Mommy:
2 pair black leggings
1 black nursing tank
1 black nursing bra
2 pair black comfy panties
2 pair socks
2 comfy oversized sweaters/cardigans
Water bottle (reusable: I use an EcoVessel)
Toiletries (for both of us):
Travel Toothbrushes (that fold in on themselves so they don't sit on the sink)
Toothpaste
Deoderant
Travel dry shampoo
Travel shampoo and conditioner
Travel hairspray
Travel handheld mirror
Makeup
Vaseline (my makeup remover of choice)
Comb
Hair ties
Heavy flow pads
Daddy**:
2 boxers
1 undershirt
1 tee shirt
1 pair jeans
1 pair comfy pants
1 sweatshirt
** this was all he let me pack!
Miscellaneous:
Camera
Camera charger
Cell phone chargers
Granola bars and snacks (candy for hubby)
Pens
Large reusable shopping bag for bringing home gifts (we have a large one from TjMaxx)
Breast pump flanges and collection bottles (in case I needed; they had the pump at the hospital)
Baby:
2 short sleeve onesies
2 long sleeve onesies
2 pair mittens
2 pair socks
2 coming home outfits (one newborn, one 0-3 months: you never know!)
2 warm hats
2 receiving/swaddling/cover the car seat blankets
2 burp cloths
Car seat
I packed for my husband and myself and our misc stuff in a standard size duffle type travel bag. I packed the baby's stuff in the backpack type diaper bag we received as a shower gift since it was larger than my regular diaper bag!
So now, for what I actually used!
I used one pair of leggings, the nursing tank, and one sweater for the day I went home. The rest of the time I stayed in the hospital gown since it wasn't hideous and it was so easy for nursing!
I used the incredibly attractive (not!!) mesh postpartum undies the hospital provided the entire time I was there and coming home. They also sent me home with three packs of the undies! I used them for about a week after we got home!
For the most part, I didn't use most of the clothing items I packed. It is personal preference, but that's what worked for me!
I did use my water bottle! The tiny cups and pitchers that are available to you just didn't cut it for me!
Most of the toiletries were used, with the exception of the pads. Again, you will want to use the ones the hospital provides! They also sent me home with over a weeks worth of supplies! Take it!
My husband barely used any of what I packed for him! He used the comfy pants for night time, that was it! Because we went to the hospital from the doctors, we didn't have the car seat, etc., so he was able to run home and gather what we needed and shower and change at home!
Our sweet baby boy lived in the hospital onesies and their swaddling blankets. It was just easier! Also, I should mention, diapers and wipes were provided and sent home with us! We did use the mittens because those little nails are razor sharp and he loved to scratch his face! The only thing we used was a onesie, his newborn coming home outfit, a hat, and the blankets on the day we went home since it was barely 40 degrees outside! Aside from that, we didn't use anything else we packed for him!
All of the miscellaneous items were used, with the exception of the breast pump because I didn't need it!
And there you have it! This was my experience at the hospital where I delivered. I know each hospital is different and may provide more or less, depending. I recommend calling ahead of time if you are unsure of what will be provided! Looking back, I know I overpacked. Next time I will pack lighter! I was happy I packed all I needed, however!
Try not to stress :) Remember: if you forget something, there will be someone who can pick it up for you if the hospital doesn't already have it! Best of luck mommies and happy packing!!
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