with this being our second little dude to be born in a hospital, I took notes of what I actually needed from the first time around.

there’s a lot you’ll think you need to take, but I like to keep things as simple + minimal as possible and this is my take on that for you!

“It cannot overpower you, because it is part of you.”

HOSPITAL BAG FOR MAMA:

wallet/photo id
a LONG phone charger — you’ll most likely want your phone closeby for pics and hospital plugs are forever and a day away from your bed.
your own pillows + blanket — hospitals are freezing and you’ll want your own kinda cozy
snacks or quarters for the vending machine — dried fruit + nuts, candies, granola bars
water bottle with straw — a few options i’ve loved over the years — bkr, binkmade, hydroflask
clothes — you’ll want to bring several outfits because you won’t know how long you will be staying. you’ll want things like — loose tops, nursing tanks, bralettes, nursing dresses, robes, cardigan, leggings or joggers, socks, slippers. i’ve linked some of my favs for you!
toiletries — toothpaste + toothbrush, face wash, hair ties/clips, supplements, lotion, lip balm, shampoo + conditioner
pump + parts + storage bags — this is only if you want your own. the hospital has one they can provide you with if necessary. we are trying out the elvie this go around as I pumped a lot with my first and will need to be more hands free.
airpods or speaker to set whatever tone you want in your room
going home outfit — think lose and cozy — preferably a dress in case you had a c-section you will not want to be wearing pants around your waistline

HOSPITAL BAG FOR BABY:

swaddle — not your nicest one since it’s a short stay but one you’ll want in pics
a couple outfits — here’s a couple of my favs that are easy and cute — westyn, rocketbug, h&m
paci — our first never took a paci but it could be nice to have on hand there
diapers + wipes — only if you plan to use a certain brand otherwise the hospital will have PLENTY that you’ll actually get to stock up on and take home too!

“There is a secret in our culture, and it's not that birth is painful. It's that women are strong.”

LABOR + DELIVERY KIT:

**a quick preface: these products are specifically through young living, a nontoxic chemical free company that I partner with. these products are ones I have personally chosen for both births to aid in a smoother, more comforting labor and delivery. this is not medical advice and consult your provider before using yourself. if you want more info on any of these, please just reach out to me here!**

deep relief roller — rolled on lower back or any muscle to release tension/pain
cbd muscle rub — massaged into muscles during labor + after birth for relief
cbd calm roller — rolled on collarbones to keep mama calm in moments of intensity
immune roller — made of frankincense, oregano, thieves, lemon and rolled on spine + feet for immune boosting while in the hospital
peppermint oil — inhaled for nausea relief
clary sage + jasmine oil — roller on inner ankles and over abdomen after labor has already started to quickly progress further
marjoram oil — rolled on abdomen for any afterbirth contractions
claraderm spray — to help your lady bits pre-birth and postpartum. this takes the place of the hospitals dermoplast spray to aid in quicker relief + healing.
lavender aroma rings — so good to throw in your nose for relaxation and lasts so long!
white angelica oil — this is one of my fav emotional support oils
relaxation massage oil — to help mama relax through massage and essential oils
ningxia — antioxidant and natural energy support
thieves wipes — because germs