If your partner or a family member/friend will be coming and going, I typically recommend leaving the car seat at home or having it already installed in your car during the final weeks of pregnancy. I highly recommend that partners maintain fresh breath as smells can become particularly bothersome in labor. Remind your partner to pack their own comfortable clothes, including at least one change of clothes, and toiletries. An extra blanket can be helpful for partners as hospital blankets tend to run in short supply and are quite thin. Likely the laboring person will be very warm while the support person will run colder. Pack layers for yourself and your partner. Keep in mind that hospitals tend to be very cold. If using essential oils, I recommend placing a drop or two of the preferred oil on a tissue nearby rather than diffuse into the entire room as preferences can change suddenly in labor. ![]() Items for labor to help set a relaxing environment like essential oils, a Bluetooth speaker, and favorite photos or inspirational quotes can help you turn your hospital room into your own unique retreat. I do, however, caution against using your favorite blanket or PJs in labor and rather save those for post-birth as labor can be messy. If you have a favorite blanket, PJs, slippers, or even photographs bring those to help create the space as your own. The name of the game is comfort, and that means packing things that will help you achieve your most comfortable state. Add in an extra packing cube or plastic bag to place soiled clothes. Divide items into birth-specific needs and postpartum/baby needs to help not only yourself but others find things. I love an organized suitcase and find either packing cubes or having 2 separate bags to help with organization. ![]() If you have chosen to have a birth doula, speak with them about what items they bring so you don’t have to pack extra things unnecessarily. ![]() My recommendation is to pack smart, without going overboard, particularly on the postpartum and newborn item checklist as you can have your partner or a friend/ family member gather those for you and bring them after you have delivered. Some items may be more applicable than others for your personal preferences.
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