@parks.post.call: Being an OBGYN did not mean I knew what to pack in a hospital bag. But being an OBGYN who has also given birth does. Packing a completely useless bag the first time around taught me valuable lessons Like: your baby does not need 10 Outfits and 6 swaddles. They will be mostly naked and skin to skin. Don’t pack leggings. Pack the loosest pants you have. Better yet pack shorts because you’re going to be sweating like a pig. Makeup lol. Nah girl. Unless that’s something you love and makes u feel normal than go for it! So if you’re seeing a lot of influencing and affiliate linking for hospital bag must haves save this post as reminder of what you really need to pack first or send it to someone whose getting their hospital bag ready! #hospitalbag #laboranddelivery #postpartum
An empty reusable shopping bag to take home all the stuff they give you!!
2026-07-30 02:28:15
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gemmajunebug :
Two words, TOILET PAPER
2026-08-10 07:16:34
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Emily :
gotta have a folder, notepad, and pen. they give you so much paperwork and the notepad is nice to keep up with diaper changes and feedings
2026-07-31 15:45:15
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Sarah :
I brought a small bedside fan.
2026-07-30 01:54:59
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MAURA :
This was so helpful. All the other videos are so overwhelming telling you to buy so much stuff. Anything else you might add?!
2026-07-30 13:27:42
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Madi :
I’m legit brining a mattress topper next time lmao
2026-07-30 06:23:20
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Diana Rizvi :
I’m about to have my third, I am an RN as well. I am bringing a portable fan, depends, going home outfit, comfy breastfeeding friendly clothes, charger, toiletry bag including nip cream, lotion and chapstick, my boppi, portable sound machine, baby swaddle, going home outfit for baby, car seat (leave in car until you need it).
2026-08-13 15:19:18
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Sickburnbro :
I brought a Roku and it was a godsend. People told me I wouldn’t have time to watch tv but there is a decent amount of down time
2026-07-30 01:37:49
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Whitney Folk :
Fan, pillow, blanket
2026-07-30 11:38:52
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gogogina :
I packed a towel bc of you. Ty. Now I’m thinking I need a pillow and blanket after reading comments
2026-07-31 15:08:09
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Ashley :
Any advice for packing for a c section? Hoping baby will turn but if he doesn’t want to prepare myself ♥️
2026-08-12 16:24:58
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user7377218060267 :
Bring ur oldest towels and throw them away after so you don’t have to bring them home
2026-08-01 23:53:37
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Ash :
A COMFY ROBE
2026-07-31 14:16:36
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Beth Sings :
Sincerely thank you so much
2026-08-18 19:05:50
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Lee :
Okay but what do I need to bring for the baby 😭
2026-07-31 00:40:21
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SJ :
You also don’t need to buy a brand new bag for this. The way I’m seeing that marketed is insane. Just use whatever over night bag or bags you have 🤷🏼♀️
2026-07-30 14:26:31
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monicaking645 :
the stroller fan you put on your registry is great during labor, postpartum and ESPECIALLY during the mag drip that I pray most of you don't need
2026-07-30 16:08:06
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niccmaree :
depending on where you are located, the hospital may not provide much. I'm in Ontario and you'll definitely need diapers and wipes for baby and diapers/pads and postpartum stuff for yourself! all my hospital provides is like 3 diapers for baby, one pad for you and a cheap non angled peri bottle
2026-08-16 12:12:26
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Brittany B :
Considering bringing my pump to ask the lactation consultants on staff if I’m using it properly. I didn’t have a successful nursing/BF experience with my first, so I’d like to get all the info I can to be successful this time. Would you recommend bringing my pump for this purpose?
2026-08-03 01:26:31
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mcherie1991 :
FTM, induction next week, bag packed just like this. I couldn’t imagine bringing a bunch of crap to the hospital, not going on vacation. The hospital I’m delivering at did suggest a bag of snacks though, so we will have one of those my husband snacks when he’s nervous and we’re not spending $85 at the cafe for a small bag of chips 😂
2026-07-30 18:50:43
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Angie :
What about adult diapers and tuck pads stuff like that??
2026-08-03 03:10:31
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Taylor :
An empty bag to clear that room out 😗 If you can take it…TAKE IT!
2026-08-01 06:18:51
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Mk :
Should I bring formula if I don’t plan to breast feed
2026-07-30 10:15:35
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