Hospital Birth Packing List for the Minimalist Mama

The Hospital Birth Packing List: Bare Necessities

For those who want to pack light and rely on the hospital for most things.

• Essentials:

  • ID, insurance card, and birth preferences

  • Phone + charger (extra-long cord recommended)

  • Comfortable going-home outfit (loose-fitting, easy to put on)

  • Car seat (properly installed in your car)

• Personal Items:

  • Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc)

  • An eye mask and earplugs for sleep

• For Your Support Person:

  • A few snacks

  • Toiletries

• For Baby:

  • Baby’s going-home outfit

  • Collected colostrum

    
    

What the hospital usually provides:

• Blankets and pillows

• Hospital gown, mesh underwear, and pads

• Baby blankets, diapers, wipes, and swaddle

• A peri bottle

Keep It Simple, Stay Focused:

By packing only the essentials, you're embracing simplicity and reducing packing stress. Let your pared-down bag be a reminder that sometimes, less really is more. Enjoy the journey and savor every precious moment! Share this hospital birth packing list with other minimalist mamas.