I had a spinal fusion surgery on the 16th April 2026, and here is what I took into hospital to either keep me sane, keep my hair in good condition and keep my eczema at bay.
THIS pillow changed my life. It helped me to sit up a little more comfy and also supported my back in ways that I needed. I use this every day now I am home too.
Slumberdown V Shaped Medium Support Back Sleeper Pillow, Pack ...
This helped keep my hair in good condition, I got my friend to braid my hair before I went to hospital and we drowned it in this.
Superdrug Black Castor Shea Leave In Conditioning Spray
I got my mum to spray this into my hair every day when I was in hospital.
Extreme Anti Snap Leave In Treatment for Damaged Hair - Redken
These have been incredible for me, they are soft and easy to manouver in when I'm in bed
Nightgown Button Front
This helped clear up my dry legs in hospital
Cherry Blossom and Jojoba Oil Infused Lotion - NIVEA
For the first day where I was unable to move much, this was a game changer for me
Elderly Sippy Cup - Amazon.com
This flexi brush was incredible and continues to be.
Nature Spell FlexiFlow Detangling Hair Brush
The best brush I have ever used
Shop All – Denman USA
This was something I ALMOST forgot. And was fuming with myself that I did, don't forget this!!
Travel Toothbrush - Amazon.com
my lips were SO sore from the dry air and this lip balm really helped me out
Blistex Medicated Lip Balm SPF 15 .15oz
this hand cream is so luxurious and really helped me get over the hospital smell lol
Seychelles Hand & Nail Cream - The White Company
I have had my loops for about 3 months now, and they were a godsend in hospital blocking out all the beepong.
Your Life, Your Volume | Loop Earplugs America – Loop US
this sleep mask is my favourite one i own, i took it to hospital and again helped with blocking out the lights if need be
Barbie Sleep Mask - Amazon.com
slip on shoes are an absolute must while you are recovering as you can't bend down to do laces. physio will be so happy with you if you have crocs
Clogs, Sandals, Sneakers & Jibbitz - Come As You Are | Crocs ...
went to see the film in the cinema the day before i went into surgery and bought the book to read.. really helped distract my brain.
Project Hail Mary: A Novel - Books - Amazon.com
i love a wordsearch and it really helped keep my brain engaged while in hospital.
Books - Word Seek/Search - Penny Dell Puzzles
The nausea was not it, so when I was walking around with physio at the start, chewing gum really REALLY helped with that.
EXTRA Spearmint Sugar Free Chewing Gum, 15-Stick Single Pack
These have been super helpful in my recovery, I have quite bad shoulder pain so I always have one over my shoulder.
Microwave Heating Pad - Amazon.com
Gamechanger for when it's a little bit chilly (i.e in the ward when the aircon is stuck on full pelt)
Battery Powered Heated Blanket - Amazon.com
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THIS. The plugs on my ward were so far away from the bed.
Usb C Long Cable - Amazon.com
this has been great since being at home, if i drop something on the floor i can pick it up with this.
44 Inch Foldable Extra Long Grabber Reacher
Make sure you have a thick dressing gown for the journey home.
