Question:
I am having my surgery on Thursday, what do I need to bring with me to the hospital?
I think I have everything I need, but the fear is kicking in and I keep thinking that I am going to forget something. — cbellan (posted on May 22, 2000)
May 22, 2000
The only things I used after surgery that I had brought from home were my
slippers, razor and a small fan (I was roasting!). The hospital provided
everything else I needed including long tongs, shower stuff, etc. I packed
pads in case I started my period but I didn't start.
— Kellie L.
May 23, 2000
The hospital will provide the lovely fashion-statement gowns for you for
the first day or so, then you'll probably want to put on something of your
own that makes you feel a little more human...slippers and a robe for your
walks down the hall...personal toiletries (deoderant, shampoo,toothpaste,
mouthwash, lotion) - the hospital will probably supply their brand, but
yours are sure to be nicer!...a small, portable CD player with earphones
was really great for relaxation and just tuning out "hospital
noises"...a blow-dryer and curling iron ( and maybe even some make-up
for when you surface from the "fog" and begin to care how you
look...some sugar-free hard candy or sugar-free chewing gum is nice for
"dry-mouth syndrome"...I took a book, but never opened it because
I stayed too drowsy to really concentrate...some loose comfortable clothes
without tight waistband for discharge (however, if the hospital is fairly
close to home with family/friends to do the driving, you could do what I
did and just wear your gown, robe and slippers...it was much easier! Good
luck!
— Diana T.
May 23, 2000
First, fear is normal, but surprisingly, by the time the big day arrives,
you just may find yourself to be surprisingly calm. Take a sleep shirt; my
hospital did not have one to fit me.
— [Anonymous]
May 23, 2000
You don't need to take much to the hospital. Something lose to wear home.
Your personal needs (toothbrush,comb,pads just in case,phone numbers if you
want to talk, pen and paper, they tell you lots of stuff about the surgery
and you will be drowsy so write them down. Slippers. You will be home in no
time. Take care and God Bless
— Theresa B.
May 23, 2000
I know one thing i wouldnt forget.......... A Phone Card!
— SHARRI F.
May 24, 2000
I took all kinds of stuff with me last Wednesday for my surgery, which was
a waste, all I really used out of a complete suitcase was 1 nigtht gown,
and my robe and slippers which I wore home from the hospital. While in the
hospital I wore their gowns since it seemed to make it easier for me and
for them. Best of luck on your surgery.
— Betty W.
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