Question:
Any last minute suggestions before my April 9th surgery?

As prepared as I think I might be for my surgery Wednesday, April 9th, I am sure there might be a few things I haven't thought of. I would be grateful for any tips or suggestions that you wish someone would have told you before your surgery and recovery period. Thanks!!!    — victoriandove (posted on April 7, 2003)

April 7, 2003
Hi, Congratulations and Good Luck!! These are a few that I needed when I got home: One of those grabber things to pick things up with,(A MUST HAVE), a wooden spoon with wet ones for wiping after going to the bathroom, a backscratcher actually came in handy, chapstick, Those are the big ones that I can remember. Most of all try to be calm, I was a mess the day before surgery but very calm the day of, Good Luck!!
   — Kelly* P.

April 7, 2003
LIP BALM, slippers and a small pillow for the ride home!!! Also, LeyAnn is right. The "blue stuff" does NOT come out. I had to have it cut out : ( just when I was letting my hair grow...Best of luck to you!!! Yeahh...it's finally here!!
   — msmaryk

April 7, 2003
A small personal fan. Hospitals are sooo hot and my little fan was a life saver in keeping me comfy. Lip balm definitely. Your not there long enough for reading materials other than glancing at a magazine. Slip on shoes so that you don't have to bend to tie anything.
   — Cindy R.