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The Hospital Bag

Updated: I’ve used this list as my guide when packing my bag for bub number two and made changes based on my experience last time. Click here to see what I’m doing differently second time around. 


As a first time mum with a tendency to overpack for every occasion my hospital bag list is on the bigger side. 

I have spent countless hours googling, insta stalking and pinning lists for that all important hospital stay when bub finally makes her appearance earth side. 

Keep in mind different hospitals provide different stuff and a few of the items I'm packing will be provided by the hospital but I've included as either a backup or a personal brand preference. 

Please note there are no sponsors or freebies featured in this post, these are my personal choices and there is no intention to claim any affiliation with the brands pictured. Scroll to the end for the full list. 




For the bag itself I went with the Mimco Lucid Baby Bag. I had a bit of trouble tracking this one down  as it is no longer available online. I got mine by calling a David Jones store and placing a phone order but there are still great styles available on the Mimco website. 
I've stuck with sample and travel size products to save on space with the logic that hubby can bring me anything I run out of if my hospital stay extends beyond the expected 2 days. 

Our little girl will be a winter bub so plenty of wraps and blankets. 

New slippers and nighties for mum. 


I decided to pack my own towel and face washer. I've also brought a pack of cloth nappies to use as mess rags. 

Nursing friendly camis and cosy sweats. Bonds and Kmart have been my go to for comfortable and affordable maternity clothing and underwear. 

I have gone with a stack of onesies given the time of year . I will pick one of these as a going home outfit. 

Bits and pieces. Cute head bands, mittens, socks, bibs and singlets to keep bub snug. 
Everything for a mumma to feel refreshed. 

The Full List (some items not pictured) 

For Bub
  • 6 Huggies Newborn Ultimate nappies
  • Nappy bags
  • Curash travel size wipes
  • Johnsons baby cotton buds
  • Sudocream nappy cream
  • Tommee Tippee soothers
  • Snuggle Honey Kids swaddles and headbands
  • Target Baby Studio swaddle
  • H&M white bodysuit and tights
  • 6 wondersuits - Bonds & Sprout
  • 6 Big W Dymples singlets
  • 2 Bonds Bibs
  • 2 pairs mittens Kmart
  • 2 pairs socks Bonds
  • 1 beanie Bonds
  • 1 cardigan Target grey organic cotton
  • 2 cotton wraps Best and Less & Minihaha
  • 1 muslin wrap
  • 1 facewasher Best and Less
  • 1 towel Kmart
  • 3 cloth nappies (mess rags) Kmart


For Mum
  • Kmart slippers
  • 2 Nursing camis Kmart 
  • 1 pair maternity leggings Kmart
  • Bonds grey zipper hoodie
  • 2 nighties
  • Dressing gown
  • 3 pairs socks Bonds
  • Billabong change purse
  • Sensitive silver sleeper earrings Priceline
  • Libra Maternity Pads
  • Kmart Nursing Pads
  • Nivea Micella face cleansing wipes
  • Aquim hand sanitiser
  • Toothbrush, mouthwash & toothpaste 
  • Shampoo & Conditioner travel size
  • Disposable shower cap
  • Deorderant
  • Lansinoh nipple cream Baby Bunting
  • Dermalogica skincare pack Adore Beauty
  • Hairbrush
  • Hair ties
  • Gold coins (for parking and vending machines) 
  • Notebook and pen
  • Rubber thongs Havaiana Australia
  • Lollies and snacks
  • Phone charger
  • Antenatal record
  • Empty shopping bag
  • Eye mask 
Would love to hear what you didn't pack and wish you did!





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