I think when packing your hospital bag you can be as organised as possible and still forget something. My first son was born much smaller then anticipated and I owned nothing that fit him. So my mum rushed out to buy him 4 zero clothing. Remember magazines, snacks, toiletries, anything you need can always be brought in by your Husband and visitors so do not stress. Hospitals also have pharmacies that sell everything so do not worry! Always check with the hospital what you are required to bring as most private hospitals provide a lot of the essentials. However it is up to you with what you would like to use. I personally preferred to bring and use all my own things. Here I have provided a guide to what I packed in both mine and my babies bag for the hospital.
*Tip - Ensure your car seat is correctly fitted at least a month prior to your due date in case your bubba arrives early. Organisation is key! I also have a blog on "Newborn Essentials"
Mumma's Bag:
4x Nursing Bras
7x Soft Seamless Undies (granny undies, preferably black)
Nursing Pads
Maternity Pads
Nipple Balm
Rite Aid Hydrogel Breast Discs
Lip Balm
Nighties (that button for feeding)
Robe (optional, I love my robes)
Pillow (optional I took my own pillow and blanky)
Slippers
Lactation Cookies (optional - I loved Boobies Bikkies) www.bobiesbikkies.com.au
Phone & Laptop Chargers (laptop optional)
Personal Toiletries - toothbrush, deodorant etc
Makeup Bag (optional, sometimes its nice to put on a little to make yourself feel better)
Snacks
Notebook/Diary & Pen (great to record feeds)
Birth Plan (if you have one)
Plastic Bag/Laundry Bag (for dirty laundry)
Private Health & Medicare Card
Bubbas Bag:
4 x Grow-suits
4x Baby Singlets
Newborn Nappies (private hospitals provide)
Baby Wipes (private hospitals provide)
Bath Wash (for first bath)
Dummies
Sleeping Bag (I used Love to Dream)
Bibs (if bottle feeding)
2 x Swaddles
1 x Warm Blanket
Formula (preferred brand if you are formula feeding)
Medala Microwave Sterilise Bags (a quick easy way to sterilise dummies & bottles)
Special Outfit (to go home in)