Maternity Essentials

Here is a simple Breastfeeding-Friendly Hospital Bag (待产包) checklist:

For Mom

✅ Nursing bras (2–3 pcs)
✅ Breast pads
✅ Front-opening pajamas / nursing wear (2–3 sets)
✅ Maternity underwear
✅ Slippers
✅ Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, lip balm)
✅ Maternity sanitary pads / postpartum pads
✅ Water bottle with straw
✅ Phone charger

For Breastfeeding

✅ Nipple cream (lanolin)
✅ Nursing cover (optional)
✅ Breast pump (optional, if needed)
✅ Milk storage bags (optional)
✅ Nursing pillow (optional)

For Baby

✅ Newborn diapers
✅ Baby wipes
✅ Baby clothes (3–5 sets)
✅ Swaddle / receiving blanket
✅ Mittens & booties
✅ Baby hat
✅ Baby towel
✅ Car seat (for discharge)

Documents

✅ IC / Passport
✅ Medical card / insurance documents
✅ Pregnancy record book
✅ Hospital admission documents

Minimalist breastfeeding tip: For the first few days, the most important items are a nursing bra, breast pads, comfortable front-opening clothes, nipple cream, and plenty of water. A breast pump is usually not essential unless advised by your doctor or lactation consultant.