It’s NEVER TMI when it’s the truth! My series of the same I don’t care if people think it might be weird - the things I bring if makes me comfortable, I’m the one going through the illness.. So they can just deal...

Thanks for sharing so much good, practical information. And don't apologise for TMI, I'm the queen of TMI 👑

Hi Hannah. I have in the past year been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease so my life has changed dramatically. One thing that I do bring is a a small extension cord. My heating pad. My eye mask is a huge must have.

@lynnecwilson1778

4 жыл бұрын

I been In & out my whole 50yrs & NEVER THOUGHT to bring an extension cord! Bc your phone order ALWAYS reach the bed!!!! DUHHH!

I'm usually only hospitalized once a year, for 3 days most of the time. So sorry to hear about your long stays! I get stir crazy after day 1 🙄. This video was helpful !

Hi Hannah! I also have a hospital bag. You mentioned bringing your own toilet paper. I also bring my own box of tissues (a small box) - softer, aloe vera tissues, because the box by the hospital bed-side just feels so rough against your nose if you use tissues a lot. My hospital bag is already partially packed, and I have a list taped to my desk of what's in it, and what else would need to be packed at the last minute. Obviously I can't keep a bag fully packed all the time because I'm using a lot of the stuff! This is also handy in case I've gone into Emergency, not expecting to stay or not knowing how long I need to stay, then I can give my partner (or could be friend or family member) easy instructions to grab the bag and I can text them to add in anything on the list that doesn't have a tick against it. (I know, hyper-organised! But that's what life with chronic illness teaches us). In my bag I will have: tissues, wallet, phone, earphones, phone charger (with extra long cord!), toothbrush (and charger) and small toothpaste, floss & piksters, dental mouthwash, earplugs, eye mask, sunglasses (hospital lights can be too much, and I get migraines), hairbrush & ties, deoderant, underwear, socks, slippers, singlets, pyjamas, jumper/sweater, book to read, notebook & pen, a little container of my own teabags (green tea, chamomile - great to have some home comforts that they might not offer), menstrual pads (regular & overnight), my own pillow with flannel cover so the cold on my face doesn't wake me up during the minimal sleep I'm getting in the hospital anyway, aloe vera & vit E bacterial wipes, medical appointment diary, a printed list that can be given to any doctor at the hospital (list of my main conditions, main pathological abnormalities, allergies, medication list, doctors contacts as I have a big team), book of poetry, a little wooden puzzle, crossword book, medical folder, a tiny plush wombat :)

@jennifersmith-wilhoite7394

6 жыл бұрын

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@chronicallycooking8905

4 жыл бұрын

@@jennifersmith-wilhoite7394 i keep a bag in my travel suitcase with all necessities if i'm not home.

@t.j.rivera1345

2 жыл бұрын

I never knew that I wanted a tiny plush wombat until I read this comment.

That was SO VERY HELPFUL!!!♡ I HOPE YOU FEEL BETTER SOON!!!♡♡♡ THANK YOU!♡♡♡

Hey, Hannah! I'm expecting a lot more hospital visits in the future as my health gets worse, I was thinking about getting a snuggie? The infomercials were awful for it, but it's actually super helpful for people in wheelchairs. They're easy to take off and can be used while wheeling yourself around, and don't get caught in the wheels. I think that would be a great thing to bring since there might be some rolling around in wheelchairs during the visit.

@SimplyHannah98

6 жыл бұрын

Yes, I never even thought of that! That's a great idea!

@lynnecwilson1778

4 жыл бұрын

Again Ben doin th I forget but that's be AT bc all THEY give u is a thin blanket for your legs & your still cold on your blog unless u MAKE THEM give u another 1

don't forget the zip lock bags for soiled undies, I also would bring deodorant, my I pod with ear buds , and book puzzle type games .

@chronicallycooking8905

4 жыл бұрын

love that idea instead of tossing the underwear

The longest I was ever in the hospital was 4 months and 14 days. I have a trillion chronic illness's it feels like. I watch this because I was curious what other chronic illness folk bring to the hospital. NOW the only thing is to not forget the hospital bag.

Oooh! Bring some Poo-Pourri in addition to the fragrance. It's a spray that you spritz on the toilet water before you go and it traps the smell. There's also Unicorn Gold, which is made by the makers of the Squatty Potty, and they claim to be better. Try both!

@SimplyHannah98

6 жыл бұрын

Poo Pourri is a LIFESAVER!

@chronicallycooking8905

4 жыл бұрын

@@SimplyHannah98 thats a great idea, sometimes i think wee should have it for public bathrooms

I love your confidence! Prayers! God has a plan! You’re an inspiration 💕

YES! finally somebody else who always brings a pillow. I’ve been commenting everywhere that first thing you should pack even though it’s the last thing that goes in the car is a pillow and! Did you have a good day darling..

@SimplyHannah98

6 жыл бұрын

I couldn't survive in the hospital without my pillow!!!

Paper and pens to write A book A bath robe (because hospital gowns open in the back) Nail trimmers

Hi Hannah!! You're awesome 💕! I wish you all the best🦋

Thanks for the video. I haven’t see your channel before but will go check it out. I have pots too... and other things, you know how it goes. Hope you are doing well.

I have been hospitalized a lot (before this year I was only getting hospitalized once a year for a week each because we were able to manage my problems in clinic and at home) since the beginning of the year due to my GI issues getting very severe (all conditions being caused by my EDS and Dysautonomia) . The first was for 5 days in January of this when I got my NJ tube and then for 5 days after my pylorplasty. Then I had a two day break and was sent home literally being able to keep nothing done and was back two days later which turned into a 17 day hospital stay and me coming home on TPN and NJ tube feeds. Then I got my first central line infection In the last week of July and luckily that was a direct admit, so I was able to pack. I only go to the ER when I think I need to be admitted so usually I pack a very small bag when I go to the ER of a charger, toothbrush, and toothpaste. That will get me through the night until someone can bring me a bag the next day. I usually pack a bag before I leave the ER so someone can just grab it from my room. So I pack the rest of my toiletrees, my clothes, and a laptop in that and if I get admitted they go home get it and bring it to me that night or the next day. I don't bring it to the ER because I don't like to assume I am getting admitted. You are so lucky cleanouts work for you I have failed 7 cleanouts (2 in hospital; 5 at home).

How about bringing a blanket and a heating pad, and also maybe your favorite drink.

I always pack a book I can't wait to read in my bag.

I’ve had c-diff and I feel your pain! Hope you’re better now though

I don't have a chronic illness but I am in the hospital A LOT because of my immune system and I can agree that all of these things are pretty much necessary Edit: I actually just had to go in the hospital so this comment was like foreshadowing my trip

@gladysolvera6566

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry would that count as a chronic illness? I'm confused.

@aubreebw7189

3 жыл бұрын

@@gladysolvera6566 As stated at the beginning of this comment, I don't have a chronic illness just a very weak immune system but I understand the confusion!

I have Sickle cell so the hospital is my second home (Or imaginary hotel suite lol) so I'll suffer through hospital pillows as long as I have my oatmeal (which I can't live w/out- it's gd when your hungry btw meals & ALL they have is popsicles, pudding & crap! That's not a meal(esp when u missed the floor meal)! It also helps w nausea for me. I also bring ALL my fav condiments(travel sz) like, butter, Stevia(Splendas not gd 4 u but they pass it out) sesame seeds(I put them o on everything! Lol)so I can make the meal palatable! Or if one dumb Dr decided I can't have salt for the high blood pressure I I DON'T HAVE SMH. T they LOOVE experimenting on u! God bless & feel better everyone & may u all be paroled from lockdown suuccefully!!!!!

Thank you this video helped

Nothing coming from you I gross my dear friend...I have to confess... I'm addicted to the sound of your voice... hope you feel better every day

God bless ❤🙏🏽

I like your room and BTW I followed you on Instagram

I’ve seen that bag in a few of your videos. Is it washable? I’m going inpatient for surgery soon, I only want to bring things I can wash after getting home. Especially right now with everything going on.

Hannah I have health problems too and I like to bring a Vera bradley duffel bag and a Vera bradley blanket

@chronicallycooking8905

4 жыл бұрын

i use a vera bradley book bag for my stuff when i go to the infusion center.

Hi how are you