justagirl77 38 Posted February 7, 2018 I am getting ready to be sleeved in 5 days! I’m trying to figure out what to pack? What did you pack and what did you actually use? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Newme17 3,444 Posted February 7, 2018 I only packed a robe, slippers, and some essentials like lotion, toothbrush, toothpaste, and chapstick. Of course my phone, charger, and some headphones. After surgery, there’s no time to relax. Always being checked for vitals, given meds, and hoping to catch some sleep in between all the poke and prodding. Also, you’ll be having to walk as much as possible...so there’s really no down time for anything else, at least for me there wasn’t. Didn’t take much because the hospital supplied basically all of my needs, just ask for it. They even had toothpaste and toothbrushes and shampoo/conditioner, etc. 1 logicwand reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justagirl77 38 Posted February 7, 2018 I only packed a robe, slippers, and some essentials like lotion, toothbrush, toothpaste, and chapstick. Of course my phone, charger, and some headphones. After surgery, there’s no time to relax. Always being checked for vitals, given meds, and hoping to catch some sleep in between all the poke and prodding. Also, you’ll be having to walk as much as possible...so there’s really no down time for anything else, at least for me there wasn’t. Didn’t take much because the hospital supplied basically all of my needs, just ask for it. They even had toothpaste and toothbrushes and shampoo/conditioner, etc. Thank you! 1 Newme17 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crystal0727 39 Posted February 7, 2018 I packed an entire suitcase with all my "just in case" items and used absolutely nothing. I slept the first day/night and didn't want to do much when I was awake. The next day I didn't bother even changing my gown because I was scared to move or stretch too much (although I wasn't in pain lol). By the time I got up felt like a person that afternoon, they were in the process of discharging me so I put back on the clothes I wore there. I may have used my phone twice in between naps but didn't even need my charger because I wasn't using it enough to lose juice. Everything i could have possibly wanted or needed was provided. 2 wendybird and logicwand reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justagirl77 38 Posted February 7, 2018 I packed an entire suitcase with all my "just in case" items and used absolutely nothing. I slept the first day/night and didn't want to do much when I was awake. The next day I didn't bother even changing my gown because I was scared to move or stretch too much (although I wasn't in pain lol). By the time I got up felt like a person that afternoon, they were in the process of discharging me so I put back on the clothes I wore there. I may have used my phone twice in between naps but didn't even need my charger because I wasn't using it enough to lose juice. Everything i could have possibly wanted or needed was provided. [/quoteThank you! I will try not to overpack[emoji4] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crystal0727 39 Posted February 7, 2018 no problem, just remember whatever you pack...has to be unpacked after surgery That might help keep it simple Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justagirl77 38 Posted February 7, 2018 no problem, just remember whatever you pack...has to be unpacked after surgery [emoji20] That might help keep it simpleTrue! Never thought about that[emoji51] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miss Topaz 300 Posted February 8, 2018 I overpacked a bit but here's what I used: went home in the clothes I wore to the hospital. Used phone charger and extension cord and phone, chapstick, toothbrush and toothpaste, and my brush. That's it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
abefroman329 704 Posted February 8, 2018 I packed several changes of clothing I never wore. I changed into a nightshirt after the first night but could’ve worn the hospital gown the whole time. I would say that you won’t have the energy to do much besides read or watch television, so no need to bring too many distractions. My stay was so short I didn’t even need to charge my phone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Losebig 508 Posted February 8, 2018 The things I packed that I used the most were a pair of sweat pants (keeps you from mooning everyone when you walk around), an eye mask (lets you sleep even if your roommate has a light on all night) and ear plugs also for sleep. I used my phone and ipad a bit, but not a lot, most of the time I was asleep or walking. I was able to shower at the hospital and brining my own hypo allergenic Shampoo and soap was important and useful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justagirl77 38 Posted February 8, 2018 The things I packed that I used the most were a pair of sweat pants (keeps you from mooning everyone when you walk around), an eye mask (lets you sleep even if your roommate has a light on all night) and ear plugs also for sleep. I used my phone and ipad a bit, but not a lot, most of the time I was asleep or walking. I was able to shower at the hospital and brining my own hypo allergenic Shampoo and soap was important and useful. Thank you for your help! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Loder77 18 Posted February 8, 2018 I would definitely bring something for your lips like chapstick . I don't know about anyone else but my lips were really dry after surgery. everything else is pretty much supplied. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justagirl77 38 Posted February 8, 2018 I would definitely bring something for your lips like chapstick . I don't know about anyone else but my lips were really dry after surgery. everything else is pretty much supplied. Thank you I need to pack that !Thanks for reminding me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hdbuttahz 15 Posted February 8, 2018 I am getting ready to be sleeved in 5 days! I’m trying to figure out what to pack? What did you pack and what did you actually use?The anesthesia kicked my a$$ so I didn’t do much in the hospital besides sleep and use the bathroom lol but the only things I used for sure were my own pajamas, robe, slippers, and pillows. My iPad. And chapstick. Oh and toothbrush and toothpaste. I packed my contacts, face wash, hair brush, etc and didn’t even take it out of my suitcase.Hope this helps!HW: 252SW: 239CW: 231GW: 145 or lowerHeight: 5’3Age: 31Blog: https://fearlessagentofchange.wordpress.comTwitter: hd_buttahzInstagram: agenthdbuttahz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justagirl77 38 Posted February 8, 2018 The anesthesia kicked my a$$ so I didn’t do much in the hospital besides sleep and use the bathroom lol but the only things I used for sure were my own pajamas, robe, slippers, and pillows. My iPad. And chapstick. Oh and toothbrush and toothpaste. I packed my contacts, face wash, hair brush, etc and didn’t even take it out of my suitcase.Hope this helps!HW: 252SW: 239CW: 231GW: 145 or lowerHeight: 5’3Age: 31Blog: https://fearlessagentofchange.wordpress.comTwitter: hd_buttahzInstagram: agenthdbuttahzThank you! I’m hoping to not overpack,but somehow I think we all do! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
