Are you all set for the big day? Your baby might arrive earlier than expected, so it’s worth having your baby hospital bag organized and packed during month eight of your pregnancy − just in case.

This checklist will help you prepare everything you’ll need for you, dad/birth partner and your new baby. Perhaps pack your bags together so you can double-check that you’ll each have everything you might need. Once all the bags are packed, keep them handy, either in the car or near the door, so you'll be ready to go at a moment's notice. 

After an uncomplicated vaginal delivery, you'll likely stay in the hospital for 24 to 48 hours. You'll need to rest and wait for any anesthesia to wear off. And your healthcare provider will want to monitor you and your baby for the first day or so to make sure no problems develop. The average stay in hospital after a caesarean is around 3 or 4 days.

MAMA:

1. Vera Bradley, Large Travel Duffel Bag

2. HATCH, The Everyday Nursing Bra

3. HATCH, The Before, During and After Legging

4. Bare Necessities, Jockey Elance Hipster 3 Pack

5. HATCH, The Longsleeve Tee

6. HATCH, The 24/7 Nursing Tank

7. RH Luxury Plush Long Robe

8. HATCH, The Organic Pointelle Nightgown

9. UGGS, Oh Yeah Slipper

10. RH, Ultra-Soft Turkish Slipper

11. Free People, Charlie Rouched Over-The-Knee Grip Sock

12. Havaianas, Flip Flops

13. Bellaband, Pregnancy Belly Band

14. Picture ID, Birth Plan, Insurance Card & any Hospital Paperwork

15. Phone/Charger – Laptop for Zoom

16. Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Makeup, Travel Size Shampoo & Soap, Brush, Hair Ties

17. If needed, Eye Glasses, Contact Case, Solution

18. Bubble Gum for Heartburn

19. Exercise Ball, 85cm/75cm

AFTER DELIVERY:

1. Always Fresh Overnight Maxi Pads with Wings 24-pk

2. Tucks Medicated Hemorrhoid Cooling Pads

3. Preparation H Hemorrhoidal Cream

4. Honest, Calm your Nip Balm