What do I take to the Hospital?

StarFish · August 9, 2008

Hello to everyone. I have a surgery date in two weeks and I am on the pre-op eating plan. I am also nervous but so anxious to begin my own journey. I had alot of my questions answered but was wondering....what all did you take to the hospital? The nurse mentioned wearing "loose" clothes. Does she know how long its been since I had LOOSE clothes !! lol Thanks for the help.

Melisa1 · August 9, 2008

Im not banded yet but if it were me....im gonna wear sweats and a t-shirt! COMFORTABLE!!! Because when you come home you arent gonna want to wear tight jeans or clothes. Even if you have to buy some its gonna be so worth it!:thumbup:

mtnman428 · August 9, 2008

I was just banded on 7/24. I brought a duffle bag with PJs and Gas-x and magazines....but I slept for most of the night, then when I was up I had to go for a walk to get the blood flowing. I never even bothered to change into my own nightgown, I just stayed in the hospital gown. Maybe bring slippers. I did use mine because they only had the papery ones. Also, YES you should bring/buy some loose clothing to wear home the next day just to be comfortable. If you plan on wearing a bra, get a loose fitting sports bra without underwire. I wore loose sweatpants and a big T-shirt with a loose sports bra underneath. Just to keep clear of your incisions, plus my stomach stayed swollen and bloated for more than a week. Good luck!

lovegrapes · August 9, 2008

You're really going to want to have some loose fitting elastic pants and a comfortable shirt to wear to the hospital and home. Other than that I'd pack a hair brush, toothbrush, toothpaste, some slip on shoes--like birkenstock sandals. That's all you need! I of course packed way more than that, and I didn't need anything other than what I listed.

kyakdreamer · August 9, 2008

I gave the same answer to my facilitator that you gave. LOOSE CLOTHES?

kyakdreamer · August 9, 2008

Sorry I hit a button and that post sent before I was finished. I went to Cato's and found a pair of capris that were made out of jogging pants material. I got a size bigger. I was glad because my stomach was very swollen after surgery and for about a week after getting home. I also had a pr. of elastic pants but I did not wear them. I mostly wore my gown and robe or those capri's. Were are you having your surgery and is anyone going with you?

Jbotsie · August 9, 2008

Bring something loose and comfy to wear home. You stomach will be sore and distended from the gas used during the procedure. When you come home, you'll just want to sleep for the first day anyway so no need to get all spiffied up. You just need something to get you home from the hospital in comfort. Slip on shoes are DEFINITELY the way to go though.

As far as while you're there, if you're just in for the overnight, you'll have a johnny & no-slip socks provided. You most likely won't be allowed a shower before you go home, so you won't need any of those toiletries. Bring a toothbrush and definitely some lip balm. Pain often makes you breathe thru your mouth, causing your lips to dry out faster. Plus, hospitals are notoriously dry to begin with.

Good luck!