Never forget essential items for your hospital stay. Interactive checklist for mom, baby, partner, and labor comfort items.
Essentials for your comfort and recovery
Driver's license, insurance cards, hospital paperwork
Your preferences for labor and delivery
Long cord recommended for bedside use
Comfortable, well-fitting nursing bras
Disposable or reusable breast pads
Disposable or old underwear you don't mind discarding
Extra-absorbent pads for postpartum bleeding
Comfortable clothes in 6-month pregnancy size
Toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant
Keep hair out of face during labor
Non-slip soles for walking during labor
Easy to nurse in and move around
Energy bars, crackers for after delivery
Lanolin or preferred nursing cream
In colored pillowcase to distinguish from hospital
Everything your little one will need
Properly installed infant car seat - required to leave hospital
Newborn and 0-3 month sizes
Hospital usually provides, but bring backup
Short and long sleeve in newborn and 0-3 month
Easy diaper changes, 2 sizes
Keep tiny feet warm
Hospital usually provides, but nice to have your own
Prevent scratching delicate skin
For photos and going home
For feeding time
Support person essentials
Non-perishable snacks, energy drinks
To keep family updated and capture moments
Comfortable clothes for extended stay
Toothbrush, deodorant, contact case if needed
For sleeping in uncomfortable hospital chair
Books, tablet, games for long labor
If you prefer camera over phone photos
For parking, vending machines, food
Items to help during labor
Check if hospital provides or bring your own
Relaxing music on phone or portable speaker
For aromatherapy (check hospital policy first)
Tennis ball, massage oil for back labor
Hospitals can be dry, lips get chapped
For rest between contractions
Photo or object to focus on during contractions
Having everything packed and ready will give you peace of mind when labor starts. Don't stress about forgetting something - the hospital has most essentials covered.
