Preparing for a hospital stay can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to packing. To help make your experience smoother, we’ve compiled a list of 25 essential items you’ll be grateful you packed in your hospital bag.
- Reusable Water Bottle – Stay hydrated with the $32 Owala FreeSip Water Bottle.
- Long Phone Charger – Keep your devices charged with the $13 Amazon Basics 10-Foot Fast Charger.
- Moisturizing Lip Balm – Avoid chapped lips with Burt’s Bees Lip Balm (4-pack for $8).
- Electrolyte Drinks – Stay refreshed with Liquid IV ($23 for 16 packs).
- Postpartum Underwear – Always Discreet Incontinence & Postpartum Underwear ($25 for 32) will keep you comfortable.
- Healthy Snacks – Pack Kind Bars ($14 for 12 bars) to keep your energy up.
- Pacifiers – Philips Avent Soothie Pacifiers ($12 for 4) are great to have on hand.
- Extra Underwear – Kindred Bravely High Waist Postpartum Underwear ($26 for 5 pairs) is a must.
- Comfortable Pillow – Bring your own $65 Casper Sleep Pillow for better rest.
- Pain Relief Medication – Tylenol Extra Strength Acetaminophen ($31 for 225 capsules) is essential for managing discomfort.
- Cozy Slippers – Slip into comfort with Dearfoams Claire Slippers.
These essentials can make a significant difference in your hospital experience. For more tips on preparing for your journey, check out this related post on home insemination.
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