My hospital bag

Please do let me know if you notice I've missed anything!

Hospital bag...

Nightie/pyjamas
Clean clothes
Underwear
Toiletries
Hair stuff (comb, hairspray, bands)
iPad
Phone
Chargers for both
Puzzle books
Pens
Book
All my meds in liquid form
Glasses
Bank card
Loose change

NorthamptonGirl said:

Please do let me know if you notice I've missed anything!

Hospital bag...

Nightie/pyjamas
Clean clothes
Underwear
Toiletries
Hair stuff (comb, hairspray, bands)
iPad
Phone
Chargers for both
Puzzle books
Pens
Book
All my meds in liquid form
Glasses
Bank card
Loose change

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It looks good to me!

For your toiletries, include a lip Vaseline, i know sometimes your lips dry out, well mines did during surgery for knee

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i sometimes see people talk about having a mouth spray as people say that you can get a bit dry I see them saying that boots do a nice one
hope that is of some help ....good luck !

Towels?

My take to hospital list NorthamptonGirl
CPAP Mask
Mouth Guard
Medication/Insulin/Box of vitamins
Lipsyl
Shaver
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Small wheelchair
Walking aids
Underwear
Socks
Slippers
Thin House coat
Sleepwear
Bariatric surgery information.
Book
Quiz book
Change for Newspaper
Shower Gel
Phone w/Charger
Flannels
Small bottle of cordial mix.
Peppermint (for wind pain)
earplugs
Blackout eye mask
Wet wipes
Tissues

Definitely Vaseline or other lip balm!!

And in terms of dry mouth spray, I had one prescribed by my GP at my request when I told him I was having surgery privately and that it may be helpful. It didn't taste great to be honest but it helped slightly!

I can't comment on the Boots spray as I didn't try it.

All the best for your surgery!xx

thanks everyone. Have added the Vaseline. And will get some dry mouth spray tomorrow.

they say they provide towels.

What should I do with meds that aren't in liquid form? How long until I can take them again?

Most critical is a neuropathic painkiller that's a large tablet or two capsules. Of course I'll speak to my consultant before the op but good to clarify in my head before.

My bag will include:

Medicines
Change of clothes: 3 T-shirts, shorts, underwear
iPad
Charger
Kindle
A couple of books

Anything else needed?

9 days to go!

Toothbrush and paste.

Take it as read as I'll have my whole backpack with me and there will be a lot more other than what's listed above.

i was told no tablets (only liquids and chewable tablets) for 8 weeks

NorthamptonGirl said:

i was told no tablets (only liquids and chewable tablets) for 8 weeks

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I haven't been told this but have switched to capsules as they can be opened and mixed with liquids/foods.

Ps forgot to mention getting a cushion, ive read of some people taking one with them so when travelling home in a car after WSL putting a seat belt on over the fresh wounds can be painful so having a cushion between you and the belt can ease any signs of discomfort just like stretchy trouers or better still keep your best( your bound to have brought a new pair!) Pair of pj's to travel home in if you can

haha yup.. Have brought new pjs!

my best mate is picking me up so will ask him to bring a cushion.

thanks x

Definitely a cushion/pillow for the home journey!x

NorthamptonGirl said:

thanks everyone. Have added the Vaseline. And will get some dry mouth spray tomorrow.

they say they provide towels.

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Yes they do and they are great if you like drying yourself with small pieces of sandpaper,:8855: I was so glad I took my own soft fluffy towels

ouch

Butterfly_lady said:

Yes they do and they are great if you like drying yourself with small pieces of sandpaper,:8855: I was so glad I took my own soft fluffy towels

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ah, ok. Thanks!

Eeek!!

I haven't got a dressing gown!

NorthamptonGirl said:

Eeek!!

I haven't got a dressing gown!

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Do you have a long cardi or a wrap/shawl as the walk to theatre maybe a bit draughty with a backless gown on :8855:

Butterfly_lady said:

Do you have a long cardi or a wrap/shawl as the walk to theatre maybe a bit draughty with a backless gown on :8855:

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haha yeah I'm taking a long cardi (knee length)

mates just offered me his dressing gown too (it doesn't fit to do up but at least itll cover... Things!!)