Olivia Culpo isn’t going to apologize for her essentials.
After the former Miss Universe welcomed her and husband Christian McCaffrey’s first baby, daughter Colette Annalise McCaffrey, July 13, she subtly clapped back at the criticism of her well-packed hospital bag, which, of course, included flameless candles.
“Look what I still couldn’t part ways with,” Olivia cheekily wrote in a July 15 Instagram Story with a photo of her candles lit up on a shelf. “These have really been AMAZING post c-section.”
And the 33-year-old emphasized that while many fans pushed back on her version of essentials, they all came in handy.
“I got roasted a little for what I packed—but I ended up using it ALL,” she assured. “When you’re recovering from a C-section and stuck in the hospital for 3-4 plus days, having your creature comforts is no joke. Sharing in case it helps another comfort queen.”
Indeed, Olivia dived into what exactly she brought along to the hospital in a July 11 TikTok, all of which took two large suitcases to fill.
“I’m such a pillow snob,” Olivia admitted in her social media post. “I knew that I was going to need specific pillows, it’s just like a me thing. I don’t know what the hospital pillows are like but I am not taking my chances. I need to get my beauty sleep. I’m gonna be a mom!”
In addition to the extra pillows, Olivia also packed fluffy blankets and two twin-sized comforters for her and the San Francisco 49ers running back, as well as two sleep masks, mini fans, aromatherapy spray and, of course, her flameless candles. And the former pageant star admitted of the latter amenity, “This is the most ridiculous thing.”
And since Olivia wasn’t sure if she’d be giving birth vaginally or by C-section, she also brought post-birth kits for both possibilities. Naturally, the Culpo Sisters alum also brought all of her self care must-haves including several pairs of pajamas, makeup, hair and skin products and soothing products for breastfeeding.
“A lot of this stuff is more luxuries as opposed to essentials,” Olivia admitted. “And I’m aware of that. I thought I would make my hospital stay more comfortable.”
Keep reading for a deeper look at Olivia and Christian’s love story...
Mr. and Mrs.
Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey shared a kiss as they jetted off to their wedding celebration in June 2024.
Here Comes the Bride
The couple were decked in matching white during a bridal shower in May 2024.
So Proud
Olivia showed some love to Christian after he broke Jerry Rice's franchise record for most consecutive games with a touchdown in October 2023.
Biggest Cheerleader
The former Miss Universe cheered on her man from the sidelines in September 2023.
Engaged!
The couple celebrated their engagement at a garden party in July 2023.
Spring Breakers
Before Easter 2023, Olivia and Christian booked an RV for a special spring break vacation.
Cheers to Love
Olivia marked her three-year anniversary in June 2022. She called Christian "the yin to my yang," writing, "you are the epitome of strength through humility. Thank you for being my rock and restoring my faith in love. You are everything I ever dreamed of and more."
Winning
Olivia and Christan have treated fans to a few PDA-filled social media posts during their relationship.
Look of Love
During a vacation to Mexico, Olivia and Christian turned up the heat with a beachside photo.
New Year, Same Love
"3 years of NYE kisses with you," Olivia shared on Instagram when kicking off 2022. "Time flies @christianmccaffrey."
Super Couple
During Super Bowl weekend in 2020, Christian and Olivia attended AT&T TV's Super Saturday Night.
Heartfelt Humor
"To my beautiful woman," Christian wrote on Valentine's Day 2021. "1/10 from the free throw line, 10/10 in my heart."
Let's Go
"Tis' *almost* the season," Olivia wrote on Instagram before the 2021 NFL season kicked off.
Love Bugs
"You are the hardest worker with the biggest heart," Olivia wrote on Instagram when celebrating their anniversary in June 2021. "Getting to see you work your butt off every single day to make your dreams come true has been such an inspiration to me and your sincerity in everything you do makes me feel like the luckiest girl in the world."
Cheers to More Memories
Here's to many more memories on and off any football field.