List of Types of Toiletries to Pack for the Hospital

Preparing for the birth of a baby requires that you attend to many details. If you are planning a hospital birth, packing your suitcase will be one important task to complete prior to the onset of labor. By consulting a list of necessary toiletries as you pack, you̵7;ll be sure not to forget any essentials.

  1. Toiletries for You

    • Your comfort is important during your hospital stay, so it is essential that you have all toiletries you may need while you̵7;re there, advises the American Pregnancy Association. Pack all items you use daily, including toothbrush, toothpaste, body soap, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, body lotion, blow dryer, hairbrush, hair care products, makeup and lip balm. While it is possible you might get forgotten toiletries from the hospital or from the hospital gift shop, prices will be higher. You will need sanitary pads during your postpartum hospital stay. While the hospital generally provides these for new mothers, if you have a favorite brand, pack your own pads. You will also need breast pads to absorb breast milk leaks that will likely occur.

    For Baby

    • The hospital generally provides the toiletries that your baby will need, such as baby shampoo, lotion, diapers and baby wipes. If you have specific products or items you prefer that your baby use, pack these items to provide them for your baby during the hospital stay. Communicate your desires with hospital staff to ensure they use your special items for the baby̵7;s care. You may wish to label these items with your last name, also.

    For Partner

    • Many hospitals have family-friendly accommodations that allow your partner to room-in with you during your entire hospital stay. If your partner will be staying with you throughout the hospitalization, pack essential toiletries for him. These toiletries should include whatever items and products he uses on a daily basis, including shampoo, shaving essentials, deodorant, toothbrush and toothpaste.

    For Kids

    • While older children do not generally stay with you during your entire hospitalization, they may spend a significant amount of time at the hospital. To ensure that you have essential items for children̵7;s care and comfort, pack items in your suitcase. Essentials to pack include toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush and hair items such as ponytail holders and barrettes.

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