Congratulations—you’ve made it to the third trimester! Now’s the perfect time to start thinking about your hospital bag and making sure you have everything ready to go. Personally, I like to have mine packed by 34 weeks for peace of mind. I also prefer using two separate bags—one for baby and one for me—which helps keep everything organised. And if you haven’t already, I highly recommend packing cubes to make finding things even easier!

The second time around, I packed only the essentials and actually used everything I brought—unlike my first experience, where I had way too much stuff. Below is the exact packing list I used for Amelie’s birth, refined to include only what truly matters.

Baby bag essentials:

• 6 baby grows (I love Next baby grows!)  
  • 3 newborn size
  • 3 0-3month size
• Going home outfit (make sure to include cardigan, coat and mittens in winter)
• 2 blankets 
• 2 swaddles 
• 4 burp clothes 
• Water wipes
• Nappies 
• 2 Hats
• Formula (Even if you’re planning to breastfeed, it’s good to have a backup—most hospitals use Aptamil)
• Bottles (teat size 0)

Mum bag essentials:

Tech & Comfort

• Laptop & charger
• Extra-long phone charger
• AirPods
• Eye mask (essential for better sleep!)

Clothing & Accessories

• Bathrobe
• Slippers & flip-flops (for the shower)
• Socks
• Bobbins (hair ties)
• 2x PJs (one short, one long—hospitals can be VERY warm!)
• 2x comfy outfits
• Nightgown x2
• Maternity bras x3
• Maternity underwear
• Towel (black)
• Face cloths x2

Toiletries & Beauty

• Toothbrush & toothpaste
• Shampoo, conditioner & body wash
• Cleanser & moisturizer
• Lip balm (hospitals can be drying!)
• Hand sanitizer
• Hairbrush
• Makeup (if you want to freshen up)
• Hairdryer

Extras

• Snacks (including chewing gum!)
• Water bottle
• Frida Mom postpartum pack (highly recommend!)
• Thank you cards & small gifts for midwives

Quick Tip: I’ve also added a list to our bio (https://shopmy.us/bearsclub), so you can easily grab any of the essentials you need.

Wishing you all the best for your birth—you’ve got this! 💕 xx