1. A universal remote. Who here has not suffered the shortage of TV remotes in Brigid’s Ward. That was rhetorical because the answer is ALL. If you find yourself short, then Tesco’s near the hospital as well as the tech shop called, New Paddy Electronics, located in the The Merrion Shopping Centre, across the way can easily remedy the situation. Don’t forget the batteries!

2. A fan (remote control fan is even better), particularly if you are confined to bed for a while. The rooms can get warm so a decent fan can make life significantly more comfortable.

3. An extension lead– In my experience an absolute must for making time resting up as comfy as possible.

4. Phone/iPad charging cables. The phone shop in the shopping centre near Vincent’s has ones that extend to 3 meters.

5. A clip to attach said charging cables to your sheet to keep them from falling off of the bed- no one likes to call the nurse to help with things like this and bending down can be less than easy particularly after transplant surgery.

6 A tablet/iPad/iPod to keep you entertained- now is the time to indulge that Netflix addiction.

7. Earphones/Ear buds– for any/all of the above.

8. Wi-Fi extender. Wi-Fi is generally excellent though there are blackspots. For those who want reassurance that they will have strong Wi-Fi signal in their room, Wi-Fi extenders can be useful.

9. Moisturiser for face and body between stress, heat and meds skin can really benefit from some extra TLC. My recommendations are Aveeno Body Lotion and Body Shop Shea Butter.

10. Decent slippers– the physios are not fans of non-grip footwear particularly when working with you to help you get back on your feet after your transplant.

11. Kindle, books, magazines, adult colouring books, audiobooks, puzzles, games etc basically activities to help keep you occupied during quieter times.

12. A sleep mask/noise proof headphones or earplugs– There may be beeping machines, lights etc.

13. A pen and notepad– There will be medical jargon and you will want to note questions to ask the medical team later.

14. Your fellow Liver Transplant LISN/Robins Group Members. Hospital, even with staff as great as we know are in St Vincent’s, can be very lonely place. Post a message on the Robins WhatsApp group. Chances are one of us will be in a room near you or even nearby to drop something in or go for tea. There have been many hallway meetings in St Brigid’s between people on this group since it began, so if you recognize someone, say hi, chances are they would love the chance to see another friendly face