I had an open abdominal hysterectomy in early August and as a plus size gal, these are the items I absolutely relied on!
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Comfort
Medication
Comfort
Best support next to a full belly binder
KeaBabies Maternity Belly Band, Support, 2XL
Fantastic ice pack that holds itself against your belly
Comfytemp Ice Pack 2-Pack Gel Back Wrap
This is necessary!!!! Great for when you need to be in the car as it holds your seatbelt off of your incision(s) and perfect for holding when you need to sneeze or cough. Great support!!
Hysterectomy Pillow for Abdominal Surgery Recovery
This is what I slept in post surgery. Laying flat hurt and the most recommended wedge pillows were $80-- this was $67 and I can use it for camping trips later.
GVDV Oversized Zero Gravity Chair, 33In XXL Lounge Chair with Removable Thick Cushion, Lawn Patio Reclining Chair Upgraded Alloy Lock and Cup Holder, for Indoor Outdoor, Blackdoor Outdoor, Black
Medication
For sore throat in the hospital
Mucinex Instasoothe Sore Throat Lozenges 40ct
Darlin, you need this. Trust me!! You can FEEL gas moving through your system. Take the gas-x.
Gas-X Extra Strength Chewable Gas Relief 72ct
Talk to your doctor about starting this as early as possible prior to surgery! Again, you can FEEL things moving post surgery and you want it to move as easily as possible. No straining!!
Amazon Basic Care Stool Softener 100 mg, 100 Softgels
