What to Pack

[oh2bthinagain 0]

Okay,

I leave tomorrow for my surgery in Mexicali and my surgery is on Friday.

Any suggestions of what to or what not to pack?

[debking811 5]

I was told pajamas(preferably), chapstick, mouthwash, essential toiletries and shoes with rubber soles. You might want to take a robe too--heard it gets kinda chilly. Nina should have sent email I believe...I'm also taking my laptop and Ipod...guess I'm thinking positive!!

Good luck...my surgery is on the 17th! :001_smile:

If I've forgotten anything...someone please jump in and respond..

[Malaika 50]

Okay,

I leave tomorrow for my surgery in Mexicali and my surgery is on Friday.

Any suggestions of what to or what not to pack?

THIS IS THE LIST NINA SENT ME BY EMAIL:

Some items you may want to consider taking to the hospital with you:

Pajamas, the nurses and doctors will be checking your incisions so you might

be more comfortable in your own pajamas than the hospital gowns, however,

hospital gowns are provided if you prefer.

Non skid slippers, thongs, or slip on shoes of some sort. The hospital

floors are very clean and waxed, so you'll want non-skid. It will be sore

to bend over so you won't want to tie shoe laces so slip on shoes are

easier.

A favorite robe, many times it is comforting to have a favorite robe.

Computer - if you have a laptop you are welcome to bring it. The hospital

and hotel are set up with wireless internet connection. Any of Dr. Aceves'

staff can give you the password at the hospital. You do not need a password

in the hotel.

Cell phone - Most cell phones work well in the hospital, if your phone does

not work most of the staff will loan you their phone.

The electrical system is the same in Mexico as the US so you do not need a

converter for your hair dryer, computer, or cell phone charger.

Shampoo - this is provided by the hospital but many prefer their own brands

so they prefer to bring their own.

Book or other reading material. You will not likely feel like reading the

day of surgery but you might the day after surgery.

Loose fitting clothing to wear coming home. You will likely feel a bit

bloated after surgery so bring a sweat suit or something very loose fitting

and comfortable for your ride home from the hospital.

I do not suggest bringing much cash with you. Unless you want to do a

little shopping the day before your surgery there is no need for much cash.

You will want to purchase dinner the night before surgery and $25.00 per

person will cover that easily, less for most restaurants. If you want to

have access to cash then credit cards are a safer alternative. You will not

need to convert US dollars to pesos, you can use US dollars for your

companion in the hospital cafeteria and all businesses around Mexicali if

you choose to do a little shopping.