What’s in Our Hospital Birth Bags - as a Second Time Mom

Packing a hospital bag for birth can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to make sure both mom and baby are fully prepared. In today’s video, I’m sharing everything I packed in my hospital birth bag for mom and baby, including must-have essentials, comfort items, and a few things I’m so glad I didn’t forget.

Whether you’re a first-time mom or preparing for another delivery, this hospital bag checklist will help you feel organized, confident, and ready for the big day. I walk through what’s truly necessary, what the hospital provides, and what helped make our stay more comfortable.

✨ In this video:
• Hospital bag essentials for mom
• Baby’s hospital bag must-haves
• Postpartum & recovery items
• What to pack vs. what to skip
• Tips for staying organized during labor & delivery

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👜 MOM – C-SECTION HOSPITAL BAG

📄 Important Documents
• Photo ID
• Insurance card
• Birth plan (C-section preferences if you have them)
• Hospital paperwork
• Phone & emergency contacts

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👚 Clothing (Incision-Friendly)
• High-waisted underwear (or disposable adult diapers)
• High-waisted, loose pajamas (button-down or nursing-friendly)
• Soft nightgowns (no waistband on incision)
• Nursing bras (front-closure is easiest)
• Nursing tanks
• Lightweight robe
• Cozy socks (grip socks if possible)
• Slippers or slide-on shoes
• Loose, high-waisted going-home outfit

👉 Avoid low-rise leggings or tight waistbands

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🧴 Toiletries & Recovery Care
• Toothbrush & toothpaste
• Face wash & moisturizer
• Deodorant
• Dry shampoo (showering may be delayed)
• Hair ties/clips
• Lip balm
• Glasses/contacts
• Minimal makeup (optional)

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🩹 C-Section Recovery Must-Haves
• Abdominal binder (many hospitals provide one—bring your own if preferred)
• Large pads or adult diapers
• Gas relief items (peppermint tea, Gas-X if approved)
• Stool softener (confirm with nurse)
• Small pillow or folded blanket
• ✔️ For holding against incision when coughing, laughing, or standing
• Scar care products (for AFTER hospital, not immediately)

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📱 Comfort & Practical Items
• Long phone charger
• Headphones
• Snacks (high-protein + easy to digest)
• Refillable water bottle with straw
• Eye mask (hospital lights are bright)
• Heating pad (if allowed—check hospital policy)

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👶 BABY – HOSPITAL BAG (C-SECTION FRIENDLY)

👕 Clothing
• Kimono-style or zip sleepers (easy changes while seated)
• 2–3 newborn or 0–3 outfits
• Going-home outfit
• Soft hat
• Socks or booties

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🧺 Baby Essentials
• Swaddle or Velcro swaddle
• Pacifier (if using)
• Burp cloths

(Hospital provides diapers, wipes, and formula if needed)

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🤱 Feeding Support (Especially Helpful After C-Section)
• Nursing pillow (helps keep pressure off incision)
• Nipple cream
• Breast pump (if bringing your own)
• Hands-free pumping bra

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🚗 Travel & Safety
• Infant car seat (properly installed before delivery)
• Car seat blanket (weather-appropriate)

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🧠 C-SECTION RECOVERY TIPS TO REMEMBER
• Choose everything high-waisted or no waistband
• Take stool softeners early (with approval)
• Walk as soon as cleared—it helps gas pain
• Use a pillow to brace incision when moving
• Accept help 💛