My OB is a mom of a 1 and 2 year old and gave birth at my hospital. She gave me the tip of bringing a suitcase with all of our item in one bag (Divided by packing cubes). We definitely looked crazy but it was so much easier than juggling 3 different bags and going home I just chucked everything into that one bag.

@useridcn

11 ай бұрын

Agreed. Especially when dad has to be the one who takes care of all the stuff 😂

@veronicagrave159

11 ай бұрын

My husband and I were able to do this with our stuff and most of the baby stuff with a carry-on size suitcase. I think we brought the diaper bag too although it wasn’t full. I’m glad we did because we ended up getting a lot of extra stuff from the hospital and also relatives who brought us gifts to the hospital.

@kyliepfannenstiel6702

5 ай бұрын

Yup, only will have my carry on rolling suitcase that will have my stuff and extra clothes for my husband (cause he’s bringing his work backpack and not thinking he needs any spare clothes), the diaper bag that only has her going home clothes and two small burp rags for us to use to get the dogs used to her smell before meeting, and my breastfeeding pillow. Debating on taking my pump with me still - got 7 weeks til due date to decide.

Pack bendy straws! This saved me so many sit-ups during my labor and postpartum.

Eye mask, sound machine and earplugs! Helped me so much while sleeping!

I didn’t bring a pillow the first time, and I will definitely be bringing one next time. I also had an electric blanket. It was so nice to have my own cozy blanket, and a few times I got really cold, so this saved me. Bringing my nursing pillow was essential too. A lot of people say that you can just use a lot of pillows, but my hospital was low on pillows. I was lucky to have two, and they’re not supportive. My arms hurt a lot postpartum, so I was so glad I brought my nursing pillow.

@frankytalks7941

Жыл бұрын

Electric blanket you are the mvp, after getting an epidural I thought I would be relaxing comfortably but I was shivering the whole time and so cold, I wish I had that!

What great timing! I'm almost 38 weeks, so my husband and I definitely need to have our bags on standby. I'm starting to see some early signs that labor is coming, so I need to get things washed, folded, and packed TODAY!

@giselleduff1001

7 ай бұрын

Happy 9 Months In, 9 Months Out!! 🎉❤ we're at the opposite end. 10w + 4 😊

The most solid advice in this entire video is ZIPPERS only!!!! Do not go with a long pants outfit full of snaps or buttons. My baby is 7 months and I’ve only put her in snap outfits that other people bought us and I was trying to be nice/take pictures.

@abbeypotter714

Жыл бұрын

Exactly! Snaps and buttons are bullshit 😒

@emmathompson6283

Жыл бұрын

Unless you have a nicu baby. Snaps come in handy for all the wires!

@hare8004

Жыл бұрын

The zipper clothes are also at least twice as expensive. So not like everyone has the choice

@karinakissell9565

7 ай бұрын

I think I must be a freak. I really don't mind snap outfits (even for middle of the night diaper changes). Lol

@jeredmintz8564

5 ай бұрын

Amen. Snap buttons suck, zippers are the only way.

YES to Silverettes! If hospitals gave to all nursing mommy's I think that would be amazing! Also, please bring food and snacks.

@beccared5319

Жыл бұрын

Did you get the ones they recommend? I was a little shocked by the $59 price tag on Amazon.

@highvibe.health

9 ай бұрын

And do you recommend the silverette with o-feel or without?

They didn’t mention what I thought were the most essential items for me when my LO was born - a white noise machine (to keep baby sleeping through the noises of the hospital), and a fan (for labor). I had a stroller fan clipped to the side of the bed while I was pushing and it was something I definitely needed throughout my labor.

Packing my bag today using this video. Thanks for the recommendations!!

I’m due April 19th. So glad I found this🤰🏾

I love her….she is adorable. Thank you for all your great tips and advice

I'm 34 weeks and I'm so nervous! Your videos give me peace of mind for the coming weeks 😊

Stroller fan!! Attached it right to the side of my hospital bed. Also helped with transition nausea

This video is right on time for me, I'm currently in the process of packing my own bag ^^ Fun to see the differences in American and Dutch requirements. We don't automatically get put in a hospital gown upon arrival when we choose to deliver in the hospital. So I do have to bring something to wear. And we are advised to bring two sets of babyclothing, in two different sizes, as our babies can apparently be slightly too big for the regular one-month-size at birth 😅

I would add: if you do pack minimally that’s totally smart BUT I would have maybe packed a second replacement suitcase to leave at home just in case. I ended up in the hospital for ten days total because I had postpartum preeclampsia that they couldn’t get under control. I was SO sick of the clothes I had and everything smelled gross. I did send my mom/husband to bring me more stuff but of course it wasn’t exactly what I would’ve picked for myself.

@RW86424

8 ай бұрын

I am planning on packing a "if I have to stay late, something goes wrong, end up with a C-section or if baby can't breastfeed" bag and just keeping it in the car so it's not cluttering the hospital room if I don't need it, but I have it "at" the hospital if I need it!!

@mamaberry

3 ай бұрын

Both of these suggestions are brilliant. Thank you.

Always nice to watch these videos, specially as a first time mom that’s almost there and still working on my bags. I heard other people (nurses in Yt) mention to bring the boppy for breastfeeding. Also snacks and drinks for after (can’t always trust dad with all of that). Thanks for sharing!

Love my hospital. They provide almost everything.

A l&d nurse told me to pack swim trunks for dad in case I want to labor in the shower so he can be in there supporting, massaging etc. "That way if we come in his junk isn't out" 😅

I ended up being in the hospital for 6 days due to my baby having jaundice. I packed crazy light because of everything I heard! We both ran out of clothes and after 3 days, the hospital stopped providing me with towels and pads 🤯 but didn’t want us to leave because of covid. It was a horrible experience. Next time I’m bringing a damn suitcase with everything I’ll need to be comfortable just in case.

Make sure to bring a newborn size and premie size :) I didn't know my son would be so tiny and his newborn outfit was even too big on him!! Having a few different sizes is helpful.

@RW86424

8 ай бұрын

Yes! And a 0-3 month in case baby is too big for newborn, as that has happened to a few of my friends!

I'm currently in the second trimester! Thank you for the ideas

I bought a little fan from amazon that has legs to attach to your hospital bed. That thing was a life saver! Trust me, you get hot!!

💕💕💕 congrats on the second baby!

Snacks and your favorite soft drink/juice are must haves. I had an emergency C-section a month ago and hemorrhaged. After I got out of the operating room, I was so thirsty I could drink a gallon of water straight up. When the nurse gave me the OK to drink water and juice, I could only get a small bottle of juice from her and ordered a couple of more cups from food service. I wish I brought a big bottle since my husband couldn’t leave and buy one until the second day we were there.

Thanks for the excellent list, I just packed my hospital bag for baby #3! I also added clear gatorade because I tend to get thirsty and need some extra energy during labor, and the hospital here restricts to clear liquids only. Also a wrap baby carrier because last time it was a life saver when I had to stay an extra day for monitoring and wanted to get up and walk around while keeping the little one warm and happy.

@audrey7650

2 ай бұрын

Good tip! I’m 37 weeks today & the doctor told me Liquid IV is a great option and it is also clear! Hope things are well with your baby ❤

This video is right on time for me. Currently pregnant with baby #2 and we're due in August. Our eldest is almost 4, so It's been a while since I've packed hospital bags.

due at the beginning of March…i love your guys’ videos!!! especially the hospital bag videos, it has been so so helpful when packing for me, my husband, and our baby boy!❤

@marquis101

Жыл бұрын

My son is an early March baby!!! He is THE BEST. He is going to be 6 this year. Don't blink, it goes by fast!!! Pisces babies are awesome! Congrats!

I think it’s so cool we had our first and second pregnancy around the same times! (Same trimesters) 😊 Congratulations ❤

My Boopy breastfeeding pillow was a game changer. I had not taken it with me to the hospital but made my husband go home to pick it up. After an emergency c-section, it was essential to breastfeed comfortably.

Absolutely agree for the silverettes. I didn't bother with any nippel cream and I was able to avoid cracked, dry, soreness, what have you. I will forever advocate for them. They are pricy but so with it.

We packed everything (including pillows and blanket) in one huge suitcase so all dad has to carry is one suitcase and a car seat. We also pack a sound machine/night light combo.

I’ve been waiting for this!!! Due April with my first.

Baby nail clippers! Our first was born with talons in the hospital had no Clippers. Also we used Puck lights throughout the room including at the nurses station so that night there were no lights on.

Food for thought, as a Flight Attendant, just take 1 roller board for all things. One trip, and rolls out! Best of luck!

Zippered outfits are great for baby, but snaps are amazing when in the NICU! Lots of wires and access needed and we thought snaps were the best for our little guy.

@mamaberry

3 ай бұрын

What about onesies with magnet closures, or the little kimono-style newborn outfits that close mostly with simple cloth ties? Snaps still don't seem like the optimal solution, given the amount of effort required and the level of exhaustion involved, if (or once) the baby is no longer in the NICU.

Definitely need that extra room in the diaper bag! Our nurses loaded us up with diapers, wipes, formula (for supplementing), pads, mesh undies, etc!

Hi guys! Watching you from England UK and I'm very happy to know that I'm receiving an open&honest feedback about pregnancy in general from truly specialists not just random people......love this video about packing 🧳. I'm due in 2 months ( first baby) and I like to be prepared.Your overall videos, especially the 24 hours post-partum it's been so helpful to set up my expectations.I love how open and amazing you complete each other 🤗. Stay blessed 🙏❤️!

I'm due May 2nd and can't wait. Thanks for the info!

@ano.theart3050

Жыл бұрын

I’m may 10th!

Yes, food immediately after is great!

@zarzilla392

Жыл бұрын

especially after a long labor. I couldn't eat for 29 hours of labor in hospital, and I hadn't eaten before because I didn't know I wouldn't be allowed to, so I went 36hrs without food.

Thanks for sharing. Really needed to rap my self up

Hi ☺️ I'm due in July with my first baby boy after 5 girls 🎉💙 I'm so excited 😊

@ngs5554

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations mama ❤

@veronicav575

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations! I have 5 girls as well. I’m due in 4 weeks with a mystery baby. Fingers crossed for a boy!

@tiffandfam7466

Жыл бұрын

@@veronicav575 thank you congratulations 🎉🎉 you'll have to keep me updated 💙💝🍼

I find it fascinating how different rules are applied in different countries. Here in Sweden they actually want the mom to keep the energy high throughout the process so they encourage having a favourite snack with you, and there is always someone who can fix a sandwich in the middle of the night.

@mamaberry

3 ай бұрын

I think it's mostly a holdover from the days when C-sections were done under general anaesthesia, because there is a small risk of aspiration. But most people just have a spinal block, these days, so it's a really rare circumstance in an extremely unlikely situation. I've heard that [the rules are] starting to change, but American doctors can be *very* conservative in their practices. [Edits bracketed.]

I'm definitely bringing my own pillow or two the second time around! My neck hurt so bad when I was lying on my side in the bed after getting my epidural!! Also, I'm going to bring a premie outfit in case my second baby is also on the smaller side. My 1st was only 6lbs 5 oz and the newborn outfit was too big on her.

The only thing I would add is a hands-free pumping bra! And possibly a cover. I had to pump some with my first and I wish I realized how much a pumping bra can be a lifesaver for not having to hold the flanges on the whole time, and a cover so when people walk in at all hours of the day you can cover up if pumping.

You are the cutest couple ever. Thank you for the information.

I loved the Frida Mom delivery and nursing gown. I changed out of it to a robe post labor but found the blue hospital gowns so uncomfortable.

I loved your convertible car seat review! Can you do something similar for infant car seats?

Clip fan to put on the hospital bed! It saved me!

My first child I went to the hospital with nothing because my husband said we're just coming back. That wasn't the case lol Really they take care of you, so this list is perfect.

I'm in South Africa and due in February. My hospital gave me a packing list - and boy, it is not light. We have to pack two packs of linen savers, two packs of maternity pads, 6-8 baby outfits plus vests, hats, socks and mittens, all baby toiletries and wipes and spirits, all toiletries for mom including wash cloths... oh, and diapers. We also have to split the bag to put more of certain items at the top for easy access by the nurses. I was dumbfounded at the amount of stuff I had to pack, and I haven't even added a pillow for me yet. I've decided to take some of the stuff out and have husband keep it in the car.

@chantellsenekal2641

Жыл бұрын

Im also from SA, due in April. Are you booked into Mediclinic, life or another hospital group?

@frankytalks7941

Жыл бұрын

I am South African but gave birth in the states, all I had to bring were baby take home clothes, car seat, my toiletries and my going home clothes, everything was provided for baby

@HatariRed

Жыл бұрын

@@chantellsenekal2641 I'm booked into a Netcare (Unitas). Our closest hospital is a Mediclinic, and my dr used to practice there, so it used to be an option for the confinement. I have their list as well, and it is definitely a bit shorter/fewer things.

Hi I am new to your channel and really love the Contant thank you for sharing

I already had my baby last month, why did I still want to watch this? 😂 Joggers are seriously the best. I was thinking if I would bring anything more than what I brought, I would bring a few sets of nursing pads. Though I guess the milk supply isn't in yet that early...just something softer than the bras.

@veronicav575

Жыл бұрын

Mine comes in pretty early. Some people’s doesn’t. Best to be prepared.

Due on April 25th, so this is so helpful! I definitely have way too much stuff in my baby's bag after watching this 😅

Due 13th March and this was so helpful ❤

@TheDoctorsBjorkman

Жыл бұрын

We’re so happy to hear this. Best of luck to you and your little one on the way!

Oh wow 👌 👏 😍

Due June 25th!!!!🥰😁 I'm so excited!!!! Wishing only the best for you, Sarah, and all of my fellow mommas💜

@marquis101

Жыл бұрын

Due June 16th!! June 2023 babies woohoo!

@bmiche6895

Жыл бұрын

Yay June babies & mamas! Due June 9th 2023!! 💖

@faithkurosaki1058

Жыл бұрын

June babies, Due June 15th !! ❤❤❤

This is so wild to watch from Canada. They dont give you anything and when they do they act like its a huge favour. My sisters partner was sent out for formula the day the baby was born. Bought the wrong stuff three times, had no way to warm a bottle in the hospital room. Lactation consultant was a joke when she finally showed up two days later. It was an actual fking nightmare.

@vivianniu8172

Жыл бұрын

Oh no, which province? I’m in Ontario and heard they do provide basic things.

@veronicav575

Жыл бұрын

That’s socialized medicine for you. “But it’s “free”!”… yeah, but it’s also shitty. The more socialized our medicine becomes here the states the crappier the care becomes.

Japan gives full course meals during labor 🙈 I can’t understand America at all

@mamaberry

3 ай бұрын

It's a holdover from when women would get C-sections under general anaesthesia. There's a (very low) risk of aspiration. But people almost always are awake for C-sections, now. I have heard that it's starting to change, little by little. I still have to check, with my hospital. But American doctors can be *very* slow to change the way they've "always" done things.

I would add bringing a pumping bra just in case! If you need to be separated from baby, baby needs to go to the NICU, some other issue where you need to start pumping … my little one unexpectedly went to the NICU and while the wonderful staff helped me create a pumping bra out of a belly band, the real thing was so much better. I also think having a pair of moccasins/sandals/slip-ons that mama can step into on her own without help (even if you have an unplanned c-section) and wear out to the car or public areas of the hospital or down the hall even … clutch.

When do you suggest packing the bag?

Can you link which exact thing you recommend for the Nipple silverettes and what sizes to get?

I brought my pregnancy pillow which seemed extreme, but that's the only way I could get some rest during induction

There are a few things I have debated taking so I'm planning to pack them separately and leave them in the car so they are easy access if needed, but I can avoid taking too much into the hospital.

Hi Drs. Bjorkman! Amazing useful videos! I am currently preparing to become a first time mom through IVF, im in all the pre-conceptional preparation (vitamins and stuff).. as part of this im quitting smoking and i found there is not much information regarding how long should one stop smoking for each risk, there is information about how its best to quit 1 year prior to pregnancy and how after quitting for 3 months most couples regain their fertility. However i could not find any information, regarding how long it takes to recover your "baseline" risk in issues like SIDS, low birth weight, etc. This is really making me nervous, what if i dont quit long enough and my baby has SIDS and its my fault!! (I know, dramatic future momma brain). By any chance do you have that data?

Just a quick tip for breastfeeding baby number two and beyond, the abdominal cramping is insanely intense!! It is more painful and it lasts longer!! Congratulations!!

@lindsaywait8763

Жыл бұрын

Oof, this is so true. I was shocked the second time around at how painful the after delivery contractions were!

You guys helped me out so much. Ive been other “hospital bag” videos and those chicks were starting to stress me out. Their hospital bag list was looong and seemed expensive but you guys helped really did help bring back to reality. Thanks

I will say I’m taking my own panties, pads, and depends with because the hospital mesh undies only covered half my plus size butt and that was not comfortable lol! I was so greatful I packed my depends last pregnancy.

@veronicav575

Жыл бұрын

Amen to depends! I bring my own as well

I have a question for you doctors… how do you feel about the infant head supports you can buy for their car seats? I have been told not to buy them but I noticed it kept babies head more stable.

My baby was on the smaller side and the diapers were falling off! Had to send my mom to the store down the road for some newborn diapers 😅 I'll probably pack a few of those next time just in case.

More than one going home outfit would also be ideal if you don't know what size your baby will be. You can have one Premium Outlet one newborn outfit or one newborn outfit and one zero to three month outfit if you tend to have a bigger babies

I had my second before covid and the hospital provided so much stuff. I had my third in mid 2021 and the hospital didn't provide 25% of the stuff they did with my second. This time around I'm just taking all my stuff with me peri bottle, ice pads, Always underwear, etc. I'm not taking any chances.

I'm currently 35 weeks and Im only taking one suitcase with wheels for husband and me and the baby's bag so I can pack it with the extra things they give me at the hospital plus bring her cute leaving hospital outfit (in two sizes since shes coming out at 37 weeks) and birth announcement plate. We just dragging those wheels, we are only carrying the baby haha. I also have a toiletry bag inside with things for husband and me. Im not taking shampoo, conditioner etc. Im not washing my hair at the hospital. I will be fine.

Only due end of May but already want to be packing 😂

Jason Derulooooo

I’d add lidocaine spray and pericare/incontinence pads/hot-cold compresses to the list (I know you mentioned that they have them in the hospital, but I’ve seen the ones we give our patients and they’re extremely flimsy.

@LifeRNhungrynursetravels

7 ай бұрын

Otherwise, amazing content!

I needed this since I'm due in May! Thanks Tho in canada they don't give u much pads or diapers. Apparnelty they just give u 1 or 2 pads. Maybe it's a free health care thing loll they used to give more now they give less and less

I brought nursing tanks as well (but not the ones with removable pads) and a cardigan so that after I changed I could wear the tank and have easy access to my boobs, but also a cardigan thats easy to take on and off as I get hot/cold. Best idea I had lol

A question to potentially address in a Sunday Q&A: what are your thoughts on circumcision? Pros and cons? Due with a baby boy in March and going back and forth. Thanks!

@lydiamahoney177

Жыл бұрын

The rest of the world finds this sort of thing horrifying. To us, it is like cutting off finger tips incase they don't grow up to keep their nails clean.

@roxcrm

Жыл бұрын

Husband and I are for circumcision... and my husband REMEMBERS his! He was around 6 years old with no anesthesia. If we have a boy, we will do it before baby is 1 and will have anesthesia. It's cleaner, healthier and safe when done correctly. It is also part of tradition, culture and religion around the world.

I had my baby last month and I wish I'd had a sleep eye mask! The computer in both the labor and delivery room as well as the recovery room had a screensaver that the image changed every ~20 seconds. Some images were light and others were dark so the level of light in the room was changing ~20 seconds which made it really hard to sleep during the short periods of time I could rest.

@chcnsac

Жыл бұрын

Great point!

A mini fan when its hot days, hospital rooms are hot, at least where i live

I'm currently pregnant for baby 2 and 35weeks along and I'm yet to pack my hospital things I hope this help

I didn't change out of my hospital gown until after baby was born then I was able to put on my own clean comfy jammies plan on bringing them same jammies when I go have baby #2 im high risk for preeclampsia so I'm 2 weeks away from the 3rd trimester where high blood pressure started to creep up but had no other symptoms of preeclampsia so mama over here is nesting early I'm not due until March but I am wanting to get everything ready for baby boys bag early just in case I might pack my bag early cause the jammies I wanna wear while in the hospital for a couple of days after giving birth I don't wear them now so next week I'll be trying to buy Christmas gifts and baby boys clothes and essentials he needs I also was induced at 33 weeks with my 1 year old daughter so this mama anxious and wants to be extra prepared with my bag ready and babies bag ready

Do you have a link for the nursing camis you have? I want ones like that with actual cups in them

@Hooplahoma

10 ай бұрын

I have the same one she showed in the video and I got it at target!

I had my baby in New Zealand and after the birth they told us they don't even supply diapers and wet wipes. So my husband ran to the next supermarket and had to buy all the baby might need 😂

What about your breast pump to make sure for proper flange fit and things with the lactation consultant at the hospital?

Is this still good for c-section and potential nicu stay?

Thanks for the information! Outside of the United States (Italy) the hospitals don’t give anything 😅

The most important things for the hospital for me were my eye mask and a robe. Absolutely essential to make naps comfy. I had a c section, so the other necessity was comfy slippers that fit my swollen feet.

One thing for baby is socks 😂 Hospitals don’t have socks for babies (at least not in Germany) and those tiny feet are always getting lost in those onesies 😃

Did you put this all in one suitcase for both mom mom, dad, and baby?

Hello Doctor. I am due for delivery in March last week. Thankyou for the detailed video on Hospital Bag. It was indeed very helpful. I just have a query that should I carry Breast Pump and the feeding bottles and bottle sterilizer too as I have a scheduled C-Section. Thankyou & Regards!!

@amccoy5199

Жыл бұрын

My daughter is having a scheduled C-section next week. She asked her OB and she said the hospital has all of that, but you might want to ask your personal OB or ask the hospital you are delivering at to be certain.

@poornimabodkekolwalkar4716

Жыл бұрын

@@amccoy5199 Thankyou so much for your response!! 🙏

My hospital supplies everything for me but almost nothing for the baby! It’s super odd they gave us a couple diapers, a small package of wipes, the little hat & one Velcro swaddle. I had to ask for a blanket 😂 they also had a tshirt but they were 3 months size & my babies are usually smaller than that so I can’t use that either! Another odd thing was I was expecting to have somebody double check how I had the baby buckled but nobody did that & then when I was going to my car, they didn’t even check the base or even ask about it. That was also weird because my sister gave birth 15 days later down the road and they had a complete opposite experience

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I am curious but was this at the same hospital where you work?

Do you need a nursing pillow for the hospital? I had that on the list to pack. Thanks!

@chcnsac

Жыл бұрын

I would have loved one. Do take one. My arms got tired trying to support the baby all the while learning how to get baby to latch. My back/shoulder muscles ached from the strain which caused even more problems with breast feeding. Packing cubes or ziplock bags with clothes in them. Something to put dirty laundry in. Great video!

@kapiliere

Жыл бұрын

I'd pack it but you might not need it. Mine never left our car because my hospital provided me with so many pillows that I was able to use a bunch of pillows they provided me to support my baby while working on figuring out our latch.

@melissaharris2845

4 ай бұрын

I didn't pack it and ended up having my mom bring it up when she visited. You could use the hospital pillows but I found them uncomfortable and they didn't provide enough support

Nail clippers for 2 days?

@blackeyedsusan727

8 ай бұрын

Sounds like you never break a nail. Good for you. Personally, I'd go insane without being able to fix it

It’s not a big deal to pack too many baby clothes in my opinion since they’re so tiny. I only brought one with me but I ended up having to stay several days due to complications and so my husband had to run home to get more clothes since I was still learning that boys will pee the second you open the diaper 😅 he soaked me and him on many occasions

Hand held fan for the mommas that get super hot and feel you can’t breathe that was my thing 😅

Literally 2 hours away from labor induction and just now packing bag lol whewwww

I’m so conflicted on the pillow lol. I think in their first video they said keep the pillow at home because it will get nasty! But now I’m the second video have the pillow!

@sbb998

8 ай бұрын

I brought the biggest nursing pillow and it was very good to have and I didn’t get it dirty at all

@mamaberry

3 ай бұрын

I recently tried out a new type of pillow, and my first attempt was comfortable, but just a *bit* too thick for longterm use. It's what I'm packing for the hospital. We're inducing (because I have cholestasis), so I'll want a good night's sleep *before* the labor, too (since they're ripening my cervix overnight).