Most lists cover the obvious things. These are the ones I didn’t think about until I needed them. The small, practical things that make being there a little easier.
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The Bag You Keep Ready
The Basics (That You Still Double Check)
The Things Everyone Forgets
Comfort Without Effort
Waiting Is The Hardest Part
Small Things That Help You Feel Human
The Bag You Keep Ready
Big enough for everything, but still easy to grab quickly. The only thing to grab is your phone.
Big enough for everything, but still easy to grab quickly
Grey Foldable Rucksack
The Basics (That You Still Double Check)
These are obvious, but I still keep them written down so I don’t have to think
arguably the most important, yet basic thing to bring
ID & Hospital Documents
I don’t trust myself to remember this when I’m stressed
Medication List (+ Dosages)
The one thing I always need and somehow still forget
Phone
For those hospital stays that go on longer than planned
Power Bank
The Things Everyone Forgets
These are the ones I didn’t think about until I needed them
This makes such a difference, even after one night
Travel Toothbrush
keep it travel size so you keep it in the bag ready to go
Travel Size Toothpaste
Everything feels drier than usual in hospital
Squeeze Me Glow Moisturizing Lip Balm
Easier than a hair tie, and still keeps your hair out of your face
Claw Clip
for when you can't get to a sink but you just need a little wash up
Face Wipe
Comfort Without Effort
Not about looking put together. Just feeling a bit more comfortable
Practical yet comfortable. Especially if you're going to be stuck in the same place
Soft Lounge Set
Easy to take on and off without thinking too much
Soft Oversized Hoodies
It’s always colder than I expect
Women's Merino Socks 4-Pack
Waiting Is The Hardest Part
Time moves slowly, but I don’t always have energy for much
Helps me block things out when it feels a bit overwhelming
Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Something familiar, not something new I have to focus on
A Book I've Already Read
For when I don’t have the energy to read
A Podcast Downloaded
Small Things That Help You Feel Human
These don’t seem important until they are
Just makes me feel a bit more like myself. keep away from spray deodrants due to other patients/guidelines.
Deodorants
My hands always feel dry after being there a while
Holy Hydration! Remedy Hand Cream for Dry Skin | e.l.f. Cosmetics
