Your hospital bag
Packing for the hospital? As a first-time mum, I learned what essentials to bring for both myself and my baby. Check out this comprehensive list, from comfy pyjamas to baby outfits, to help you prepare for your hospital stay.
If you look online or on social media, ladies will recommend a range of ‘essentials’ you should take to the hospital. Here’s what I packed in my bag. Feel free to do more research to compare lists before you pack your bag. The list below is what I took as a first time mum.
For mum - general
Mutterpass
Health insurance card
Comfortable Pyjamas
Comfy socks (in case it’s cold)
Slippers (both for the shower and comfy ones)
Towel (hospitals in Germany do not provide you with one)
Nuring bras
Going home outfit
For mum - toiletries
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Sponge/flannel
Body wash
Body cream
Face wash
Disposable underwear (I highly recommend) or normal underwear
Postpartum Pads
Nipple Cream
Lidocaine spray (a numbing spray, I ended up not using it)
Peri bottle
For baby
Car seat
Blanket
Onesies
Going home outfit
Jacket
Wipes (provided by the hospital so I didnt actually use our own)
Nappies (also provided by the hospital)
In Germany, the hospital will provide clothes for the baby during your stay, you just need a going home outfit however I took some onesies as a backup just in case.
Other
Polaroid camera
Speaker
Baby book
Phone charger