My surgery is in 3 weeks but I’m wondering what I should pack. So far here is my plan- my favorite PJs, a thin robe, my house slippers (they are slides), fuzzy socks, chap stick, a lap blanket. I don’t start my supplemental vitamins for two weeks post surgery, but I was going to bring those as well since the nutritionist will be visiting me before I leave.

Any other suggestions to make life easier? I’m only in one night PTL but I want it to be as comfortable as possible so that I can concentrate on recovery and what I’m supposed to be drinking.

I just got two hospital gowns. If you wear one backwards it makes an excellent robe and no exposure.

I ended up having surgery twice. Only stayed one night in hospital so I basically only needed a few things.

good luck!

10 hours ago, Beast(RNY) said:

Loose, elastic waist, shorts to wear with the hospital gown.

They have you up and walking around the hospital the next day and it is really nice not to expose yourself to everyone.

Other things I used: phone/charger (with headphones), toothbrush/toothpaste, deodorant and a mini fan.

Phone charge for sure!!

22 hours ago, glannin said:

Very excited for you

Let us know how ya doing please

Thank you! Will do.

I brought pjs and a robe and didn’t use either because of all the wires. The hospital gown was the most efficient for them to be able to check the incisions and complete my vitals

On 1/9/2020 at 4:45 PM, kc892020 said:

I was told to not forget medical devices like a c-pap/bi-pap machines or asthma inhalers if you're on them. I go in Monday...ah! I can't believe after six LONG months of prep it's finally here.

The best of luck to you! ?

You'll do great!

Good luck to you! My orders also say to bring something they will give me at the hospital preop. It’s a device to measure breathing. I have scoliosis and had back surgery as a kid- that thing was the bane of my existence. Hopefully it won’t be as bad this time. I won’t have metal hardware being placed in me.

I took pj's which I put on the evening after surgery, chapstick toothbrush/paste, shampoo/conditioner, undies, socks, cordial, moisturiser, kindle, phone. Hubby had to bring a hole heap more in because I was in for 2 weeks lol

On 1/4/2020 at 4:00 AM, Bianca S. said:

You don’t need to bring all that. I took a bag and out of the 6 things (if I remember it was a portable charger, face wipes. Adult Coloring book and makers, chapstick, hair brush and an extra pair of underwear) only used one; charger for my prone. Slept most of the time I was at the hospital.

Love the adult coloring book idea!

cutebutcrzy - you gave me a great idea with the earbuds...I'm going to add earplugs just in case I get a snoring roommate! Thanks!

Glad I had my own private room.bathroom.TV