What to Pack:

• Going-home outfit (Clothes you wore around your fifth month of pregnancy are best!)
• Outfit for the baby (Keep in mind what the weather will be like when you leave the hospital)
• Car seat
• Contact information for your pediatrician
• Cord blood kit for banking, if desired (Give to your labor and delivery nurse)
• Cell phone/camera/chargers/batteries
• Slippers/robe
• Toiletries (i.e. shampoo, face soap, deodorant, etc.)
• If a partner is staying with you in the hospital, bring their clothing—don’t forget pajamas!

What Not to Pack:

• Diapers
• Food for the baby
• Anything you would be sad to ruin or lose!
• Any valuables
• Labor, delivery, and post-partum is messy! Do not bring your favorite sweater, pillow, etc.
• Try not to overpack. The hospital will have almost everything you need!