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What do we need to take with us tho the hospital ??? I have never had any type of surgery before so I'm not sure what I will need !!!! Thanks Laura

Hi! Here's what I plan to bring: Brush Tooth brush/paste Wash cloths LIP STUFF!! --- This one is a must, I hear. Shampoo/conditioner body wash Hair ties Pillow Slippers or no slip socks Lotion Magazines -- I hear mags are better than books because of the drugs Q-tips Camera PJs -- It was suggested to me to a buy a pair bigger because you bloat some with all the fluids. wipes and tongs --- personal hygeine can prove difficult for some. lose/comfy clothes -- for ride home. pads/tampons -- most women start their periods at the hospital back scratcher -- this was also listed a real bonus - for reaching and scratching. Blessings, joy and health! Nancy

Oh my God I completely forgot about that part. Can you believe that. I have been so scared , excited and scatter brained the last few days. Thanks for the reminder. I'd better get started on packing my suitcase. Good Luck To All Gloria Y.

Near the bottom of my profile I have a list of things that I plan to do, get and pack. I've been trying to be organized - a real stretch for me! I'll keep you in my prayers! Keep us posted! Nancy

Thank you Nancy !!!!! Sounds like you thought of everything to me. Laura

It's a great list! Sounds like you are an organized person to me. I figured I wouldn't take a lot. Keep it simple, get a travel pack with the litttle shampoo and the like. Of course, I am in Houston and my surgery is in Dallas (I moved mid-process), so I'll be packing a bag for the hospital and a bag for my mom's after I get out of the hospital. I've been in the hospital before, but under emergency cir****tances where I wasn't able to pack a bag and didn't stay long so I didn't have much with me. I'm sure if you forget something the hospital will have a substitue (but it will invariably come with a hefty pricetag I'm sure ). Glad you pointed out the feminine issue. Both of the people I know that have had the surgery so far started while in the hospital. Egads! At least the painkillers will kill my cramps too! Blessings all! Eliza

Here is a list I have compiled Chap Stick/Carmex Hand lotion Small size shampoo / conditioner Soap/body wash Toothbrush / toothpaste Deodorant Q-tips Hairbrush/comb Back scratcher Tampons/pads Bandanna or Eye Mask -Keep the light out Earplugs ?? - keep the noise out Slip-on, no-slip slippers Warm socks Long robe CD Player/CD's/Batteries Cell Phone and charger Comfy Pajamas Pillows for the car ride home (I will put these in the car when we leave so I know they will be there when I get picked up) Quilt for the car ride home (same as above) Magazines Puzzle-books Pens Journal (Keeping notes of your hospital stay) Some people take a fan as some hospitals are hot (but check with your hospital and make sure it's allowed) Some take their own pillows

The nurse I spoke to at my pre-op meeting today said to bring nothing except for my CPAP, but you can bet that I plan on bringing toothbrush and paste lip balm my own pillows slide-on slippers a good book And my favorite shampoo and a brush I'll wear their johnnies and use their soap. It's only for a couple of days. Only one week away. I've probably had one of the shortest notices for surgery (I found out Wednesday that I'm having surgery on 9/3) but I'm kind of glad that I don't have a lot of time to stress about it.