Packing the hospital bag

As you can tell from the title, I will be talking about what to pack in your hospital bag. Usually I don't pack my bag prior to my delivery except for my 2nd child. I was enthusiastic back then. However, I realise that my husband is not the best at packing and sometimes he doesn't understand fully what I need and usually I end up looking very tardy upon going home. Since this will be the last delivery I will experience, I want everything to be ready from A to Z( despite the constant naggings from my mom about "disappointment"). I looked at a couple of mommy youtubers that I love and also went through the checklist given by the hospital. I decided what I really need and what is good to have.

Most importantly is this folder. It contains all my pre registration information so that registering will be a breeze. I have also included all the important documents on there like marriage cert and all. The hospital also did financial counseling so that I am aware of the amount that I have to pay. So yes it will be great for you to have this folder ready in your labor bag.

I am using this Agnes b bag as my labor bag even though some of them actually advised me to get a good diaper bag but then again, I am trying to be cost effective and I have a lot of bag. I might invest on a good diaper bag soon. So let's check out what will be in this bag for my dear hubbie to just grab and go

I have three small bags. One contains the toiletries. You may choose to bring your own shampoo and body wash or you can use the one in the hospital. However, I know some of you don't wash your hair due to confinement practices but I do wash my hair. The small bag will contain my make up which consist of eye liner, eyebrow kit and also face powder. Yes minimal make up for me. You may also want to include your spectacles. I don't want to deal with the fuss of contact lens. The big bag will contain disposable undies, maternity pads(for those who don't want to use the ones in the hospital) and also breast pads. It also contain my facial wash and also deodorant. I have also placed a comb and hair tie to keep those hair away.

I decided to use the mothercare maternity towels for post maternity. I usually use the brand Alchemy but I trust Mothercare brand.

I prefer to use disposable briefs for the stay in the hospital or the first few days at home because of the heavy flow that you may experience after birth. It is definitely helpful than having to deal with bloody undies. It actually all boils down to convenience. You may find cheaper ones at 7-11 or any departmental store but since I was at mothercare, I bought these also.

I am using tommee tippee disposable breast pad. However, I came across some washable and reusable breast pad which I think I will get at Mothercare. Like I say I am trying to be cost effective and environmentally friendly. Since I am spending quite a bit on the undies, I should save on the breast pad( at the very least I am trying)

And finally you need to include baby's going home outfit. I have chosen the onesie for convenience and also the chevron swaddle blanket and matching hat. Again I chose these for convenience.

And also don't forget to include comfortable clothes for your going home clothes. Please choose roomy clothes as you will still look like you are 5 months pregnant. If you want you also can bring slippers for your usage at the hospital. And don't forget your phone charger and fully charged hand phone to capture the moment especially for daddies(Note to the hubster). Lastly you may want to also grab a box of chocolate to give to the ward nurses once you are discharged.