If your due date is right around the corner, you've probably packed, triple-checked, and re-packed your hospital bag. But... have you thought about what you'll need once you bring baby home? We've compiled a postpartum care checklist of some of our essentials for those first few days (and weeks!) after birth, plus our top 10 postpartum care must-haves, as recommended by real Baby2Body mamas!

Download the ultimate hospital bag checklist so you can be prepared before giving birth. From must-haves for you and baby to little luxuries to make your hospital stay more comfortable, we've got the printable packing list you need.

We're not talking about the basics of what to bring for the big day because we're guessing you probably have those covered already — Today we've got 5 items you might not think to bring but will be so glad you did. You might call them "Lux Haves" because you really don't need them to give birth, but they'll might make the experience a bit more comfortable.

There's a key reason why you hold baby as soon as (safely) possible after birth: the benefits of skin-to-skin care. That early close contact can have lasting physical and emotional benefits for both mother and baby. Knowing the benefits can help you to make informed decisions about your labor and delivery care, as well as newborn care after baby arrives. So we’re unpacking this important topic.