Hospital bed?

[Bearup]

I am scheduled to have my procedure next week. My wife suggest that it might be good to get a hospital bed.
Comments/recommendations?

[Dawnislas]

I guess it depends on your starting weight and if you really struggle now getting up and down out of bed. I had an incline foam pillow and it helped me for the first 5 days or so just lessening the pressure from my incision site but it really wasn't too bad. Good luck on your journey.

[Sandra3]

I did spend 3 nights at the hospital post-op and really wished I was in my own bed, hospital beds are so hard on my back. Getting in and out of bed post-op was really easy, compared to my 3 c-sections where I had to sleep in the guest room (bed was lower) for 2 weeks, with the sleeve it was easy to get in my own bed or to climb stairs. But we are all different...

[jcook2]

Maybe instead of a hospital bed, look into getting an abdominal binder. I was given one to use in the hospital and could have brought it home with me if I'd wanted it. Best wishes for your surgery!

[Bearup]

You folks are unbelievable in your support!

[Lisa73me]

I don't think you'll need a hospital bed if you don't need one now. It's a laparoscopic surgery, very noninvasive. Most people are back to light duty work in a few days. Congrats on your surgery and good luck! Sending prayers and good vibes!

[sraebaer]

Sounds like a waste of money to me, but whatever works for you. I was comfortable sleeping in my recliner at first, but my bed worked too. I did sleep almost that whole first week! (Also took little walks and got in my liquids and protein.)

[Diane55]

I spent one night in the hospital. Definitely not my comfy bed!!. At home, for the first 3 nights, I slept propped up with several pillows. To get out of bed, I just rolled on my side and then slowly (at first) pushed myself up.
Honestly, the worst part was not being able to sleep on my stomach!!!. That took a few weeks.
Best wishes on your journey.

Diane

[Luna354]

I slept on my couch for 3 days at home. It was just more comfortable. Plus, unfortunate timing, but my husband came down with the flu the day of my surgery. I wasn't going near that. Anyway, the couch was more comfortable for me because it helped me stay on my side, I'm usually a stomach sleeper.

[Tommy1969]

I never got in the hospital bed. They had a reclining chair that I stayed in the over night, made it easier to get up and walk, etc. as I have some hip issues. Then I actually slept in my recliner for a few days when I got home, I have a very solid one, paid about $3k for it a few years ago as it also has a lift in it. Guess it all depends on your situation. Best of luck to you!

[b02whitety]

I don't think you'll need a hospital bed I Made my mom get me a couple of comfy pillows and that worked for me don't waste
your money ... good luck

[Leslieann]

You'll be just fine. I was amazed how well I did when I got home. I wish I had done this years back!
Best wishes!!

[Donald G]

When getting out of bed just swing your legs over to the ground first before trying to sit up as someone with back issues I have been getting out of bed like this for years and it was effective after surgery for getting up. Good luck to you.

[Christie13]

I did not need anything special but I had 2 C-sections so it didn't seem as bad to me. I have heard that some people find sleeping in a recliner easier the first few days. I don't think a hospital bed is necessary. Just my 2 cents.