Question:
what do you bring with you on you're surgery day
i need to know what to bring with me such as clothes and medicines things like that. — mellissa cummings (posted on November 1, 2009)
November 1, 2009
You shouldn't need to bring any medicine. The hospital should have all that
in your records. All I brought was a hairbrush, toothbrush and paste, and a
small pillow to hold over tummy when coughing and for the ride home. I
brought a book, but I slept a lot and didn't really watch TV that much.
You'll be up walking, too. Hope this helps.
— flybaby46
November 1, 2009
Don,t forget lip balm,for those dried lips, and ear plugs,so you can sleep,
with out being bothered.
— rebecca W.
November 1, 2009
i brought a comfortable nightgown, slippers, a book, loose clothes to wear
home....but honestly, i was so tired and out of it, that I pretty much
slept the entire time i was in the hospital when I wasn't up walking. So, i
wouldn't bring to much with you. The hospital should have all the
medication that you need
— grasstango
November 1, 2009
A great big smile, a whole lot of hope and faith, and strong resolve to let
this be the start of all new habits and a whole new life!
— jtoothman
November 2, 2009
I brought a ROBE so that when I got up to walk SIX times or more a day, no
one had to see my backside, and I didn't have to worry about holding that
darn hospital gown closed. Lucky for me, the surgeon put a "picc
line" in my neck, so I didn't have to worry about trying to get my
sleeves over an IV. But really, lip balm, your cell phone, a book or
magazine, and your toothbrush and toothpaste and shower and shampoo items
are all you need. They give you everything else. Oh, and lotion. I
needed my lotion because my skin felt very dry.
— Erica Alikchihoo
November 2, 2009
If music comforts you, bring an MP3 player or a portable CD player with
your favorite CD's. I enjoyed listening to my praise and worship music
while I was in the hospital. Just bring things to make yourself
comfortable. I even brought my own pillow, because I have a hard time
falling asleep on any other pillow. Congratulations on your upcoming
surgery and God Bless.
— KimM
November 2, 2009
I took my CPAP machine, plenty of pillows, comfy clothes, pads (if you have
a monthly visitor during your surgery), camera, lip balm, hairbrush,
slippers/flip flops, and my laptop. I also needed a fan, but the hospital
provided that. Good luck in your new journey...It's totally worth it!
— C. Barnes
November 2, 2009
CHAPSTICK!...Don't leave home with out it...lol.If you are a reader get you
a good book.and some crosswords and search-a-word book. The night in the
hospital is so long.you will think you ahve slept an hour and then you look
at clock and it has only been 5 minutes.this is no exaggeration.also get
you a soft bigger size gown that is very comfy.i felt more comfortable with
my own gown.best wishes.keep us updated.if you ahve a laptop you can drop
us a line while you are waiting out that long night....in my prayers.
— carolyn1970
November 3, 2009
i had surgery 10/19. CHAPSTICK, CHAPSTICK, CHAPSTICK!! i don't remember
much of the 1st day, but they do have you up and walking at least x2. I
also brought a bigger softer pillow and a fuzzy blanket that smelt like
home and not the hospital. What kept me busy on the second day was my
laptop; check your hospital for policies. Good Luck!
— [Deactivated Member]
November 3, 2009
Chapstick
Book
Loose pants shirt to wear home
pillow for the car ride home
toothbrush and toothpaste
Babywipes or face wipes b/c you can't take a shower
Extra ponytail holder
You are not awake for most of the time you are there.
— LittleBlackDress
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