Pulling this one from the archives, finally.
I’m so grateful for all the moms who gave me their lists for what to pack to the hospital before Sajan arrived. Although this now feels like years ago, I was definitely stressed packing my hospital bag before labor day.
Shout out to Fer who sent me her list that I modified for my needs. I definitely overpacked (rolled in with 2 large suitcases like I was showing up to India for 3 weeks) as a first time mom, so I slimmed this down to include what I actually used.
The send-off crew on May 6, 2025 at 2am
For baby
- 2 newborn onesies - 1 NB, 1 0-3 M
- 2 going home onesies - 1 NB, 1 0-3 M
- 1 Hat
- Nail file
- Blanket
- Swaddle
For Mama
- ID
- Comfortable pillow
- Bath towel
- Gum
- 2-3 pajamas
- Going home outfit
- Old underwear - I ended up using the ones provided by the hospital
- Pumping/Breastfeeding Bra
- Coconut oil for nipples if you’re sore
- Cozy socks
- Shower shoes
- Toiletries
- Hair ties
- Frida peri bottle - I ended up just using what the hospital provided
- Heating pad
- Airpods
For Dada
- ID
- Pillow
- Blanket
- Pen and paper
- Pajamas
- 3-4 outfits, including underwear
- Close toed shoes
- Toiletries
- Empty folder for baby’s important documents
- Folder with important documents (e.g. copies of ID and insurance card)
- Extra tote bag for take-home hospital stuff
- Camera
Misc
- Non-perishable snacks and gatorade
- Extra long phone chargers
- Blutetooth Speaker
- Water bottle
- Fan
- Advil/Tylenol (for dad or grandparents)
In reality, all of this is nice to have and we would have been just fine with what the hospital provided and a few cozy items from home.
