I'd suggest you take a set of ear plugs and eye mask (like you get on planes when going overseas!). Hospitals are bright, noisy places ...... as it can be difficult to get to sleep! If you like puzzles/suduko - they are easier to do than reading a novel. Magazines are good - or Readers Digests - just short stories.
The cushion is absolutely essential. My arm just hated being 'on the bed', so i had the cushion to rest it on. Also, when driving home, clutch it to your chest - to prevent jarring when you hit bumps or potholes or kerbside gutters.
Jump onto this thread for a lot of general info on the forum - you might like to show off your furkids, your garden, art & crafts & other stuff, even some 'funnies' - as we DO all need a laugh sometimes!
https://onlinenetwork.bcna.org.au/discussion/23477/a-big-welcome-to-all-our-new-members#latesttake care & all the best next week xx