Anyone?!? My surgery is Jan 6th and looking for others

Jlmckee great list too. I was wondering if they would let me bring my own PJ's? I have a ton of paperwork and info from my hospital and docs but curiously enough nothing about what to bring to the hospital.

Holy moly that is a long list! I think I'm ready. The hospital told me no to my own pjs and robe. I have toothbrush and paste, dry shampoo, face wipes, Chapstick, brush, own pillow, undies, glasses w/case and lens cleaner and b/c Mother Nature is a b..., girlie products. My friends and family still kinda suck as support. I'm allowed to eat today, liquids Sunday. I think I'm going to go to Chilis and have my favorite soup/salad. God bless and good luck to all of us who are scheduled for surgery and God bless, fast recovery to those who've already had it!

Like I said to Jlmckee my list is long because of a hotel stay for 2 extra nights....lol

But PJ's seem like a good idea when you start walking around.

All the best.

Xx

Honestly you will not want to change into pj's. You will want to stay in the gown. I promised that I would put on my undies but I didnt feel like it. I only used my robe and chapstick.

That's great advice! Thank you so much.

Gas X thin strip, Gas X thin strip, Gas X thin strip, Gas X thin strip, Gas X thin strip.............. Someone told me they don't work but I disagree. I took one every time I ate or drank for the first couple of days. Pretty much all my surgical gas was gone by day 5 and I never had too much pain with it. I've had several abdominal surgeries and it has made a big difference in the recovery process to me.

Thank you for sharing that. What is a good thing to wear to hospital?

I packed pjs, robe, extension cord for phone, socks, dainties, deodorant, toothbrush and toothpaste...but honestly, the hospital provided everything and I didnt even get my bag out of the trunk. Everything I needed was in my purse [chapstick, phone charger & phone ]. I wore the clothes I wore to the hospital home. Those two days fly by, but had I stayed longer, I would have needed my bag. Blessings to you all! I am 12 days post op and doing great. It still feels like a miracle, really!

I'll probably only bring my robe then. Thanks

Honestly you will not want to change into pj's. You will want to stay in the gown. I promised that I would put on my undies but I didnt feel like it. I only used my robe and chapstick.

Hi everyone. I wanted to check in, last week at this time I was soooo excited, and I know a lot of you are getting ready for this weeks surgery. I want to wish you the very best and the speediest of recoveries! Don't stress about what you pack, they will have what you need.....except Chapstick:-) you will be in my prayers. This week after surgery has gone slow for me, but I have not thrown up. I'm taking it slow. I'm sure I'll get better with time, as will you:-)

Xo,

Karen

Thank you Karen. Hope you have a better week.

Hi everyone. I wanted to check in, last week at this time I was soooo excited, and I know a lot of you are getting ready for this weeks surgery. I want to wish you the very best and the speediest of recoveries! Don't stress about what you pack, they will have what you need.....except Chapstick:-) you will be in my prayers. This week after surgery has gone slow for me, but I have not thrown up. I'm taking it slow. I'm sure I'll get better with time, as will you:-)<br> Xo,<br> Karen

How is your recovery going? I am excited to hear from another 20th-er.

Meintraining, I wore old navy sleep pants that have a drawstring so that they could be loose on the way home and a long mens tshirt...comfortable is key. I expected to need everything and preparing added to my anxiety. But once the surgery was over, nothing in my packed bag mattered. I kept my purse, which is tote size, beside the bed on my rolling tray. My charger cord was just long enough but barely. The hospital provided anti slip socks, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, tv, remote, extra pillows, and even found me a fan. The morphine made me hot so that fan was awesome sauce! lol. You're gonna do great!

How is your recovery going? I am excited to hear from another 20th-er.

I'm doing great fergie. I get to start full liquids today, so I'm hoping some protein speeds things along. Still in pain at times. I'm still sleeping in the recliner. I'm trying to branch out, but water is still my fav. I go on Tuesday to get this drain out, I'm hoping that will be a turning point also. How have you been doing?

How is your recovery going? I am excited to hear from another 20th-er.

I'm doing great fergie. I get to start full liquids today, so I'm hoping some Protein speeds things along. Still in pain at times. I'm still sleeping in the recliner. I'm trying to branch out, but Water is still my fav. I go on Tuesday to get this drain out, I'm hoping that will be a turning point also. How have you been doing?

I have been doing awesome. Sleeping in my bed is heaven. I am still on Clear Liquids until I go to my 1 week appointment Thursday. I have been taking short walks and they get longer everyday. I am almost off of my pain meds and my incisions look great. No bruising but they are tender. My mother in law li jealous that I am recovering faster than what she did.

Finally came home yesterday!! It's so good to see my family! I have lost 8.5lbs since surgery!! I am struggling with getting my protein in . Right now the thought of it makes me sick. I have several different brands and flavours to choose from. Still I can not swallow it, my little boys will come and finish it for me. Trust me I am only too happy letting them finish it! I have tried mixing it with water and ice, milk and yogurt. I am going to try missing it with apple sauce wish me luck!

Good luck too everybody having your surgery this week!! I wish you a speedy recovery!

Edited January 26, 201412 yr by 2biglamb

Surgery Tuesday at 11am (ish) only been on this liquid pre op diet since yesterday & I'm already about to go insane , I think my stomach just bit my liver lol. I've been getting more nervous also even thought about is it really worth it??

Surgery Tuesday at 11am (ish) only been on this liquid pre op diet since yesterday & I'm already about to go insane , I think my stomach just bit my liver lol. I've been getting more nervous also even thought about is it really worth it??

It's totally worth it. You will do just fine! Good luck!