10 Ways to Make a Loved-One's Hospital Stay More Comfortable
By ABush

Call Ahead

Call Ahead

It's hard to be modest in the hospital. Flimsy gowns, long trailing tubes, and doctor's examinations can mean you're showing more skin than you're used to. Calling ahead before you visit a friend or family member gives them time to prepare for your visit.

Reader's Experience: "After breast surgery one of my high school teachers showed up unexpectedly. I was completely mortified! Since then, I make sure I always call before I visit anyone in the hospital." (Marilyn)

By ABush— Last Modified: 10/03/2012, First Published: 06/24/2011