[Becky]

Having had abdominal surgery but not the procedure you're having, I suggest just sweat pants or yoga/jazz pants (you even came up with leggings). Comfy is best. Time your departure with the pain meds. Have them give them to you just before putting you in the wheelchair to go to the car. It will kick in for the entire ride home. Try to get your prescriptions filled at the hospital pharmacy prior to going home so you/your driver/care giver doesn't have to do anything after you get home. Plus, you have your meds versus a local pharmacy not having everything you need.

Sofies (think that's what sweat pant shorts are called) might work well in the hospital if you want "bottoms". Bring tank tops cuz they do work well. You can always use a hospital gown as a robe or wear 2 hospital gowns (one that you put on that opens in the back and the second one over that that opens in the front). That will work well in covering you completely for your walks and you don't have to wear underwear, shorts or anything that might press on your wound. Also for the ride home, if you wear sweats, you don't have to wear underpants unless you wear bikinis that ride low (for comfort).

Bring books and crossword puzzel books (or suduko). If you wear glasses to read or watch TV. Bring your phone charger and Ipod charger (if you have an ipod). Mints or lifesavers too.

You will be fine for your surgery and we will all be here rooting for you.