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What should I pack?

Hello All,

I am super excited and nervous at the same time.. I was just approved for revision surgery for March 31.. I just wanted to know what are so of the recommended essentials to pack for my 2 night stay other than the obvious.. Thank you in advance!!

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    • RammerJammer
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      Bring your own pillow. You'll want it there for sleep, plus you'll want it on the ride home from the hospital to put in front of the seat belt.

    • Stephanie Stroup McIntosh
      Stephanie Stroup McIntosh

      I brought a night gown to wear. Its challenging to wear your own stuff because of everything you are hooked up to. Between the iv and heart monitor you have tubes and cords coming out of everywhere.

    • Red0413
      Red0413

      I brought a robe, Chapstick, iPhone charger, change of underwear, deodorant, and toothbrush/toothpaste... only used my robe, iPhone charger and Chapstick. I felt too crummy to try and make myself pres

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    I didn't bring chapstick but my nurse got me some petroleum jelly and ice chips. I packed really light and didn't miss anything I didn't bring.I brought my iPad, iPhone, charger, large underwear and a toothbrush. I didn't live far enough away to need a pillow for the ride home.

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