Expecting a new arrival? Congratulations from us!
As the end of your pregnancy draws close, we want you to truly embrace this incredible milestone. A time that marks the end of one journey and the start of a whole new, and very exciting, chapter in your life.
Packing your hospital bag is likely to be one of the last things you do as you prepare to meet your precious little one. So where to begin? With a plethora of information and so many products available to expectant new parents, it's important not to get overwhelmed, or indeed, carried away.
This read is by no means a definitive list, but we do hope that it helps to ease any unnecessary worries and stress that you may be feeling. Giving you more time to plan for the main event.
We’ve highlighted some of our tried and tested favourites below, as well as a handy checklist to help take the hard work out of choosing.
For Mama
A good bag is an ideal place to start. Searching for one that meets all your needs can be a bit of a minefield. It has to tick several boxes. Compact yet roomy, versatile but practical and of course, it needs to look good too. Choose from our collection of favourites, handpicked to fulfil all your parenting needs.
For versatility we adore this quilted changing bag from Tiba + Marl, perfect for the hospital, birth and beyond. Or how about their gorgeous Kaspar Changing Backpack in Mushroom, another stylish option, complete with a practical water-resistant outer. Have a browse at our full range.
You may wish to have a bag for you and a separate one for baby’s items, which can help make things easier to find.
Packing your bag a good month before your due date is also a good tip. That way, you are prepared and can relax and enjoy those last few weeks.
Next up, a good toiletries bag is a must have for storing all those skincare essentials in one handy place. Be sure to read our checklist above for all those beauty basics that we just can’t leave home without.
These sweet wash bags from Avery Row are perfectly sized and include clever elasticated inner pockets, ensuring all of those essentials are within easy reach. The Hyde Park Wash Bag from Nobodinoz is a nifty, well thought out space saver, with two separate zippered sections, one for mama and one for baby. Genius.
If you take one thing, make it the BBHugme pregnancy and nursing pillow. Ok, admittedly it’s not the most compact item, but we promise you will thank us. This ingenious piece of kit is a best seller and multi award winner, and it’s easy to see why. This pregnancy pillow ties easily around your waist to provide optimum support for your neck and shoulders as well as added comfort for your little one. Super lightweight, it comes with a handy travel bag for easy transportation too.
For Baby
A coming home outfit has to be one of the most exciting purchases you will make. Comfort is key here of course as well choosing something that looks and feels suitably special. We stock a wide range of carefully selected wares for newborns, all crafted from natural, organic materials, perfect for the most sensitive of newborn skin.
The unsung hero of any hospital bag has to be the humble muslin cloth. These little baby essentials are a real parenting saviour that you really won’t be able to live without. Just the ticket for mopping up spills, using as a nursing cover up, bib, blanket, lightweight towel - you name it, it can do it! Our advice is to invest in the best quality that you can afford, preferably organic cotton like these gems from Liewood. This comes in a handy pack of two, with an array of sweet Scandi inspired colourways and prints to suit your personal style. Plus they get softer with each wash too. Browse our extensive collection of muslin cloths available at Scandiborn.co.uk
That’s all for now. We hope you enjoyed this little read and wish you well on your parenting journey.
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