What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag — Indian Mom Checklist

When to Pack Your Hospital Bag?

For Mom — Clothing

• 2 to 3 comfortable nightgowns with front opening for nursing

• 1 maternity nighty for labor — you will want something loose

• 3 to 4 pairs of underwear — go 2 sizes bigger than usual

• Comfortable slippers or flip flops

• A light cardigan or shawl as hospitals can be cold

• One comfortable outfit for going home

For Mom — Essentials

• Your ID and hospital documents

• Health insurance card

• Birth plan if you have one

• Phone charger and power bank

• Light snacks as labor can be long

• Water bottle

• Your own pillow — optional but highly recommended

For Feeding

• 2 to 3 nursing bras

• Nursing pads at least 6 to 8 pairs

• Nipple cream such as Lansinoh which is popular in India

• Nursing cover if you prefer privacy

What Indian Hospitals Usually Provide

• Baby clothes and blankets for first day

• Diapers for hospital stay

• Basic toiletries

• Meals for mom

What to Leave Home

• Jewelry and valuables

• Too many outfits as you will mostly be in hospital gown

• Expensive electronics

• Too many baby clothes

The Night Before Checklist

• Phone charged to 100 percent

• Bag by the door

• Car filled with fuel

• Emergency contacts saved

• Hospital route mapped

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