Every once in a while girls get sick or injured and have to be in the hospital. I know from experience that hospitals can be scary, especially when you don't know what's going on. That's why I always have at least one of my American Girl dolls with me in the hospital, for comfort and company. This post will explain how to best pack your doll and her things so she can come with you.
The first and most important step is to decide which doll is coming with you. You'll want to bring one that is easy to care for but is also one of your favorites. Keep an eye on her though! Next you'll want to decide what clothes to pack for her. I have a Ziploc bag in my box of doll stuff and it has two days worth of clothes and accessories for each doll, plus a sleeping bag and pillow for them. I would recommend doing something like this if you're like me and you have to go to the emergency room sometimes. It's good to have that ready and in a place where you can grab it quickly and go when you're really sick.
Other times you may know ahead of time that you have to be in the hospital. Maybe you need an operation or medicine to make you feel better. If that's the case, spend time thinking about what you want to take and get it packed so you're not stressed the day you go to the hospital. I recommend picking things that can be combined in many ways to save space and so you won't have too much to keep up with while you don't feel well. Also, definitely Do Not pack anything small or that you otherwise wouldn't want to get dirty, lost, or stolen.
Finally, if you know you have to be in the hospital for an operation or for special medicine and your hospital has a tour for new patients, bringing your doll along on the tour will make it easier for both of you and may even give you something other than your illness or injury to talk about with the doctors and nurses! 😂 I hope that these tips help you if you ever have to be in the hospital, and if you're reading this post from the hospital, please know that you are in my prayers!
Until next time,
Bear
