M trying to take just a carry on bag. Any advice on what I should pack? I know it's hot in mx so I was thinking a couple summer dresses, flip flops, gas x, heating pad... Any advice would be great!

Lip balm for the dry lips due to no liquids by mouth...sock to keep feet warm. Also some house shoes because u got to walk the halls several times! Good luck!

I also went away for surgery. And less is more then enough. The first day in the hospital you have to wear the hospital gown and the next day you have to wear pjs or a a flowy summery dress. Nothing tight

And the day your get to go home, a flowy summer dress n flip flops is perfect!

Hope this helps

Also--i packed books, and laptop and stuff and used none! Just concentrate on walking, walking, walking!

Thanks everyone... Did not cross my mind to bring lip balm! Lol

Good luck to you! Yes, I believe bringing less is good. I go in on Wednesday (locally) and I'm taking lip balm, a book, slippers, toothbrush, and change of clothes to come home in. Just packing a small bag. My hospital specifically stated that I cannot bring any electrical equipment - cell phone, lpad, etc.

That is really too bad on the electronics! Books are always good. Where are located?

I know!! I would love to bring my Ipad, just to play. But the good news is if all goes well, I will be out of the hospital the next day. I did buy a book and am saving it for Wednesday. I will be in Lehigh Valley Hospital.

Have no idea how I will survive without my iPhone.......but other than that I am packing lite.

Atkinsoncl. You'll do great!! Focus on getting better while u are there and walk. Keep us posted!

Thank you!! I definately will post when I get home! I'm going to have withdrawl from this site while I'm gone . I have found the best support in you all.

Hi

My name is Anna and we have a couple of things in common! We both had dr Boorse and we both had the surgery on April 4th. One of the nurses on duty at LV Hospital mentioned that there were 3 of us. I would love to compare notes with you hope to hear from you soon. Good luck on your journey.