Surgery Hospital Needs

Roseanne37 · Aug 12, 2020

What items did you find most helpful in the hospital, post surgery. Or wish that you had taken them with you. Thank you in advance.

missyinacage · Aug 13, 2020

Girl, I took an entire bag, like I was staying in a hotel for 3 days, which was my expected hospital stay. At least take a robe and slippers so that you can walk the halls. I actually took PJ's too because I hate wearing gowns. I also took my own pillow and my own toiletries. Basically, if I use it daily at home, it went with me.

3momchaos · Aug 13, 2020

Roseanne37 said:
What items did you find most helpful in the hospital, post surgery. Or wish that you had taken them with you. Thank you in advance.

I was JUST thinking of posting this same question! I need to ask when I can change into my own clothes, so I know what to pack as far as that goes. I’m packing facial cleaning pads, ear buds, slippers, lotion, charging cord, and I am going to ask if I can bring my own decaf tea. I have an herbal tea that I love, so if I can bring my own I’d be happy. I want to focus on myself while I’m there, so beside my phone, I’m not bringing any other form of entertainment. I want to rest and recuperate while I’m there.

Lulu72 · Aug 14, 2020

You definitely need to take an abdominal binder for your post surgery I bought mine from Amazon for less than $20. Believe me it’s a life saver. I had the nurses help me put it on right after my bypass surgery and it made the movement and pain more tolerable. It’s like a security blanket for adults after surgery. I’m 17 days past my surgery and I still wear it.

3momchaos · Aug 14, 2020

Lulu72 said:
You definitely need to take an abdominal binder for your post surgery I bought mine from Amazon for less than $20. Believe me it’s a life saver. I had the nurses help me put it on right after my bypass surgery and it made the movement and pain more tolerable. It’s like a security blanket for adults after surgery. I’m 17 days past my surgery and I still wear it.

Really? I would have never thought of that. I’ll have to look into one. Thanks!

Roseanne37 · Aug 14, 2020

Thanks for all of your great suggestions. I never thought of or even heard of an abdominal binder. I am having a gastric sleeve procedure. Is it also useful for this. I asked the Dr. if I would be staying more than the overnight hospital stay (due to my age) and she said that the age doesn't have to do with staying an extra day or so but if I can keep down my liquids and drink the required amount. Also, the first day (surgery) I get nothing to eat/drink. The second day I have to have a Upper GI series to look for leaks and other problems. If all's good, I get a tray of liquids. water, tea, jello, broth to begin my "diet".

RMREED · Aug 18, 2020

3momchaos said:
I was JUST thinking of posting this same question! I need to ask when I can change into my own clothes, so I know what to pack as far as that goes. I’m packing facial cleaning pads, ear buds, slippers, lotion, charging cord, and I am going to ask if I can bring my own decaf tea. I have an herbal tea that I love, so if I can bring my own I’d be happy. I want to focus on myself while I’m there, so beside my phone, I’m not bringing any other form of entertainment. I want to rest and recuperate while I’m there.

Roseanne37 said:
Thanks for all of your great suggestions. I never thought of or even heard of an abdominal binder. I am having a gastric sleeve procedure. Is it also useful for this. I asked the Dr. if I would be staying more than the overnight hospital stay (due to my age) and she said that the age doesn't have to do with staying an extra day or so but if I can keep down my liquids and drink the required amount. Also, the first day (surgery) I get nothing to eat/drink. The second day I have to have a Upper GI series to look for leaks and other problems. If all's good, I get a tray of liquids. water, tea, jello, broth to begin my "diet".

Hi there.
I'm actually posting from the hospital. I'm only here 1 night, but items that I took and are using...
Phone/charger
Ipad/downloaded book/earbuds
Robe or house coat for walking
Toothbrush/paste
Deodorant
Face wash/towelettes
Spirometer
Clothes for going home
I brought my own pillow case, but not necessary just wanted it.

RMREED · Aug 18, 2020

Roseanne37 said:
Thanks for all of your great suggestions. I never thought of or even heard of an abdominal binder. I am having a gastric sleeve procedure. Is it also useful for this. I asked the Dr. if I would be staying more than the overnight hospital stay (due to my age) and she said that the age doesn't have to do with staying an extra day or so but if I can keep down my liquids and drink the required amount. Also, the first day (surgery) I get nothing to eat/drink. The second day I have to have a Upper GI series to look for leaks and other problems. If all's good, I get a tray of liquids. water, tea, jello, broth to begin my "diet".

I just had surgery about 12 hours ago. They actually put a binder on me after surgery.

RMREED · Aug 18, 2020

dianeseattle said:
RM, thank you for mentioning the binder. If anyone is pre up, make sure you talk to thank you for mentioning the binder. If anyone is pre up, make sure you talk to doctor about an abdominal binder. They have them at the hospital. Make sure your needs are covered by getting one after surgery. You will so regret it if you don't.

But first things first. Are you a boy or a girl? Welcome to the group. Do you have a name you would like to be referred to as? It's really hard to type out all the letters that people have in their handles. You can address me just as Diane.

Hi Diane. I'm Rhonda. Thank you for the welcome.

RMREED · Aug 18, 2020

RMREED said:
Hi Diane. I'm Rhonda. Thank you for the