Everyone overpacks for labor. It’s like we all assume that we’re traveling to a spa in Rome for a month with paparazzi in tow. 

I was no exception to this rule, and I recommend that every soon-to-be mom enjoy the process of prepping and overpacking for the hospital as they approach their due date. 

To help, I thought I’d outline what you NEED to pack…in no particular order.

1. Million Dollar Fantasy Bra

The most comfortable nursing bras ever – regardless of whether or not you want to try to nurse. Those tatas will feel weird AF. Trust me on this one.

Nursing Bras

2. Personal Masseuse

I highly recommend bringing your husband, partner, or friend.

3. Jerry Seinfeld

Labor is unpredictable so be prepared with at least one guarantee. Like mindless entertainment that you’ve seen over a hundred times. Think ahead and download throwback shows like Seinfeld and Friends. Do NOT rely on the hospital Wi-Fi.

4. Shania Twain

Create or find an empowering, female-first Spotify playlist and bring a bluetooth speaker with you. I swear I pushed out my son to the song “Man, I feel like a Woman.”

Anker Soundcore Bluetooth Speaker

5. A Manicurist 

Or anything that makes you feel human. A hairbrush, make up. People will start visiting you once you’re in recovery and by day 2, you’ll want to look a little less like a train-wreck.

6. Jacuzzi Jets 

Turn the hospital into a spa in every way that you can. But actually, shower shoes, pillows, comfy PJs that button down the front, a robe.

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