Your Hospital Bag List
"Not long to go now" and "have you got your hospital bag packed?" are the questions everyone asks as your due date gets closer. Babies rarely arrive on their due date, so being prepared ahead of time helps take some of the unpredictability out of the big day. Here's everything to pack for you, baby, and a few precious keepsakes along the way.
📋 Printable hospital bag checklist
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Hospital Bag
A dedicated hospital bag, prepped and ready to go from around week 36, so you're never caught out if baby arrives early.
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Nappy Bag
Prep baby's nappy bag alongside your hospital bag — you'll want it ready with essentials for the trip home and the weeks that follow.
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Postpartum Pads
Heavy-duty, hospital-recommended postpartum pads for the days and weeks of recovery after birth.
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Nipple Balm
A soothing nipple balm is a small addition that makes a big difference in the early days of establishing breastfeeding.
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Milk Collector
Catch letdown and leaks from the very first feeds with a milk collector, so nothing goes to waste in hospital.
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Toiletries
Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, skincare, dry shampoo, hairbrush and lip balm — the small comforts that make a hospital stay feel a little more like home.
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Going-Home Outfit
Pack a weather-appropriate outfit for the trip home — plus a spare, just in case, for that first family photo moment.
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Nappies
Pack a small pack of newborn-size nappies — most hospitals supply some, but it's worth having your own on hand too.
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Wipes
A travel pack of fragrance-free wipes for those first nappy changes in hospital.
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Wraps
Pack 2–3 swaddles or wraps to keep baby snug and settled for those first cuddles and the trip home.
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Comforter
A small comforter can be a familiar, soothing presence from those very first days.
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FAQs
When should I pack my hospital bag?
Most guidance suggests having it ready from around 36 weeks, since babies rarely arrive exactly on their due date.
Does the hospital provide nappies and wipes?
Many hospitals supply a small amount, but it varies by hospital — packing your own newborn nappies and a travel pack of wipes means you're covered either way.
What should I pack for the trip home?
A weather-appropriate going-home outfit for baby (plus a spare), a swaddle or wrap, and a properly fitted car seat are the essentials for the journey home.
Are keepsakes worth packing?
They're entirely optional, but many parents love having an inkless footprint kit or milestone cards on hand to capture those very first moments.
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