A round-up of items to pack for a hospital stay
Beauty sleep
Block out unwanted night-time light during your hospital stay with an eye mask. Warning… not all eye masks are created equal! They come in all shapes and sizes, some chunky, others lightweight, so there’s something for every kind of sleeper.
The White Company has some great options to try. This Men’s Brushed-Cotton Eye Mask is made with brushed cotton and has a thick elasticated band (£15 from www.thewhitecompany.com
Quiet time
Hospitals can be a little noisy. If you’re a light sleeper, ear plugs are a must. These are available as foam, wax or silicone. Try out the different options before your hospital stay as it comes down to personal preference – and pack a few pairs in case one gets lodged down the back of your bed.
Dry shampoo
Dry shampoo is no substitute for proper use of shampoo and conditioner, but it can be a lifesaver in hospital. It’s also useful to have in your bathroom cabinet for times when showering may be difficult at home. Batiste Dry Shampoo Clean & Classic Original banishes oily roots, giving dull, lifeless hair the makeover it needs without any water. All you have to do is massage it through with fingertips, brush and style for body, texture, and a clean and fresh feeling.
Batiste Dry Shampoo Clean & Classic Original is around £3.25 from Boots.
Check list
- Clothes PJs, dressing gown, slippers, day clothes and clean underwear
- Toiletries and a small hand towel
- Medicines and a list of the doses
- Glasses or contact lenses
- Address book and important phone numbers including your GP’s contact details
- Entertainment books, magazines, notebook and pen
- Tech iPad, mobile phone and charger
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