Packing your maternity suitcase is a bit like getting ready for a great adventure , but with a lot more cuddles in store! Here is a practical and non-exhaustive list so that you and your little one are perfectly equipped for your stay in the maternity ward.
1. Comfortable clothes:
- Open-front nightgowns or pajamas for breastfeeding,
- nursing bras,
- ultra comfortable (or disposable ) panties,
- and a cozy bathrobe.
The little extra: What if you chose a pretty breastfeeding outfit for your return home?
2. Your complete toiletry bag:
- The essentials: toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant...
- As well as your favorite skincare products to make you feel good (a small sample of your perfume for example)
The little extra: Also think about special postpartum sanitary towels, we particularly recommend the Mamacitas kit
3. “Cocoon” accessories:
- slippers or flip-flops,
- warm socks (depending on the season),
- your breastfeeding pillow,
- additional pillows for optimal comfort
4. Entertainment and relaxation:
- Books and magazines...
- Tablet and headphones...
- A small speaker to play a playlist composed in advance for when you are in labor, or after
The little extra: An extension so you can access your phone and other accessories from your bed
5. Some administrative documents:
- your identity card,
- your social security card and mutual insurance card,
- your medical file,
- your birth plan (if you have one),
- your blood group card.
The little extra: Let's dry things up a bit to slip something fun into this paragraph ;)
There you have it, your checklist for a well-filled maternity suitcase! Enjoy every moment, from the first tears to the first smiles, this adventure is unforgettable.
As this well-known little quote said: Childbirth is the only blind date where you are sure to meet the love of your life!
Good preparation and above all, enjoy these unique moments to come!
