I never used a pad over my wound but the high upish undies are great, you dont' want bikinis sitting on the scar - owies. Im also a shorts or pants pj girl, but I got a few cute nighties - was in for 5 days and they were so much more comfy, I got a few that had easy boobage access and a singlet top (my hospies and my reaction to drugs meant I was hot both times!) but then I would have my pashmina or cardigan over the top if I got cool! I love my pashmina for use as a blanket and shawl!

Not really cs related but I also like having ear plugs for sharing a room and an eye mask for blocking out the lights because I like sleeping in the dark.