Bathing suit
If you want to use a shower/bath during labor
Nurse gifts/thank you cards
Ultrasound image
to use as a focal point for labor management
Diffuser/essential oil
to use for labor management
Small massager
to use for labor management
Heat pack(s)
to use for labor management
Speaker
to play music for labor management
Headphones
to use for labor management
Acid reflux meds
If you have acid reflux during pregnancy, it can sometimes get worse during labor
Birth plan
Make sure to print several copies!
Mesh or large underwear
you’ll most likely get some at the hospital
Pads
you’ll most likely get some at the hospital
Dermaplast
you’ll most likely get some at the hospital
Robe/nightgown
if you don’t want to wear a hospital gown the whole time
Changes of clothes to go home in
Pillow/Pillowcases
If you want your own
Any sign/letterboard/etc for pictures
Extra bags
The hospital usually sends you home with stuff
Towel for car
Just in case your water breaks en route.
Something decent for pictures