What All Do I Really Need

[ready2bskinny 31]

For surgery before and after ill be leaving to tj on Tue and need to get everything ready (really don't want to forget anything). All input is greatly appreciated;)

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[amykins 202]

Hi, if you look at the pinned topic about preparing with Dr Aceves, there is lots of great info for pre-and post-op, no matter who your surgeon is. Just bring as little as possible in a rolling suitcase as you can't lift for a while afterward and you want to push/pull as little as possible through the airport. I recommend a loose dress as I was pretty swollen afterward and the sundress I wore had room to breathe. Flip flops and sandals so you don't have to bend over to put them on. I was grateful for my heating pad after surgery as it helped decrease the gas I had in my chest. Also my bra was pretty tight after surgery. I couldn't even it wear it for a few days afterward. I wish I had brought one in a larger band size so I could have worn it for my laps around the hospital.

[ready2bskinny 31]

Thank you very helpful. I'll look into that thread;)

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[mcwestfam 123]

I took a neck travel pillow which was a life saver. Used it to sleep sitting up because laying flat after surgery hurt. Used it to hold pressure on my stomach when getting up or changing positions. So glad I had it. Was also very glad I had my heating pad, a small extension cord, and slippers. I wish I had brought sweats because I froze on the flight home. Good luck!!

[ready2bskinny 31]

Thank you I'm super nervous but God willing it'll all be great

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[Threetimesacharm 1,400]

There are quite a few posts that talk about what to bring search for them.

Good ideas:

gas X strips some use them and say they help

jackets long sleeve shirts for the evening it gets cool( I didn't bring enough change of clothes, you may want to)

comfortable shoes

loose clothing, you will be swollen

[SleeveandRNYchica 1,155]

Chapstick! My lips were so dry. I did not read my magazine or book. I did not use gas strips or listerine strips., but I wore my Chapstick out!

[ready2bskinny 31]

Got it Im making my list before heading out to Target;)

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