New video sharing some things Parker and I have been doing to prepare for our baby!! Also I messed up the music somehow around 4 minutes, so ignore that 🤪Don't forget to leave your hospital bag essentials in the comments if you have had a baby!!
you should bring a extra blanket to the hospital and get the babys scent on it and bring it home earlier to luma so she can get used to the babys scent and be adjusted.
I recommend you go watch Casey Holmes's videos, she just had a baby and she vlogged packing for herself, hubby and baby. She's also going to put up a video about what she used and didn't end up using so it should be really informative for you.
Aspyn, I would for sure overpack rather than underpack, unless everything goes 100% perfect youre going to be there for more than one day. God forbid anything goes wrong and you need to stay a couple of extra days and parker has to run home to gather more thing. Much better to prepare for the worst!
Lots of tucks pads, a nightgown for yourself make sure it’s good for nursing, your own pillow and pillowcase, your own towel, hair elastics, socks no slip, charger, face cream, chapstick, outfit for baby to go home, get a night sleep mask as the right lights that they never turn off it’s so hard to sleep, nipple cream, nursing bra, wide tooth comb for your hair, travel toiletries
Why do I have the feeling that baby’s name is Peach...? The sign in her room says Peachy, they are Mario fans, it’s aspyn’s favorite color, it is pretty uncommon, 5 letters... idk lol would be cute though! 😊
I would bring a boppy pillow with you for breastfeeding. It's a lifesaver because you will be too tired to hold her and it's easier to get them to stay latched.
omg yes shower shoes are a necessity. You can get nail fungus and it is contagious. I am a germ specialist. I go to places for my job and I review and make sure that they are following the health guidelines.
From a nursing student that just did labor & delivery rotation: -bring comfy slippers/socks if you want -- you might want to walk around the floor and wear something other than socks -birth plan -- good to have what you want written down, but things can change super quickly :) -towels/pillows, etc -- usually the hospital has alllllll of that stuff. Double check with your hospital staff when you go for the tour. -shower shoes: if you wear them in the shower when you travel, bring them. If not, don't. Hospitals have germs BUT L&D rooms/postpartum rooms are kept very clean. This includes bathrooms. -extra pillows -- not necessary unless you love a specific pillow at home. Hospital will provide a lot of these things if you don't have them. (double check with your hospital!) -extra tip: if you're extra concerned, pack a laundry basket full of things you might want but don't want to bring into the hospital and leave it in the car! -->fuzzy blanket, extra pillow, shower shoes, etc Good luck and blessings
I was the same way when packing. Here’s my suggestion:) •Robe •Nursing’s bras/tank top (to wear under the robe) •postpartum underwear •slippers (no fuzzy socks) •going home outfit You don’t want a lot of layers after you give birth because when you need to feed her or go to the bathroom it’s easy to just open your robe and take care of business. •toiletries •hair brush •hair tie •something sweet to eat when you’re going through your hard contractions to help take your mind off ie: jolly rancher, gum, sucker. •scratch mittens •1 or 2 onesies (their belly button has to air out so they will be swaddled with minimal clothing most of the time so just basic white ones are perfect) •a special blanket for baby girl •a small speaker so you can play music to help get your mind off. Labor might take a while so it lightens the mood❤️
For postpartum kit: tucks medicated wipes, perineal spray (earth mamma makes a good one), the mamma washer by frida baby, pads for when your home (get a few different sizes and thickness), dermoplast spray(you’ll thank me) Also for the hospital: the socks are good because your feet may swell like mine did and your shoes won’t fit. Also bring an extension chord for your phone charger or a long chord, because the outlet is usually really far behind the Bed.
I just finished packing my hospital bag, some of my favorite items are my matching hospital gown for me and baby girl, folder for all the paperwork they give you to keep, velcro swaddle, sleep mask, change for vending machines, and button down nightgown!
100% do not bring your own towel. You will bleed A LOT after birth, and blood will get everywhere. You’ll wipe it off and there will be more lol. So unless you want to possibly ruin your own perfectly good towel, don’t bring one. My hospital’s towel sufficed just fine. However, you’ll likely shower more than once. After birth I only spent one night in the hospital, but the nurse let me shower while in labour before contractions became too intense, then I showered after labour, and then again the morning that I left. You’ll feel gross, so you’ll likely shower a few times, but it’s still not worth bringing a towel of your own. Bring flip flops for sure. Hospital floors are probably the filthiest part of hospitals. If you don’t really have a plan, then I wouldn’t worry about a birth plan at all. I didn’t bring one. I just said I don’t want an epidural. The rest I would play by ear and do what was best for my baby and I, and they said okay and that was that lol. You don’t need much for baby. Just bring some newborn and 0-3 since she could be bigger than expected.
i just gave birth to my baby girl and i do recommend having your own pillow from home and some nightgowns for yourself as well. it was nice being able to have little things from home to wear and have with me. i also recommend bringing some of your own pads. the pads are really thick from the hospital and when you stop bleeding so heavily it’s nice being able to wear something less like a diaper. if your hospital isn’t going to give you dermoplast spray, i would also recommend having that. it makes everything feel a bit better and helps the soreness and swelling down there. love you guys, i hope this was helpful.
I found out on May 15th I was pregnant. I was already so excited about your baby videos and had been watching religiously but I was extra excited knowing I was too. A week and one day later I experienced the worst heart break of my ENTIRE life. My angel is now in heaven and it has been a true struggle to watch your videos. But I have and I do so with a bitter sweet smile!! I’m so happy for you guys!! I’ve been watching since y’all were cute babies dating and taking college classes. I pray for your months to come and a happy healthy delivery and blessing!! Love you guys!!
They give you a lot for postpartum - I highly suggest the squirt bottle for your lady bits, the hospital underwear is ugly but it is SO comfy & you won’t ruin any of your other underwear. Also, I say bring your own pillow as well. Hospital wipes are dry wipes so you might want to bring your own pack of wipes as well. I LIVED in t shirt/sun dresses after birth, it’s the most comfortable after delivery and also a lot easier on your body that just went through a lot, especially if you have a c section. Slippers are also a must! 💕
Pack Witch Hazel for your postpartum kit! That was a life saver for me. It really took away the burn when going to the restroom. Also you can soak some pads in witch hazel and freeze them for when you get home.
I babysit a 18 month old with craaaazy allergies. He’s doing reversion therapy, and at night he wears the owlet sock. It’s super helpful & definitely gives the parents & I some peace of mind that he’s okay throughout the night
I had our baby 2 months early emergency c section with NO HOSPITAL bag packed and I’m telling you....they provide nearly everything! Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable but we showed up with nothing and were totally taken care of :) so don’t stress
Nursing night gowns, robe and your own pillow is a must!! I didn’t bring shoes for the shower and it was fine lol. But pack more clothes for your baby than you think. I only packed about 4 or 5 outfits and he went through them super quick.
At my hospital they provided all of the postpartum necessities. I used a peri-bottle, “numbing” spray (can’t remember the name of it but the cap is blue!), lanolin cream, thin super maxi pads, and witch hazel wipes! Those were my main necessities
a robe!! You will feel so much better walking around in a comfy robe during labor, and it also covers up your back side of the gown in case you have visitors!
i work at Bed Bath and Beyond and Buy Buy Baby is our “sister store” and i can honestly say they’re an amazing company and their products are fantastic!! i hope you guys enjoy everything you’ve purchased! i’m so excited for up coming baby vlogs!
ABSOLUTELY have fuzzy socks or house slippers. That was something I’m so glad I had! Also pack some sort of nursing cover if you’re modest. When I had my son there were doctors, nurses, and family members walking in and out at all times so I kept the cover on me constantly. Also, I read that someone recommended over packing. When I went into labor and arrived at the hospital I was told that I would have to have a c-section. So my hospital stay went from 2 nights to 5 and I did not pack nearly enough! Just something to think about 😊
Hospital towels are definitely extra! Hospitals do provide pads and and mesh undies but the always depends are a absolute must have!! They are a major life savor & are so much h more comfy than what your hospital will supply!!
I work with newborns in the mom/baby unit and my biggest piece of advice would be to bring just one outfit for the baby to go home in. While you're in the hospital your baby will be getting so many tests done and getting their vitals checked constantly and we pretty much have to undress the baby each time if they are in an outfit. Your baby is totally fine to stay in just their diaper and a swaddle and it makes it easier on both you and the caregivers! We won't let baby get cold! Also, bring slippers with a hard plastic bottom. Most hospitals don't want you walking around unless you are wearing their socks with grips on the bottoms or shoes/shoe-like slippers (all for liability reasons). So so excited for you and Parker!
You FOR SURE need some type of shoes for the shower. Either flip flops or crocs. Also, a Boppy nursing pillow is amazing!! Another amazing product that I finally found with my 7th child is the Boppy head and neck support. Babies head will often flop in the car seat and this support actually works!!
Ok, a few essentials that I have done for baby one and two, snacks for Parker, shower shoes, newborn and 0-3 month clothes, AND I really liked leaving behind a pre-written thank you note for our Doctor and Nurses and I pre-made a couple of treat bags for them. They REALLY appreciated it. I couldn’t have had my children without the wonderful support of the doctors and nurses!
I think it’s a great idea to bring just cheap flipflops, like the old navy kind. But don’t be surprised if you just do not care about putting them on after delivery 😂 you’ll be just so ready to shower lol I feel like all labor/delivery units are so cleanly due to risk of infections so I wouldn’t stress too much. I did have super comfy slippers to wear at the hospital just because flipflops didn’t fit my feet after delivery (just swollen). Make sure you have spare phone chargers packed because the last thing you want to be thinking about as you’re trying to leave for the hospital is chargers! Honestly the stay at the hospital is usually super short, and if you feel like you are missing something, your family can always bring it lol
Sometimes baby's come early , so i would for sure pack your hospital bag now. Most importantly, don't stress u can always purchase things once she is here if u don't have them. God Bless u and your adorable family!!
The Ace Family had made “What’s in their Hospital bag” a while ago, and the video has a lot of great ideas for what to pack. She has also had a kid before so she knew what to pack. Love you!!! ❤️
I would definitely recommend bringing a "binky" or pacifier if you plan to use one for your baby. Also, if you plan on nursing, I would also recommend using a "Boppy Pillow." They are the best to help with nursing for new moms!
The hospital will most likely make you where the socks they have with grips. The socks are giant! So I recommend bringing your own. Also, you don't need to bring anything for post partum care or for baby (other than any outfits you want put on her) because the hospital provides everything!
I’m an L&D nurse and your list sounds good! The hospital will have all the basic you and baby need but I recommend getting depends instead of using pads. There tends to be a less leaking (gross I know) and then you don’t have to worry about ruining your undies.
For hospital bag: 1. Water cup with straw (great for labor!) 2. Boppy pillow so you can have the lactation consultants help you learn breastfeeding positions 3. Nipple cream 4. Robe and night gown(night gown is better than PJs since they will be checking you periodically) 5. High waisted comfy pants for going home in case you have a c section
I just had my baby on Tuesday so this very fresh in my mind. I only stayed 24 hours, and elected not to shower and just did when I got home, but obviously that's your personal preference. My baby didn't wear anything until we left and the hospital kept her swaddled tight with a hat. They provide diapers, wipes, mesh undies (which are the only ones you'll want after birth), and pads. This was my second pregnancy, two different hospitals, and both provided all those things. It's stressful, but they make it easy and both hospital stays for me (my first being a c-section) my husband was able to run home to grab any missed items. Parker might want a blanket though, the nurses don't always pay attention to the dad's needs. I'm getting so excited for you!!
Something I NEEDED a lot was burp cloths, you never know when the spit up is going to happen! And take them everywhere with you!! Lol so excited! I’ve been watching you since before Parker 🙌🏼🥰
I don't think a pillow is necessary. If you need more or less or whatever, they can give you more pillows. I LOVED bringing my own little thrown blanket. Especially for pictures with my baby and it was extra snuggly if I cuddled with him in bed. In my opinion, 1-2 outfits is plenty. My son stayed in blankets and diapers until his going home outfit but even if I did dress him, he never made a mess anywhere (until we got home🙄) haha. Good luck!! 💕💕💕
I sat in a bath all night during labor and so wearing shower shoes to take a shower in there the next day didnt seem necessary. I did use comfy socks to walk around the room though, and slippers. The hospital floor seemed dirtier than the shower floor. I was also glad to have an extra set of PJs / bathrobe to change into after I got a shower. And speakers for music were important for pushing! Also, snacks for you both
I only brought enough stuff for a natural birth and ended up having a c section... so pack a little extra for clothes and snacks just in case. Also, there’s nothing more comfortable than bringing a blanket for yourself to cuddle up in after you have your baby. We only brought one for my sons dad and I definitely wish we brought two as I kept taking his lol I brought flip flops to walk around in. My feet got a little swollen from all the fluids, so it was nice to have a pair of loose shoes to wear
DEFINITELY bring your own flip flops for the shower! i dont care if its a hospital or a camping shower lol. you dont know what you'll catch in there lol
I dont know if you’ll see this but... my previous job was a nanny job for a little guy who was 5 weeks old! With him until he turned 3, so i can confirm that in general you’re going to want about 5 times as many burp cloths, muslin blankets and swaddles than you have thus far. They come in handy for EVERYTHING! And you’ll use probably 4 a day that will be ready for laundry at the end of the day!
Definitely bring snacks. Also for the hospital bag depends if you plan on just staying the the hospital gown they give you I did so I didnt even wear the clothes I brought accept when I left to go home. And as for not having to many newborn outfits you never know what size your baby will be I barely had any newborn clothes and my baby ended up being 5lbs and he wore newborn clothes until he was 4 months old.
Make sure before you go into labor to make padsicles😂😂 take a pad and put some with hazel & aloe gel. Stick it back together. Put in the freezer until right after giving birth! For when you’re bleeding and then it helps w the burning! It’s a LIFESAVER
Didn’t bring my own pillow, blanket or towel. They also give you the mesh underwear. I put nike spandex shorts over the mesh underwear for more “support”. Also put loose comfy sweats over on over both. I had a nursing tank top but wish I brought a zip up hoody to put over for 1. Easy coverage when people visit 2. Easy access for nursing They gave diapers I brought my own white noise machine for when he slept Also don’t be afraid to stay an extra day if you’re struggling with breastfeeding! I did and it was worth it!!
so excited for you guys! i just had my daughter 12 weeks ago. I would recommend bringing your own underwear, they do provide some but they are super uncomfortable and i constantly felt like they were gonna fall off whenever I could walk around. Also, I did bring my own pillow and I am glad that I did, I don't think you need to bring a blanket thought. Another thing that I brought and I really enjoyed was a diffuser. You're list sounds really good though, don't over think it.
Casey Holmes here on TH-cam just had her baby a couple of days ago. She said on her Instagram that she will be posting about her birth and what she actually needed in her hospital bag pretty soon. I would say check out what she thought was essential since she literally just went through it. I’m so excited for you and Parker!!
Definitely shower shoes. Lots of postpartum mommas shower in the shower you will use (think blood 🤢). Get your self some tuck's wipes/ witch hazel. Bring your own pillow, if you have to stay longer than one night you will want your pillow. Bring you nursing pillow (boppy). Ask for lots of the mesh underwear they are amazing.
When you go on your hospital tour they'll tell you what to bring. We loved that baby lounger and had a similar baby bath, it's perfect. You have enough swaddles. Use the hospital socks and discard when you're done, hospital floors are gross. Don't bring your own pillow, hospitals are gross. My daughter turns two this week so this is bringing me back!!
SO FUN getting ready for a baby! Just the experience of shopping and putting it together! than you realize half the stuff you didn't even really need. LOL her closet does it come in my size?? :) lol
Boppy pillow for sure! It helps for learning to breast feed, definitely some snacks and maybe easy entertainment. A lap top where you can play movies or something. It gets boring sitting in a room even with a new baby to love on because your not at home able to move at your free will. I had to stay 2 extra days due to my sons sugar levels going really low and it was frustrating with no where to go and nothing to do.
I love you Aspyn and Parker! I don’t know what I would do without y’all beside me! Always and forever ♾ I really want to meet y’all someday! #number1fanforlife 💕 I loved this video!❤️
Hospital gives you hospital grippy socks to walk in, most postpartum items are given by the hospital (yes pads and mesh underwear, baby wipes and diapers), hospitals are super dirty please wear shower shoes. Pillows are provided and usually you can have as many as you want within reason. -LVN / RN student went through OB rotation 🙂
100% bring depends! I brought Flip flops & socks I was only there 24hrs and didn’t shower. Birth plan - should be deliver a healthy baby. SNACKS!!!!!!! Baby - we ended up needing premie not newborn so pack a few sizes.
Wow I love that buybuybaby sponsored you!!! They have EVERYTHING you could need, babies are hard and expensive even for youtubers. I know that must’ve been such a great blessing
Change of clothes , flip flops, socks, your blanket and pillow, depends, shower stuff. My hospital had everything for baby and me but didn’t really use much they offered for me just for baby. I brought a couple of outfits but never really put him in clothes cause he was always swaddled or covered. Plus they do testing on them all the time so they usually take there clothes anyways. And the black poops can be messy so you might get it all over and ruin an outfit.
My sister just had her first baby in December.He is now 6 months old. By no means am I an expert on babies and I know every baby is different but he only falls asleep when in a swaddle. I think that is definitely a good buy. He has that banana teether tooth brush and loves it.
as an aunt who had my nephew pass away from SIDS, i think the Owlet is a MUST. my nephew was completely healthy and happy, but he randomly stopped breathing in his sleep. now whenever we go to baby showers, we always get them the Owlet.
You don’t really need to bring anything for the baby besides the car seat and outfit to go home. Idk if every hospital is like this but the one I delivered at gave me all the postpartum items I needed.. I would however buy a pack of overnight pads and regular pads bc you won’t need the giant hospital ones forever 😬 Parker definitely needs to bring a blanket and pillow. You may not bc mommy and baby are first priority. You also might want to bring a few snacks for recovery.. the hospital gives meals but they deliver at a certain time. It’s nice to have a midnight snack if you need it. For you- bring a nice set of pjs for pictures and when you have visitors.. I had a nursing gown and robe set and baby had a matching outfit. Comfy clothes to go home in (think big and baggy.. nothing tight) a pair of loose fitting shoes (your feet swell after birth from fluids etc) basic overnight toiletries! That’s it!
The feet/sock monitor is not recommended by doctors because it doesn’t make mums actually be relaxed with their babies because they don’t work like a professional monitor in the hospital would do. So I recommend not wasting your money nor recommending it to first time mums. They do sound like they would work though but they are not even accurate. Love from a med student!
Snacks! Pillow for you and hubby, sounds extra but it’s worth it since sleeping at the hospital is uncomfortable. A personal fan is a good idea too! I couldn’t sit down while I was having contractions and having a fan blow in my face was a lifesaver 🙌🏻
If you have a cost co or sams membership definitely check to see if they have baby wipes. Buying in bulk is key when you have kids because it gets expensive
Girl, I just had a baby in April. The only thing I took out of my bag was my toiletries, my robe, and my going home clothes. You don’t need hardly anything. Keep your blankets and towels at home so you have less chance of getting blood on them. You will be more excited about snuggling your baby that most of your things you won’t even touch. 💜 message me if you need any other advice :) my girl is 3 months now! And she’s also my first!
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New video sharing some things Parker and I have been doing to prepare for our baby!! Also I messed up the music somehow around 4 minutes, so ignore that 🤪Don't forget to leave your hospital bag essentials in the comments if you have had a baby!!
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you should bring a extra blanket to the hospital and get the babys scent on it and bring it home earlier to luma so she can get used to the babys scent and be adjusted.
Snacks for Parker!! Although he can grab food you have no idea how long you will be there! Snacks are a must!
I recommend you go watch Casey Holmes's videos, she just had a baby and she vlogged packing for herself, hubby and baby. She's also going to put up a video about what she used and didn't end up using so it should be really informative for you.
I will watch for sure!!
Aspyn, I would for sure overpack rather than underpack, unless everything goes 100% perfect youre going to be there for more than one day. God forbid anything goes wrong and you need to stay a couple of extra days and parker has to run home to gather more thing. Much better to prepare for the worst!
Lots of tucks pads, a nightgown for yourself make sure it’s good for nursing, your own pillow and pillowcase, your own towel, hair elastics, socks no slip, charger, face cream, chapstick, outfit for baby to go home, get a night sleep mask as the right lights that they never turn off it’s so hard to sleep, nipple cream, nursing bra, wide tooth comb for your hair, travel toiletries
I would buy your own pads...most of the ones that the hospital have dont have wings and do not stay put. I would bring snacks also lol :)
Why do I have the feeling that baby’s name is Peach...? The sign in her room says Peachy, they are Mario fans, it’s aspyn’s favorite color, it is pretty uncommon, 5 letters... idk lol would be cute though! 😊
Shower shoes are a literal MUST! Especially in a hospital
Are you going to have a baby shower??
I would bring a boppy pillow with you for breastfeeding. It's a lifesaver because you will be too tired to hold her and it's easier to get them to stay latched.
omg yes shower shoes are a necessity. You can get nail fungus and it is contagious. I am a germ specialist. I go to places for my job and I review and make sure that they are following the health guidelines.
does anyone else feel like all their favorite youtubers are eitheir pregnant or just had babies bc same?! ps small youtuber check ya girl out:))
From a nursing student that just did labor & delivery rotation:
-bring comfy slippers/socks if you want -- you might want to walk around the floor and wear something other than socks
-birth plan -- good to have what you want written down, but things can change super quickly :)
-towels/pillows, etc -- usually the hospital has alllllll of that stuff. Double check with your hospital staff when you go for the tour.
-shower shoes: if you wear them in the shower when you travel, bring them. If not, don't. Hospitals have germs BUT L&D rooms/postpartum rooms are kept very clean. This includes bathrooms.
-extra pillows -- not necessary unless you love a specific pillow at home. Hospital will provide a lot of these things if you don't have them. (double check with your hospital!)
-extra tip: if you're extra concerned, pack a laundry basket full of things you might want but don't want to bring into the hospital and leave it in the car! -->fuzzy blanket, extra pillow, shower shoes, etc
Good luck and blessings
I was the same way when packing. Here’s my suggestion:)
•Robe
•Nursing’s bras/tank top (to wear under the robe)
•postpartum underwear
•slippers (no fuzzy socks)
•going home outfit
You don’t want a lot of layers after you give birth because when you need to feed her or go to the bathroom it’s easy to just open your robe and take care of business.
•toiletries
•hair brush
•hair tie
•something sweet to eat when you’re going through your hard contractions to help take your mind off ie: jolly rancher, gum, sucker.
•scratch mittens
•1 or 2 onesies (their belly button has to air out so they will be swaddled with minimal clothing most of the time so just basic white ones are perfect)
•a special blanket for baby girl
•a small speaker so you can play music to help get your mind off. Labor might take a while so it lightens the mood❤️
My daughter wore newborn cloths for a month:) you may want a few more just in case
I feel like she’s been pregnant forever!! I want to see her baby😭❤️
For postpartum kit: tucks medicated wipes, perineal spray (earth mamma makes a good one), the mamma washer by frida baby, pads for when your home (get a few different sizes and thickness), dermoplast spray(you’ll thank me)
Also for the hospital: the socks are good because your feet may swell like mine did and your shoes won’t fit. Also bring an extension chord for your phone charger or a long chord, because the outlet is usually really far behind the Bed.
I just finished packing my hospital bag, some of my favorite items are my matching hospital gown for me and baby girl, folder for all the paperwork they give you to keep, velcro swaddle, sleep mask, change for vending machines, and button down nightgown!
The blooming baby bath is this BEST! It is so cute and you don’t have to try to store a plastic bath tub. It just is a like foam that folds up :)
100% do not bring your own towel. You will bleed A LOT after birth, and blood will get everywhere. You’ll wipe it off and there will be more lol. So unless you want to possibly ruin your own perfectly good towel, don’t bring one. My hospital’s towel sufficed just fine. However, you’ll likely shower more than once. After birth I only spent one night in the hospital, but the nurse let me shower while in labour before contractions became too intense, then I showered after labour, and then again the morning that I left. You’ll feel gross, so you’ll likely shower a few times, but it’s still not worth bringing a towel of your own.
Bring flip flops for sure. Hospital floors are probably the filthiest part of hospitals.
If you don’t really have a plan, then I wouldn’t worry about a birth plan at all. I didn’t bring one. I just said I don’t want an epidural. The rest I would play by ear and do what was best for my baby and I, and they said okay and that was that lol.
You don’t need much for baby. Just bring some newborn and 0-3 since she could be bigger than expected.
adult diapers 🙌🏻 sooo much better once i was home. also never did a birth plan i just enjoy going with the flow
i just gave birth to my baby girl and i do recommend having your own pillow from home and some nightgowns for yourself as well. it was nice being able to have little things from home to wear and have with me. i also recommend bringing some of your own pads. the pads are really thick from the hospital and when you stop bleeding so heavily it’s nice being able to wear something less like a diaper. if your hospital isn’t going to give you dermoplast spray, i would also recommend having that. it makes everything feel a bit better and helps the soreness and swelling down there. love you guys, i hope this was helpful.
I found out on May 15th I was pregnant. I was already so excited about your baby videos and had been watching religiously but I was extra excited knowing I was too. A week and one day later I experienced the worst heart break of my ENTIRE life. My angel is now in heaven and it has been a true struggle to watch your videos. But I have and I do so with a bitter sweet smile!! I’m so happy for you guys!! I’ve been watching since y’all were cute babies dating and taking college classes. I pray for your months to come and a happy healthy delivery and blessing!! Love you guys!!
They give you a lot for postpartum - I highly suggest the squirt bottle for your lady bits, the hospital underwear is ugly but it is SO comfy & you won’t ruin any of your other underwear. Also, I say bring your own pillow as well. Hospital wipes are dry wipes so you might want to bring your own pack of wipes as well. I LIVED in t shirt/sun dresses after birth, it’s the most comfortable after delivery and also a lot easier on your body that just went through a lot, especially if you have a c section. Slippers are also a must! 💕
Pack Witch Hazel for your postpartum kit! That was a life saver for me. It really took away the burn when going to the restroom. Also you can soak some pads in witch hazel and freeze them for when you get home.
A comfy blanket is a must, nursing pillow, hospital pretty much gives you everything else you will need
I babysit a 18 month old with craaaazy allergies. He’s doing reversion therapy, and at night he wears the owlet sock. It’s super helpful & definitely gives the parents & I some peace of mind that he’s okay throughout the night
I definitely recommend fuzzy socks! Hospitals can get really cold plus the extra comfort when you’re in pain is nice.
I had our baby 2 months early emergency c section with NO HOSPITAL bag packed and I’m telling you....they provide nearly everything! Bring whatever you need to feel comfortable but we showed up with nothing and were totally taken care of :) so don’t stress
Nursing night gowns, robe and your own pillow is a must!! I didn’t bring shoes for the shower and it was fine lol. But pack more clothes for your baby than you think. I only packed about 4 or 5 outfits and he went through them super quick.
At my hospital they provided all of the postpartum necessities. I used a peri-bottle, “numbing” spray (can’t remember the name of it but the cap is blue!), lanolin cream, thin super maxi pads, and witch hazel wipes! Those were my main necessities
a robe!! You will feel so much better walking around in a comfy robe during labor, and it also covers up your back side of the gown in case you have visitors!
i work at Bed Bath and Beyond and Buy Buy Baby is our “sister store” and i can honestly say they’re an amazing company and their products are fantastic!! i hope you guys enjoy everything you’ve purchased! i’m so excited for up coming baby vlogs!
I love how in love they are. She’s so lucky to have a husband who’s as committed as she is. I’m so happy they get to start their own family ❤️
ABSOLUTELY have fuzzy socks or house slippers. That was something I’m so glad I had! Also pack some sort of nursing cover if you’re modest. When I had my son there were doctors, nurses, and family members walking in and out at all times so I kept the cover on me constantly. Also, I read that someone recommended over packing. When I went into labor and arrived at the hospital I was told that I would have to have a c-section. So my hospital stay went from 2 nights to 5 and I did not pack nearly enough! Just something to think about 😊
Hospital towels are definitely extra! Hospitals do provide pads and and mesh undies but the always depends are a absolute must have!! They are a major life savor & are so much h more comfy than what your hospital will supply!!
I work with newborns in the mom/baby unit and my biggest piece of advice would be to bring just one outfit for the baby to go home in. While you're in the hospital your baby will be getting so many tests done and getting their vitals checked constantly and we pretty much have to undress the baby each time if they are in an outfit. Your baby is totally fine to stay in just their diaper and a swaddle and it makes it easier on both you and the caregivers! We won't let baby get cold! Also, bring slippers with a hard plastic bottom. Most hospitals don't want you walking around unless you are wearing their socks with grips on the bottoms or shoes/shoe-like slippers (all for liability reasons). So so excited for you and Parker!
Definitely agree on fuzzy socks hospitals get so cold!
You FOR SURE need some type of shoes for the shower. Either flip flops or crocs. Also, a Boppy nursing pillow is amazing!! Another amazing product that I finally found with my 7th child is the Boppy head and neck support. Babies head will often flop in the car seat and this support actually works!!
I would bring some candy to suck on. Since you can’t eat and it helped to distract me through the contractions.
Ok, a few essentials that I have done for baby one and two, snacks for Parker, shower shoes, newborn and 0-3 month clothes, AND I really liked leaving behind a pre-written thank you note for our Doctor and Nurses and
I pre-made a couple of treat bags for them. They REALLY appreciated it. I couldn’t have had my children without the wonderful support of the doctors and nurses!
I think it’s a great idea to bring just cheap flipflops, like the old navy kind. But don’t be surprised if you just do not care about putting them on after delivery 😂 you’ll be just so ready to shower lol I feel like all labor/delivery units are so cleanly due to risk of infections so I wouldn’t stress too much. I did have super comfy slippers to wear at the hospital just because flipflops didn’t fit my feet after delivery (just swollen). Make sure you have spare phone chargers packed because the last thing you want to be thinking about as you’re trying to leave for the hospital is chargers! Honestly the stay at the hospital is usually super short, and if you feel like you are missing something, your family can always bring it lol
Imagine being sponsored by buybuybaby. That is the goal when becoming a mom holy
Sometimes baby's come early , so i would for sure pack your hospital bag now. Most importantly, don't stress u can always purchase things once she is here if u don't have them. God Bless u and your adorable family!!
Depends for women. So much more comfortable than the mesh underwear! Also, super long phone charger.
The Ace Family had made “What’s in their Hospital bag” a while ago, and the video has a lot of great ideas for what to pack. She has also had a kid before so she knew what to pack. Love you!!! ❤️
I would definitely recommend bringing a "binky" or pacifier if you plan to use one for your baby. Also, if you plan on nursing, I would also recommend using a "Boppy Pillow." They are the best to help with nursing for new moms!
You guys are going to be the absolute most loving and amazing parents💕
The bouncer you were looking at is great. My daughter has one and used it for her twins. They are two now and still will sit in it
The hospital will most likely make you where the socks they have with grips. The socks are giant! So I recommend bringing your own. Also, you don't need to bring anything for post partum care or for baby (other than any outfits you want put on her) because the hospital provides everything!
I’m an L&D nurse and your list sounds good! The hospital will have all the basic you and baby need but I recommend getting depends instead of using pads. There tends to be a less leaking (gross I know) and then you don’t have to worry about ruining your undies.
For hospital bag:
1. Water cup with straw (great for labor!)
2. Boppy pillow so you can have the lactation consultants help you learn breastfeeding positions
3. Nipple cream
4. Robe and night gown(night gown is better than PJs since they will be checking you periodically)
5. High waisted comfy pants for going home in case you have a c section
You’ll want to bring a basic folder! They give you so much paperwork for you and baby and it’s easier to keep track of everything!
I’m so excited for you to have your baby. Can’t wait to see who she looks like.
I just had my baby on Tuesday so this very fresh in my mind. I only stayed 24 hours, and elected not to shower and just did when I got home, but obviously that's your personal preference. My baby didn't wear anything until we left and the hospital kept her swaddled tight with a hat. They provide diapers, wipes, mesh undies (which are the only ones you'll want after birth), and pads. This was my second pregnancy, two different hospitals, and both provided all those things. It's stressful, but they make it easy and both hospital stays for me (my first being a c-section) my husband was able to run home to grab any missed items. Parker might want a blanket though, the nurses don't always pay attention to the dad's needs. I'm getting so excited for you!!
Something I NEEDED a lot was burp cloths, you never know when the spit up is going to happen! And take them everywhere with you!! Lol so excited! I’ve been watching you since before Parker 🙌🏼🥰
I don't think a pillow is necessary. If you need more or less or whatever, they can give you more pillows. I LOVED bringing my own little thrown blanket. Especially for pictures with my baby and it was extra snuggly if I cuddled with him in bed.
In my opinion, 1-2 outfits is plenty. My son stayed in blankets and diapers until his going home outfit but even if I did dress him, he never made a mess anywhere (until we got home🙄) haha.
Good luck!! 💕💕💕
I sat in a bath all night during labor and so wearing shower shoes to take a shower in there the next day didnt seem necessary. I did use comfy socks to walk around the room though, and slippers. The hospital floor seemed dirtier than the shower floor. I was also glad to have an extra set of PJs / bathrobe to change into after I got a shower. And speakers for music were important for pushing! Also, snacks for you both
Have a feeling her baby girl’s name is Peach 😍 adorbs
MUST HAVE POSTPARTUM: witch hazel wipes!!! Also make your own "padsicles" for when you get home. You put aloe and lavender on a pad and freeze them!
wow the months are going by fast ! 💗
Shoes are a must. And extra socks in case you feel yucky from walking on the floors and getting into bed.
I only brought enough stuff for a natural birth and ended up having a c section... so pack a little extra for clothes and snacks just in case. Also, there’s nothing more comfortable than bringing a blanket for yourself to cuddle up in after you have your baby. We only brought one for my sons dad and I definitely wish we brought two as I kept taking his lol I brought flip flops to walk around in. My feet got a little swollen from all the fluids, so it was nice to have a pair of loose shoes to wear
DEFINITELY bring your own flip flops for the shower! i dont care if its a hospital or a camping shower lol. you dont know what you'll catch in there lol
I dont know if you’ll see this but... my previous job was a nanny job for a little guy who was 5 weeks old! With him until he turned 3, so i can confirm that in general you’re going to want about 5 times as many burp cloths, muslin blankets and swaddles than you have thus far. They come in handy for EVERYTHING! And you’ll use probably 4 a day that will be ready for laundry at the end of the day!
Definitely bring snacks. Also for the hospital bag depends if you plan on just staying the the hospital gown they give you I did so I didnt even wear the clothes I brought accept when I left to go home. And as for not having to many newborn outfits you never know what size your baby will be I barely had any newborn clothes and my baby ended up being 5lbs and he wore newborn clothes until he was 4 months old.
I always suggest packing for at least 3 days just Incase you have a c section because you never know what will happen!
One of the things you can do for the bag for the hospital, divide the things on ziploc it is much better to find the stuff
Make sure before you go into labor to make padsicles😂😂 take a pad and put some with hazel & aloe gel. Stick it back together. Put in the freezer until right after giving birth! For when you’re bleeding and then it helps w the burning! It’s a LIFESAVER
I’ve been watching u for years now and I can’t believe you’re going to have a baby now!
Didn’t bring my own pillow, blanket or towel. They also give you the mesh underwear. I put nike spandex shorts over the mesh underwear for more “support”. Also put loose comfy sweats over on over both. I had a nursing tank top but wish I brought a zip up hoody to put over for 1. Easy coverage when people visit 2. Easy access for nursing
They gave diapers
I brought my own white noise machine for when he slept
Also don’t be afraid to stay an extra day if you’re struggling with breastfeeding! I did and it was worth it!!
so excited for you guys! i just had my daughter 12 weeks ago. I would recommend bringing your own underwear, they do provide some but they are super uncomfortable and i constantly felt like they were gonna fall off whenever I could walk around. Also, I did bring my own pillow and I am glad that I did, I don't think you need to bring a blanket thought. Another thing that I brought and I really enjoyed was a diffuser. You're list sounds really good though, don't over think it.
Casey Holmes here on TH-cam just had her baby a couple of days ago. She said on her Instagram that she will be posting about her birth and what she actually needed in her hospital bag pretty soon. I would say check out what she thought was essential since she literally just went through it. I’m so excited for you and Parker!!
Definitely shower shoes. Lots of postpartum mommas shower in the shower you will use (think blood 🤢). Get your self some tuck's wipes/ witch hazel. Bring your own pillow, if you have to stay longer than one night you will want your pillow. Bring you nursing pillow (boppy). Ask for lots of the mesh underwear they are amazing.
Congratulations Aspyn and Parker on your baby girl Ferris that is coming in less than two months
When you go on your hospital tour they'll tell you what to bring. We loved that baby lounger and had a similar baby bath, it's perfect. You have enough swaddles. Use the hospital socks and discard when you're done, hospital floors are gross. Don't bring your own pillow, hospitals are gross. My daughter turns two this week so this is bringing me back!!
I'm so excited for baby feriss and I have a lot of joy this baby
I would recommend getting depends. I know how it sounds. But they really help a lot after birth, especially when you get home.
SO FUN getting ready for a baby! Just the experience of shopping and putting it together! than you realize half the stuff you didn't even really need. LOL her closet does it come in my size?? :) lol
Boppy pillow for sure! It helps for learning to breast feed, definitely some snacks and maybe easy entertainment. A lap top where you can play movies or something. It gets boring sitting in a room even with a new baby to love on because your not at home able to move at your free will. I had to stay 2 extra days due to my sons sugar levels going really low and it was frustrating with no where to go and nothing to do.
I love you Aspyn and Parker! I don’t know what I would do without y’all beside me! Always and forever ♾ I really want to meet y’all someday! #number1fanforlife 💕 I loved this video!❤️
Hospital gives you hospital grippy socks to walk in, most postpartum items are given by the hospital (yes pads and mesh underwear, baby wipes and diapers), hospitals are super dirty please wear shower shoes. Pillows are provided and usually you can have as many as you want within reason. -LVN / RN student went through OB rotation 🙂
100% bring depends!
I brought Flip flops & socks
I was only there 24hrs and didn’t shower.
Birth plan - should be deliver a healthy baby.
SNACKS!!!!!!!
Baby - we ended up needing premie not newborn so pack a few sizes.
Wow I love that buybuybaby sponsored you!!! They have EVERYTHING you could need, babies are hard and expensive even for youtubers. I know that must’ve been such a great blessing
I love how polite you and Parker are💕
Change of clothes , flip flops, socks, your blanket and pillow, depends, shower stuff. My hospital had everything for baby and me but didn’t really use much they offered for me just for baby. I brought a couple of outfits but never really put him in clothes cause he was always swaddled or covered. Plus they do testing on them all the time so they usually take there clothes anyways. And the black poops can be messy so you might get it all over and ruin an outfit.
I would DEFINITELY bring your own pillow. It would help you feel so much more comfortable!
aspyn - i recommend witch hazel or organic Aloe Vera to put on pads (put in freezer after) for after birth! it helps with the pain 💕💕💕
Lather a pad with aloe Vera and witch hazel and freeze it and sit on it after when you get home. It helps sooooooo much
My sister just had her first baby in December.He is now 6 months old. By no means am I an expert on babies and I know every baby is different but he only falls asleep when in a swaddle. I think that is definitely a good buy. He has that banana teether tooth brush and loves it.
witch hazel! you will grow to hate it but it was a blessing in a bottle for me!
as an aunt who had my nephew pass away from SIDS, i think the Owlet is a MUST. my nephew was completely healthy and happy, but he randomly stopped breathing in his sleep. now whenever we go to baby showers, we always get them the Owlet.
You don’t really need to bring anything for the baby besides the car seat and outfit to go home. Idk if every hospital is like this but the one I delivered at gave me all the postpartum items I needed.. I would however buy a pack of overnight pads and regular pads bc you won’t need the giant hospital ones forever 😬 Parker definitely needs to bring a blanket and pillow. You may not bc mommy and baby are first priority. You also might want to bring a few snacks for recovery.. the hospital gives meals but they deliver at a certain time. It’s nice to have a midnight snack if you need it. For you- bring a nice set of pjs for pictures and when you have visitors.. I had a nursing gown and robe set and baby had a matching outfit. Comfy clothes to go home in (think big and baggy.. nothing tight) a pair of loose fitting shoes (your feet swell after birth from fluids etc) basic overnight toiletries! That’s it!
Aspyn watch what Catherine Paiz (from ACE family) brings in her hospital bag! She was super specific!!!
The feet/sock monitor is not recommended by doctors because it doesn’t make mums actually be relaxed with their babies because they don’t work like a professional monitor in the hospital would do. So I recommend not wasting your money nor recommending it to first time mums. They do sound like they would work though but they are not even accurate. Love from a med student!
Snacks! Pillow for you and hubby, sounds extra but it’s worth it since sleeping at the hospital is uncomfortable. A personal fan is a good idea too! I couldn’t sit down while I was having contractions and having a fan blow in my face was a lifesaver 🙌🏻
If you have a cost co or sams membership definitely check to see if they have baby wipes. Buying in bulk is key when you have kids because it gets expensive
Girl, I just had a baby in April. The only thing I took out of my bag was my toiletries, my robe, and my going home clothes. You don’t need hardly anything. Keep your blankets and towels at home so you have less chance of getting blood on them. You will be more excited about snuggling your baby that most of your things you won’t even touch. 💜 message me if you need any other advice :) my girl is 3 months now! And she’s also my first!
literally so excited for you guys to have this baby!!!!