What should I take with me to the hospital?

[livvsmum 2,369]

I didn't read all posts so I'm not sure if it's been said, but aside from all the usuals, I recommend ear buds and your music. I was supposed to have a private room but ended up with a shared room and the music and earbuds were the ONLY way I got any sleep with the other person in the room. Even if you have a private room it will block out the hospital sounds.

[glitter eyes 1,398]

I used a small travel pillow to brace my stomach with. It's helped with the pain of walking and for any bumps or jolts traveling. Also, biotene was a life savior, but I see that you already use that.

Lots of luck to you

[wascott 395]

@@glitter eyes I appreciate the advice. I have a small pillow. I'll take it along if I can squeeze it in my carry on.

[rgr26 24]

I just had surgery Wednesday. Here's some essentials I took...

Chap stick

Pillow

Ear buds

Shoes that u can just slip on. Bending over to put on shoes is usually a no go

Lotion-my skin stayed very dry

shaker cup- all of my meals came with Protein powder and Water but no way to actually mix it together

Good luck!

[Want2surf 22]

I packed a little bag which my parents brought later. I packed my phone, IPad, toiletries (each room had a bathroom with shower), underwear and slip on tennis shoes. I had lap band removal, gastric sleeve and hernia repair. I was at the hospital 2 1/2 days and I was out of it much of the time. The hospital gave us a little bag with Chapstick and mouthwash which I did use. I never did watch TV, read or go online...mostly slept . I did put on the underwear and did use the slip on shoes to walk around to prevent clots and help with gas.