Need help on what to take to the hospital

[nesa83 89]

Ok so at my doctors office they told me just to take slippers some comfortable clothes to wear while I'm there and to wear when I get out. I'm planning on taking my phone charger and my nook. Any other suggestions on what to take with me? Also what should I have at home when I get back home? I have my prescriptions already and my Protein to make shakes. My doctor said on my third day I could have any Soups just to strain them or blend them. Were y'all told the same thing? Any suggestions on what soups I could buy that have a decent taste? I know how to make soups but I don't want to cook my first days at home I don't know how I'm going to feel, I hope great =).

[ribearty 544]

Here is a thread that lists several things you might need.

http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/181994-the-official-what-you-will-need-for-your-gastric-sleeve-surgery-thread/

One thing I found very helpful was a lip balm. I had to wait 24 hours after surgery before I was given anything to drink. This was due to having my leak test the next day after surgery.

I blended my Soups when I was able to have them. It depends on what you like. I was fortunate my tastes did not change, but have seen others post that things they liked pre-surgery they no longer liked how they taste.

Good luck with your upcoming surgery.

[nesa83 89]

Here is a thread that lists several things you might need. http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/181994-the-official-what-you-will-need-for-your-gastric-sleeve-surgery-thread/ One thing I found very helpful was a lip balm. I had to wait 24 hours after surgery before I was given anything to drink. This was due to having my leak test the next day after surgery. I blended my Soups when I was able to have them. It depends on what you like. I was fortunate my tastes did not change, but have seen others post that things they liked pre-surgery they no longer liked how they taste. Good luck with your upcoming surgery.

Thank you very much for your help and for the thread.

[Memily 86]

Lip balm and lotion, hospital air seems to dry me out. After surgery I enjoyed split pea Soup blended but that was my preference. I personally took advantage of my time in the hospital and slept for most of the time in there. Good luck!

[nesa83 89]

Lip balm and lotion, hospital air seems to dry me out. After surgery I enjoyed split pea Soup blended but that was my preference. I personally took advantage of my time in the hospital and slept for most of the time in there. Good luck!

Thank you!!

[Fluffnomore 1,235]

Take an extension cord, in case your charger doesn't reach.