1. Personal Documents:
Make sure you have all of your important personal documents with you such as your driver's license, insurance cards, and contact information for your family and doctor.
2. Money and Coin Change:
Make sure you have some cash on hand in case you need to purchase any items while you are in the hospital. You may also want to have some change so that you can tip the nurses or hospital staff.
3. Entertainment:
Bring along something to keep you entertained while you are in the hospital such as a book, magazines, or your phone with charger and headphones.
4. Phone Charger and Extension Cords:
Make sure you have your phone charger and extension cords so that you can keep your devices charged while you are in the hospital.
5. Headphones:
If you want to listen to music or watch TV in your room, bring along some headphones so that you don't disturb others in the room.
6. Water Spray:
A water spray can be helpful for keeping cool during surgery or if you feel overheated after surgery.
7. Lip Balm and Moisturizing Creams:
Bring along some lip balm and moisturizing creams to help keep your skin hydrated while you are in the hospital.
8. Wet Wipes and Vaseline:
Wet wipes and Vaseline can be helpful for cleaning up after surgery or if you have any other medical procedures while you are in the hospital.
9. Thermus or Water Bottles:
Be sure to bring a thermus or water bottle so that you can stay hydrated while you are in the hospital.
10. Comfortable Underwear:
Make sure you pack some comfortable underwear that will not irritate your incisions after surgery.