Help! Wondering What I need!
Here's the list I've compiled for myself so far:
Chapstick, jojoba oil (my moisturizer), lotion
Toothbrush, paste, floss
Hair brush/comb, comfy barrettes (I don't like my hair in my face!)
Toiletry supplies (shampoo, conditioner, face wash, soap, hand sanitizer)
Sports bra, underwear
Comfy, slide-on slippers (washable)
Light-weight robe (maybe a light snap-front gown or two?)
Small fan, pillows, pillow cases (to make things more comfy)
Reading material, laptop, Ipod, cell phone & charger
Earplugs
Not sure if I'll get/take all of this, but they are the things I've seen suggested. :) Since I am picky about using all-natural, non-toxic, organic products, I have to bring my own, but the hospitals normally do supply showering supplies and I think you will only be taking one just before going home.
P.S. Think about having a going-home outfit that would be comfy for you. I've heard some people say they just go home in a gown and robe. At least choose something loose. The sports bra is for support without hurting incisions. :)
Chapstick, jojoba oil (my moisturizer), lotion
Toothbrush, paste, floss
Hair brush/comb, comfy barrettes (I don't like my hair in my face!)
Toiletry supplies (shampoo, conditioner, face wash, soap, hand sanitizer)
Sports bra, underwear
Comfy, slide-on slippers (washable)
Light-weight robe (maybe a light snap-front gown or two?)
Small fan, pillows, pillow cases (to make things more comfy)
Reading material, laptop, Ipod, cell phone & charger
Earplugs
Not sure if I'll get/take all of this, but they are the things I've seen suggested. :) Since I am picky about using all-natural, non-toxic, organic products, I have to bring my own, but the hospitals normally do supply showering supplies and I think you will only be taking one just before going home.
P.S. Think about having a going-home outfit that would be comfy for you. I've heard some people say they just go home in a gown and robe. At least choose something loose. The sports bra is for support without hurting incisions. :)
The list posted above was pretty good. Personally I wouldnt bring slippers - they should give you no-slip socks to walk around in - hospitals are EXTREMELY germy - you dont want to bring all those germs home with you... I threw the socks away before I left the hospital.
Bring elastic/drawstring pants to leave in... something comfy and roomy since you may be bloated.
Cell phone/charger
Face/body lotion (I HAVE to have my lotion)
I brought books/magazines and didnt touch a single one.. was too tired.
Didnt need shampoo/conditionder/body soap because I wasnt allowed to shower there, they gave me a bucket o soapy water and a washcloth to wipe myself down with the day I was leaving - I also brought my own face cloths which I used to freshen up with.
Bring elastic/drawstring pants to leave in... something comfy and roomy since you may be bloated.
Cell phone/charger
Face/body lotion (I HAVE to have my lotion)
I brought books/magazines and didnt touch a single one.. was too tired.
Didnt need shampoo/conditionder/body soap because I wasnt allowed to shower there, they gave me a bucket o soapy water and a washcloth to wipe myself down with the day I was leaving - I also brought my own face cloths which I used to freshen up with.
First visit to surgeon - 288 ~ bmi 45.1
2 week pre-op 252 ~ bmi 39.5
Total lost - 153 Since surgery - 117!
Goal weight - 155 (mine) 180 (surgeons)
Current weight - 135 (2020 I lost 10lbs due to dedicating myself to working out more and being in better shape)
1/14/2025 still maintaining 135 :-)
Extended TT, lipo, fat injections - 11/2011
BA/BL/Arm Lift - 7/2014
Scar revision on arms - 3/2015
HALO laser on arms/neck 9/2016
Thigh Lift 10/2020
Thigh Lift revision 10/2021
I'll be needing this list too, I hope...Did your doctor tell you what kind of vitamin to get? Also, did they suggest the Gas-X and Benedryl strips? And one more thing...Does the Isopure come in flavors? If it does, is there a kind you like better than others?
Highest/Day of Surgery/Current/My Goal/Dr.'s Goal
259/245/155/145/130
Too blessed to be stressed!
Michele
259/245/155/145/130
Too blessed to be stressed!
Michele