What to Bring To Portsmouth Reginal Hospital

Hi,
I am havng RNY on Friday, April 16th.  I cannot wait to be on the loser's side, but I am freaking out a little bit.  What should I bring to the hospital, nightgown, slippers, toothbush etc?  Any suggestions or little tips you have learned to make post op a little easier?

Thanks for your help.
Lisa

Hi Lisa,

You must be so excited!  It is definately nicer on this side of the bench.  You should definately bring chapstick, a mp3 player or iPod.  A good book or magazines.  Maybe ear plugs to drown out the sounds of the hospital. 

Unfortunately you have to wear the johny they provide because of your IV, your slippers if you have a favorite pair as long as they are easy to walk in.  Your music the room should be a single so no room mate worries.  I will be there when I get out Friday just to check then I will be back Saturday so if you need anything I can bring it by.

Can't wait to join you, I am so excited for you as well.  This is  going to be so great !!!!!

Good luck tomorrow, you'll be in great hands, literally. 

I didn't use anything I brought with me.  I actually preferred the lip creme the hospital provided to the chapstick I had brought.

Oh wait, I wore my own slippers. 

post if you need anything, I am in Dover.

Julie