recovery must haves & hospital bag!

hey mamas!!
i have a scheduled c section for april 13th this is my second c section with my first being an emergency c section.
what are some of your recovery/postpartum must haves ??
and what did you pack in your hospital bag for a planned c section for yourself & baby??
TIA.🤍

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