0the same things, and a couple of extras:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>High-waisted cotton knickers<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0a couple of\u00a0pairs of\u202fthese will\u00a0work wonders as<strong>\u202f<\/strong>normal knickers may rub your wound.\u00a0Don\u2019t buy\u00a0nylon or lacy fabric\u00a0knickers, as these\u00a0may\u00a0catch\u00a0on\u00a0your wound.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Bendy straws<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0as\u00a0you\u2019ll find it hard\u00a0to sit up\u00a0and\u00a0drink\u00a0after a c-section.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Backless slip-on slippers or flip-flops<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0these are ideal as you won\u2019t have to bend down to put them on,\u00a0which\u00a0could be a little\u00a0uncomfortable\u00a0at first.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Fibre-rich snacks<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0to help relieve constipation, pack snacks like\u00a0dried prunes or\u00a0apricots.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Arnica cream\/tablets<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0arnica cream\u00a0(don&#8217;t apply directly to\u00a0wound)\u00a0can sometimes help\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.babycentre.co.uk\/a536343\/stitches-pain-and-bruising-after-birth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reduce bruising<\/a>\u202fand\u00a0promote\u00a0healing.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong><em>Baby hospital bag<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-5818\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Woman packing hospital bag whilst holding baby onesies\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-5-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-5-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Mum\u2019s hospital bag is also baby\u2019s hospital bag!\u00a0So, all your\u00a0own things as well as your baby\u2019s things can go in\u00a0the same\u00a0pre-packed hospital\u00a0bag.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Nappies<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The number one\u00a0item that should be top of your list\u00a0\u2013\u00a0nappies.\u00a0And believe us, you\u2019ll\u00a0need a lot,\u00a0even if you\u2019re\u00a0only in the hospital for a short\u00a0amount of\u00a0time.\u00a0You can choose either disposable nappies or reusable ones\u00a0\u2013 the choice is yours!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Newborn clothes<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You\u2019ll need to have a selection of clothes. And\u00a0depending on the length of your stay in the hospital, you may need to change\u00a0your cutie\u00a0a number of\u00a0times, so make sure to pack a couple of each. Onesies and vests are the most practical as they\u2019re\u00a0easy to pop\u00a0on and remove. You\u2019ll\u00a0also need to make sure you have a baby hat, as this will help to keep your little one\u00a0warm if the hospital is chilly\u00a0\u2013 plus they\u2019ll also look super cute\u00a0in it.\u00a0The hat will\u00a0also come handy when you\u2019re taking them home\u00a0\u2013\u00a0don\u2019t forget the scratch mittens,\u00a0socks\u00a0and booties too!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Car seat<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>This one\u2019s not so much for the\u00a0hospital overnight bag but more one\u00a0that you\u2019ll need to have prepared.\u00a0Most\u00a0hospitals\u00a0will require that you have a suitable car seat for your\u00a0new teeny tot. This\u00a0will\u00a0ensure their safe journey\u00a0back to their new, loving\u00a0home,\u00a0whether\u00a0that\u2019s\u00a0via car or taxi.\u00a0Best of all, there are hundreds of car seats on\u00a0the market,\u00a0but for\u00a0your newborn\u00a0you\u2019ll need\u00a0a\u00a0<strong>Group 0+<\/strong>\u00a0car seat,\u00a0which\u00a0will then change once your babe\u00a0has grown.\u00a0However,\u00a0we understand it\u00a0can be tricky to get your head around\u00a0all the different types of car seats.\u00a0Thankfully, we\u2019ve got all the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/newborn-essentials\/car-seats\/child-car-seat-groups-explained\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">answers<\/a>\u00a0to help you\u00a0make sense of it all.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Additional things we recommend packing for your babe include:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Baby blanket<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 for when you\u2019re\u00a0going back home.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Muslins\/bibs<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 useful for those messy mishaps.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Baby wipes\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 to clean up\u00a0those little accidents.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Sudocrem\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0super soft\u00a0cream for\u00a0your\u00a0cutie\u2019s\u00a0delicate skin, to protect against the causes of nappy rash.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong><em>Hospital bag for twins<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-6-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-5814\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Twin babies in pink and green car seats\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-6-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-6-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Generally, you\u2019ll need double of everything if you\u2019re giving birth to two bundles of joy. However, here are some additional tips to keep in mind:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Take two bags<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 we recommend\u00a0splitting your hospital bag essentials\u00a0into two bags\u00a0when there\u2019s two on the way as you\u2019ll\u00a0have\u00a0double of everything.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Be mindful<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 after giving birth to twins, you\u2019re most likely to\u00a0be the size you were\u00a0when you were around\u00a0six months pregnant.\u00a0Keep\u00a0this in mind\u00a0when\u00a0packing\u00a0clothes and underwear for after you\u2019ve given birth to your angels.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Extra car seat<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 don\u2019t forget to put\u00a0two\u00a0car seats in\u00a0your vehicle as you\u2019ll be taking an extra little one home.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong><em>Hospital bag for dad<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-7-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-5815\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Mum and dad packing dad's hospital bag together\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-7-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-7-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Let\u2019s not forget dad too! Yes,\u00a0even he may need a hospital bag,\u00a0especially if he\u2019s your birthing partner.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Change of clothes\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 if home isn\u2019t around the corner, dad will\u00a0need an extra pair of\u00a0fresh\u00a0clothes, for example\u00a0pants and a T-shirt.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Comfortable shoes\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0expect\u00a0a lot of\u00a0pacing up and down the ward,\u00a0as well as the hospital room,\u00a0so comfy shoes are essential.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Pillow\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0dad\u00a0may be able to\u00a0catch some shut eye in\u00a0a chair\u00a0so having his\u00a0own pillow will\u00a0make all the difference.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Toiletries\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0take a\u00a0toothbrush, toothpaste, soap,\u00a0and anything else\u00a0that will\u00a0help\u00a0dad feel fresh as\u00a0mummy\u00a0may be in\u00a0hospital for a while.\u00a0And if\u00a0he\u2019s the\u00a0birthing partner,\u00a0he won\u2019t\u00a0be allowed to shower at the hospital so deodorant is a must.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Plenty of change\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 if\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0driving, money will be needed for the hospital car park,\u00a0and plus it\u2019ll also come handy for the vending machine too.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Entertainment\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 when mum to be is getting her beauty sleep, it\u2019s good to have a distraction, for example books, magazines, podcasts or some sudoku.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Music\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 if you want\u00a0to\u00a0feel at home,\u00a0get dad to\u00a0make a playlist so that the hospital or birth centre\u00a0feels more relaxing.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Camera\/smartphone\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0of course you\u2019ll want to commemorate the\u00a0big day,\u00a0so make sure you\u2019ve got some form of a camera at hand to snap\u00a0some gorgeous shots of\u00a0your little miracle.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Anything on mum\u2019s hospital bag checklist\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0once\u00a0you go into\u00a0labour,\u00a0your\u00a0needs become\u00a0dad\u2019s\u00a0responsibility!\u00a0So,\u00a0it\u2019s a good idea\u00a0for him to be\u00a0mindful\u00a0of any last-minute\u00a0things\u00a0that\u00a0need\u00a0to go in\u00a0your\u00a0pregnancy\u00a0hospital bag.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2><strong>Home Comforts\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-8.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-5820\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-8-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Pregnant woman picking up cookies\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-8-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/stagingpresta.kiddies-kingdom.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Hospital-Bag-Checklist-8-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You\u2019ve just been through a beautiful\u00a0journey,\u00a0but it\u2019ll also have been a little bit of an ordeal from time to time. Therefore,\u00a0those extra home comforts will make all the difference.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Lightweight dressing gown<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A lightweight dressing gown is essential. You\u2019ll need something you can throw on quickly\u00a0if you\u2019re birthing in a pool, or if you\u2019re staying in hospital for a few days and going back and forth to the toilet a lot. Plus, once your angel is here, wearing your\u00a0dressing gown\u00a0will\u00a0introduce them to mummy\u2019s comforting smell, as well as friendly bacteria.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Phone and charger\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You\u2019ll want to make sure you have your phone on you\u00a0to keep friends and family up to date, as well as\u00a0announce the arrival of your babe. Don\u2019t forget your charger too, you don\u2019t want to run out of battery\u00a0when snapping pictures of your cutie!\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Snacks\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Cravings will well and truly be underway, and they come at the most unexpected times, so pack a good mix of snacks that you enjoy. And remember, this isn\u2019t the time to battle cravings, so if all you want is a Cadbury\u2019s chocolate bar \u2013 go for it.\u00a0And if you need some\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.motherandbaby.co.uk\/pregnancy\/labour-birth\/best-snacks-for-labour-to-pack-in-your-hospital-bag\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ideas for labour snacks<\/a>, you\u2019re in luck!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Delivery survival kit\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>This should include little bits and bobs that you may want to help get you through labour. For example, you may want your\u00a0phone to listen to music,\u00a0essential oils\u00a0for relaxation\u00a0or\u00a0distractions\u00a0like\u00a0a book or magazine.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Lavender oil\u00a0is particularly good as it has\u00a0multiple uses.\u00a0Get your birthing partner to massage your lower back or neck using lavender oil, and revel in its\u00a0comforting\u00a0fragrance\u00a0which can\u00a0help\u00a0calm\u00a0you down\u00a0during\u00a0labour.\u00a0Plus, it\u2019s\u00a0also an antiseptic, so a\u00a0couple of\u00a0drops on your maternity pad can help to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thegreenparent.co.uk\/articles\/read\/healing-the-perineum-after-birth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">soothe your perineum<\/a>\u00a0post-birth.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Feel good toiletries\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>After giving birth, the last thing you\u2019ll want to do is put on a face of makeup. However, you may want to be able to freshen up for visitors or give yourself a little pampering. Plus,\u00a0you deserve it! So,\u00a0make sure to pack little things like\u00a0facial spray,\u00a0moisturiser,\u00a0lip balm and body spray.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Mints<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Sometimes the gas and air given to you during labour can leave a horrible aftertaste in your mouth.\u00a0So,\u00a0a pack of polos could be a good\u00a0idea to pack\u00a0in\u00a0your hospital bag, for when you need a refreshing uplift!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Pillow<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Small touches\u00a0like packing your own\u00a0pillow can be a good way to remind yourself of\u00a0those special\u00a0home comforts.\u202fIt\u2019ll allow you to\u00a0soften into labour\u00a0as well as\u00a0feel more relaxed in an\u00a0unfamiliar\u00a0setting. Before you know it, you\u2019ll be\u00a0so snug and comfy that you\u2019ll\u00a0think\u00a0it feels just like home!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Remember \u2013 packing your hospital bag shouldn\u2019t be stressful \u2013 think of it as an exciting milestone! And with our\u00a0hospital bag checklist, you\u00a0won\u2019t have to worry about forgetting the essentials.\u00a0After you\u2019ve got your\u00a0packing\u00a0done and dusted,\u00a0you can kick back and relax knowing you\u2019re\u00a0more than\u00a0prepared.\u00a0If you want to be even more on the ball, pop your hospital bag ready in the car or by the front door. That way you\u2019ll be ready\u00a0and raring to go\u00a0for the big day.\u00a0Before you know it, you can\u00a0cradle\u00a0your pride and joy to your heart\u2019s content and\u00a0smother them with snuggles!\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many\u00a0expectant parents\u00a0will pack their hospital bag a couple of months ahead of the due date\u00a0\u2013\u00a0around 32\u00a0to\u00a035 weeks.\u00a0Preparation\u00a0is\u00a0key\u00a0so that you can have everything ticked off your list and save yourself the stress later down the line.\u00a0But you may be wondering what to pack in your\u00a0hospital bag.\u00a0Are you\u00a0having twins? 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