Having had 2 previous premature births, and with this baby being a bit of a tinker, I decided it was high time I packed my bags for the hospital. Baby could come any time now, and I want to make sure I have everything I need.
What’s in my bag?
- 2 pairs of pyjamas
- Lightweight dressing gown
- Slippers
- Towel
- Big knickers 😉
- 2 packs of maternity pads
- Nursing bra
- puzzle books and a book to read
- Loose fitting clothes for going home – maternity joggers and a tshirt
What’s in my wash bag?
- Hairbrush and hairbands
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Lip balm
- Dry shampoo
- Moisturiser
- Body spray
- Shower gel
- Shampoo and conditioner
I think it’s worth getting travel sized products for the hospital bag – you don’t want to carry any more than you have to! I am using a large holdall for all my bits and bobs.
What’s in the baby bag?
- Blanket
- Packet of first size nappies
- Baby wipes
- Red baby book
- Cardigan x 1
- Hats x 2
- Muslin cloths x 2
- Bibs x 2
- Bodysuits x 4
- Sleepsuits x 4
- Cord tie
We also have the car seat base installed in the car and I will put the car seat in too. I am using a Pink Lining Blooming Gorgeous change bag for all the baby’s things. They are surprisingly spacious, and there are lots of pockets to keep everything in order and easy to find on the day. The nappies, wipes and clothes are all in the main section of the bag. The cord tie is in a side pocket. The red baby book is at the back with the wipe clean changing mat that comes with the bag. The hats are in one interior pocket, the bibs and muslins in another. It’s all very neat and tidy and it should be easy to just grab what we need.
Not only does it work well as a baby bag for the hospital, it will have a second use as my changing bag once baby arrives – isn’t it just gorgeous? It’s one of those bags I don’t mind carrying everywhere because it’s so pretty to look at!
I feel a lot more organised now that the bags are packed, and at least if baby makes an early appearance we can just grab and go. Now I just need to pack some bags for the older children so we can drop that at my mums when the time comes. For now, I feel a bit more ready. That doesn’t mean you can come JUST yet baby, but at least when you do we have everything you need. We can’t wait to meet you.
Great list and what gorgeous bag!
can’t go wrong with a pink lining bag 😉 #triedtested
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I love the Pink Lining bags, I really wish I had of bought one when Archie was little #TriedTested
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Ahhh you are very organised! I didn’t pack a very good hospital bag for myself second time round and forgot to pack essentials like toothpaste and shower gel! I also used a Pink Lining changing bag – they are fab and deceptively spacious! #TriedTested
That bag is amazing and so beautiful. Great review. I love a good diaper bag. I think I have had about ten for each child. lol
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As I’m 20 weeks pregnant at the moment this was very interesting to see. My God send the last time around was an iPod dock as they stuck me in a private room with a TV stand and no TV… I spent a LONG time that evening listening to John Mayer on loop!
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Love that you’ve got a Sophie Kinsella book in there, I’ve got her YA book on my kindle to read. did you even get to open it?
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What a gorgeous bag! This has brought back so many memories of the last couple of weeks of my pregnancy with the Bean too – I tried to be organised but ended up packing quite a few of the wrong things! Would have loved a list like this 😉
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Love it. We have a lining bag too and I could not be without it. Its stylish, its spacious and its blooming gorgeous! 😉 #Tried&Tested
Very organised! I remember making all kinds of plans for the things I might need with me – then ended up with an emergency C section and didn’t have to use half of them. Still glad they were there just in case though 🙂 #triedtested
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A great list for new mums to be. I love the bag. I wasn’t allowed a girly changing bag because hubby said he would take baby out and wanted a neutral bag… did he ever take them solo… hmm… I cant remember a day he did…. #triedtested
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What a great list! That bag is just gorgeous! So pretty x
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Ahhhh my mummy remembers this so well! Congratulations on your new arrival x great list. Thanks for hosting #TriedTested x
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Lovely looking bag. I’m so bad when it comes to changing bags. I never take one with me. #TriedandTested
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Such a lovely bag, you were so organised! #triedtested
You are so well organised, and that bag is absolutely gorgeous.
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You seem very well prepared 🙂
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I am so impressed you got everything in that bag – love it #TriedTested
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That bag is gorgoeus! I loved Pink Lining bags when my two were little, so much space and really robust. Congrats on your arrival lovely! X
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Very organised! My partner had to go home and pack mine while I was in labour! #triedtested
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