Here’s a short list of suggested items that you may want during your stay:

Things You Will Need to Bring to Labor and Delivery

• Driver’s license or ID card
• Insurance card or information
• Phone, camera, video camera and their charging cables
• List of people to contact after the baby arrives

Things that May Keep You Comfortable during Labor

• A deck of cards, books, magazines, music, tablet, etc.
• Bathrobe or labor gown
• Labor support tools
• Comfy slippers/socks (skid-proof)
• Aromatherapy oils and diffuser
• Snacks for your partner

Things that May Keep You Comfortable in the Hospital

• Comfy pajamas and lounging clothes (preferably with button fronts)
• A comfortable going-home outfit for you and the baby (Remember, you will still appear about 4-5 months pregnant when you leave, so bring comfy clothes)
• Toiletries (hair clips, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, hair dryer, etc.)
• Snacks for you and your partner
• A few changes of clothes for your partner
• Your favorite pillow (Put a colored cover on it to distinguish from the hospital pillows)
• Speaker for music

Things that You May Want to Bring

• Onesies for baby
• Extra mittens or hats
• Muslin blanket (breathable cotton)
• Infant car seat (Don’t bring it to the room until prior to discharge)
• Extension cord
• Large, high-waisted underwear
• Nursing supplies, such as nursing bras/tanks, pads, breastfeeding pillow, etc.
• Pacifier, if desired
• Nail file

Things that Are Provided for Baby in the Hospital

• Diapers
• Wipes
• Blankets
• T-shirts
• Sleep sack
• Hat
• Formula, if desired

Things that Are Provided for Moms in the Hospital

• Sanitary pads
• Mesh underwear
• Hospital gown
• Skid-free socks
• Breast pump, if needed