WHAT TO TAKE TO THE HOSPITAL

HI I LIKE ANYONE TO HELP WITH WHAT TO TAKE TO THE HOSPITAL , MY SURGERY IS FEB 15 AND I WANT TO BE READY AND NOT RUNNING AROUND THE DAY BEFORE TO GET THINGS. I'M ALSO LOOKING FOR A . JACKIE

Me too, This is what I'm getting together from what I have read-- Chapstick for your parched lips. I'm bringing moisturizer to feel refreshed and I have this spray mist--aromatherapy..called Energy that wakes me up and makes me feel good. Disposable handwipes/face wipes. Depending on how difficult personal hygiene is for you-- I just ordered a peri wash bottle. Has a nozzle to squir****er where ya can't reach. I guess if its hard to do now.. when your belly is sore.. it will be worse.( I found one online..email me.. I'll find the link, if you cant find one in a drugstore) Your own pillow. Last time I was in the hospital I brought my own fan. It was so stuffy in my room. A little battery op one they will allow. Phone numbers and maybe alittle notebook incase you feel like writing your thoughts. Also.. maybe some copies of posts from here for inspiration if you feel like crap. I don't pack light. Good Luck. I'm coming up behind you.

Hi Jackie Congratulations on your surgery. May it be uneventful and your recovery speedy. According to Barbara Thompson in her book, she says you should take the following: PILLOW: just so you have something familiar and to hold against your tummy when you have to cough and for the ride home. LIP BALM: lips may be very dry after surgery FAN: in case you are troubled by the hospital heat BODY LOTION: soothing for dry skin SLIPPERS: "slip on" as you won't feel like bending to put you heel in CAMERA: so you can have pictures with doctors, flowers and yourself READING MATERIAL: maybe a magazine or two FAMILY PHOTOS: they can be comforting to look at CLOCK: with lighted dial so you can see time in middle of night TALCUM POWDER: a dry bed is more comfortable if free of perspiration COMFORTABLE CLOTHES TO WEAR HOME She also suggests a nightgown and toiletries. I always find that because of the IV's, catheters and bandages, it is easier to wear hospital gowns. Usually hospitals give you toothbrush, toothpaste, etc. You may want to take hairbrush, makeup and whatever it takes to make you feel comfortable. I hope this helps. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Brenda

In addition to everything else that others have listed: List of medications that you are on. insurance card. Reading glasses. Have you done a health care proxy? What not to bring: cash/credit cards computer heavy reading material jewelry contacts -- from Dr. Terry Simpson's book Good luck. Cheryl

Lot's of good ideas here. Something I'm bringing--depending on how you feel about music, might be a good timepasser for some of you--my MP3 player. Has more music than I could ever listen to on it (I've got a 30GB Nomad Jukebox Zen--currently has almost 8000 songs on it). That should keep me for a few days. If you have a MP3 player at home you might want to think about loading it up with your favorite music and bringing it.

The MP3 player is a great suggestion. I brought mine to the hospital and it was really helpful with my roommate played her tv all night. I found it very relaxing and it helped lull me to sleep.

Hi Jackie~~ A phone card is good to bring--so you can make phone calls! Do Not bring too much! You can wear the same loose fitting clothes to and from the hospital. Easy slip on slippers are a must, you won't be bending so easily the first few days. Also, a robe that opens in the front, this way you can put it over your shoulders as your doing laps around the hospital. When you go for your Pre-Admission testing, ask them what will your hospital supply you with as a patient!! One more thing.......take a Before Picture........you will be glad you did!!! Start Packing--Your going to be a loser soon! Alice

HI ALICE I NEVER THOUGHT OF A PHONE CARD BUT I HEARD THAT THERE ARE PHONES IN THE ROOMS, WHICH IS NICE. I DO HAVE TWO ROBES THAT OPEN IN THE FRONT AND I STILL NEED TO GET SLIP ON SLIPPERS , I HAVE REAL NICE ONES BUT I NEED TO PULL THEM ON . I HOPE TO GET A LITTLE THE FIRST DAY OR SO. I DID TAKE A BEFORE PICTURE BUT I CAN'T SEEM TO GET IT ON MY PROFILE PAGE I HAD TO GET HELP AND I'M STILL WAITING . THANKS AGAIN FOR YOU HELP JACKIE

Jackie~~ Below is the direct link for photo help~~~ They are all volunteers so it does take some time to get a photo up here! Just e-mail them and they will let you know what to do. http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/photos-menu.phtml Hospital do have phones in the rooms, but you need a phone card to make outgoing calls. Good Luck and keep us posted!!!

Wow Those are some good :ideas: I'm a bad girl I didn't pack yet. It just didn't feel real until today. So I'm going to use some of these ideas and start packing. Or I'm going empty handed God Bless Congrats Jackie, see you on the losing side!