Question:
WHAT SHOULD I BE BRINGING TO THE HOSPITAL
ANY SUGGESTIONS TO STAY CALM?? — Diane H. (posted on August 11, 2002)
August 11, 2002
As far as staying calm - ha I'm not sure anyone has been able to do
that!!!! I just tried to stay VERY busy - get my house in order, food,
etc. It's so natural to be nervous. As far as items to bring to the
hospital - I took gowns, etc. - ended up staying in the hospital gown
because I found it to be more comfortable. What I missed most was a clock
and my pillow!!!! I took the usual - toothbrush, toothpaste, etc. Also, I
found it to be extremely uncomfortable laying in the bed so I slept in the
recliner they had in the room - MUCH better. I'm sure you'll get a variety
of answers - hope this helps.........GOOD LUCK - Cande
— Can9603
August 11, 2002
Calm down, it is going to be okay. You need to make yourself a list of
things that you use from the time you get up till you go to bed (within
reason). An example would be toiletries, glasses/contacts, any
prescription meds. you take throughout the day. A couple pairs of comfy
clothes, skid resistant house slippers, a robe if you wish, your own gown
if you wish,panties, bras, books magazines, important phone #'s and maybe a
phone card, and make-up, etc. Whatever you would take on vacation (minus a
bunch of clothes). Best wishes on your journey.
— Tina B.
August 11, 2002
Someone told me to bring chapstick--I would have never thought about that.
But your lips will be very dry for a few days. Also don't forget dry
shampoo--my hair needs washed everyday, so that's first on my list.
Comfortable, loose clothes to wear home.
— Annette M.
August 11, 2002
All of these answers were compilations of mine! I definitely used my
chapstick...actually I like Carmex...goes on smoother than chapstick, took
my own pillow...never go anywhere without it!, also a phone card was most
helpful since I was 2 hours from home. I never wore my contacts...couldn't
be bothered, so I just wore my glasses. I also had a puzzle book (word
searches) for the occasional time that I felt up to it and wasn't walking!
Aside from all that, a nightgown, robe, slippers, brush etc. By the way, I
never put a bra on until discharge day, and then it only made it until I
got into the car to go home...very uncomfortable on my incision!
— MaryBeth R.
August 11, 2002
I was in the hospital for 5 days including the day of surgery. I took 5
Men's A-line tees in XX-large, X-tall. Put them on under your belly binder
and it helps with the rubbing of the skin o your sides. Bring your own
plastic cup for ice chips. I took some Bath & Body Works Home Spray.
It made my room smell good. Tongs, for those hard to reach areas while
wiping. Also, I used mine to scratch my legs and back. Slip on athletic
sandels so I wouldn't slip in the halls. Request a fan as soon as you get
in your room. It drowns out the noise. Hair clips, head bands, anything
to keep your hair off of your face. Wet Wipes for my face and hands. the
new "we" toliet paper~ great for feeling clean. Also, I took
antibacteria hand & face soap that you don't need water with.
Good Luck~
Candi
— Candi B.
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