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I got my medical clearance forms, dress im wearing... And that's it. That's all I'm bringing. Am I missing anything anyone?? I'm so exited. Scared for the IV input becUse they're not numbing it first they're going to shove it in which terrifies me but yeah. Anything else I should bring or think of?

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Magazines or book. Jammies? Slip on shoes tk walk down hallways with? Good luck. :-)

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pillow for ride home! hydrate as late as possible.

happy re-birthday!

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I heard chap stick is a big one and a pillow too

pillow for ride home! hydrate as late as possible.

happy re-birthday!

Happy re-birthday, that is cute I like that

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Definately pillow for the ride home!

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Best wishes for the surgery and a speedy recovery :D

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Good luck and best wishes on your surgery day!

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Good luck for tomorrow. Try not to worry and get a good night's rest beforehand. As for what to take with you, your own comfortable clothes/pyjamas would probably make you feel more relaxed (it did me!).

The IV, if it's by cannula, it's just a sharp scratch, I wouldn't worry!

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@@elrios1 - I think in a way it is like a re-boot (or re-birthday) when you are post-op.

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Thanks so much everyone!!! Slippers and pillow it is!!!

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Good luck tomorrow!

My surgery was last Monday and I packed way more than I needed. I only used Chapstick and a pillow on the way home. The hospital provided everything else!

Let us know how it goes! See you on the other side!

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Good luck tomorrow!

My surgery was last Monday and I packed way more than I needed. I only used Chapstick and a pillow on the way home. The hospital provided everything else!

Let us know how it goes! See you on the other side!

How did your surgery go? How are you doing so far? and thanks!! I am so excited for tomorrow- i didn't think chapstick! But hoping to see everyone on the other side

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Good luck! You will be ok!

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Mouthwash!! I was thankful to have a sports bra too (for the next day).

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Mine is tmrw too.

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