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What should I pack for the hospital?

I could never get the "right answer" after watching a bunch of YT videos. One thing I did notice is that they have you hooked up to an IV still when they have you start walking so here is what I packed:

Deodorant

Toothbrush

Toothpaste

Cleansing wipes (in case I can't shower there)

Brush

Medicines I filled

A change of clothes

Undies

Sports bra

No slip socks

Gas x strips

Anything else I should bring?

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    I took a toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush and deodorant. I also took a robe. When I got up and walked they clamped off the IV and disconnected it. I didn't walk around with the pole. I only stayed 2 nights. They provide soap, washclothes and towels for washing off and non slip socks. Wore home same sweats and shirt I came with. No bra. I found it rubbed my upper incision. Simplistic procedure I've ever had.

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    I leave for surgery on 2/17. I've heard bringing a heat pad & extension cord to ensure you can charge your phone/iPad from the bed are also helpful.

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    I second the chapstick and biotene [emoji16][emoji106] Everyone is different. I never touched my iPad or phone and I couldn't change into my pjs because I was hooked up to the IV machine until the morning I was released [emoji107]????

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