Hospital Bag Essentials
As this pregnancy of mine is coming to end it isn’t anything short of emotional! As mothers we are always pulled in different directions and that is totally how I’m feeling. Between our last days as a family of four, the last mornings and afternoons where it’s just me and the girls and of course some quality time with the husband as the calm before the storm. It feels surreal yet as my belly grows it couldn’t be any more real! Let's dive into the hospital bag essentials you need if you are a minimalist!
Elizabeth by Lily Jade Diaper Bag
The Elizabeth by Lily Jade is my favorite style of theirs for one main reason: all the outside pockets! Most specifically I love the bottle holders on each end of this bag. Whether a water bottle for me or a baby bottle for the boys I find it super convenient to have those pockets available. I wont even need all the pockets for this trip but knowing they’re available I may sneak some extra stuff in as I go!
Your own clothing for your baby
My go-to choice for baby basics is Gerber and they have a brand new line at Target that is incredible AND affordable! I chose to go with the bodysuit 5-pack available at Target because I wanted something that will be easy to get on and off the boys while we’re just figuring out our first days together. These onesies are super soft and made with 100% cotton. The expandable neckline makes for quick changes and minimal fuss and that’s something I can truly appreciate!
Mittens!
Another super important item that they don’t supply at the hospital is mittens. Baby nails are sharp and they scratch themselves super easily so I always make sure to pack my own set in my hospital bag to have on hand. I got this cute set (also) from the Gerber collection at Target that came with the mittens and two matching hats (these match the 5-pack of onesies I mentioned above) so the boys are literally all set in the clothing department and I’m pretty sure they’re going to look so sweet wearing them!
Pacifiers
Let me start by saying I am a huge breastfeeding advocate and I plan to nurse the boys as well. Lots of people are against pacis because they are said to create “nipple confusion” in the early days of breastfeeding but I personally haven’t had an issue with that. I use pacis from the start and I cut them at 1 year with no problems yet. I love these little WubbaNub pacis because they’re cute but they also help keep the pacis in the mouth during those early weeks of newborn-hood.
Swaddles
I like to bring my own swaddles because I’m just not a fan of the hospital ones. I love these ones I received from The Little Arrows because they’re soft and 100% organic cotton/muslin material.
Cute Introduction Cards
– Lastly, and yes this about all I am packing for babies, are these cute “Hello My Name Is” tags a friend sent me. What cuter way to announce the boys’ names (when we can agree on them!) than with these adorable little stickers!