Things to have on hand

[Alig02 30]

My surgery is one week away and I was wondering what the best things to have ready for after surgery. Also any tips for post op would be great.

[tmposton 49]

My surgery is one week away and I was wondering what the best things to have ready for after surgery. Also any tips for post op would be great. <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

I too would like to know this.

[sapcat54 76]

Gas-x, heating pad, Soups, a good blender, Protein drinks- Preimer Protien form costco, I eat alot out of papercups and bowls heips in Portion Control, Water bottles, decaff tea, coffee, sugerfree flavored drinks and powders.

I hope this helps. Also the first week is the worst but each days gets better. Watching the scale drop is a great reward. But during your healing the weight might be slow at first but you will see results it you follow the DR's orders.

Good Luck and God Bless

[Aza359 64]

I agree with sapcat... Also expect pain, its ok if the first few days you feel like you have no appetite and your stomach area is rumbling doesnt always mean you are hungry i had no appetite the first couple days but remember to get as much Fluid in you as possible to prevent dehydration, walk walk walk, pillows, you may or may not see a weight loss do not be discouraged! I gained 12lbs from all the saline through IV nearly fell over but it eventually comes off and im at my starting weight from the day of surgery and still havent lost any weight remember this is still a healing stage and u may not lose any weight until u get a fill just keep positive! Gas pains suck try everything u can to relieve it if nothing works like in my case do not hesitate to call your dr who gave me a pill to dissolve under my tongue and i also incorporated a Fiber Gummy helped me so much! Sooner than you know you will feel 100% better! Good luck and Congrats!!!

[Destined*Lady*D 90]

OKAY SO HERE YOU GO...

1: sugar free fruit Popsicles... A lot of them

2: Crystal Light, Mio or Something you can add your Protein too so that they are not all shakes.

3: Heating Pad for sure. This is a hidden gem.

4. Make Protein popsicles using sugar free pudding and 1 scoop protein. Helps get your protein in.

5. Gas X and Hydrocortisone Cream to help your scars from itching

6. Some savory broths you love. Or miso / egg drop Soup help a lot too.

7. Rent Movies... don't watch a lot of TV. Too many food commercials to add to "Mind Hunger"

8. A scale to watch your weight come off and keep you focused on getting your liquids in.

9. A pre marked cup with 4oz at each spot so you know you are getting your fluids in.

For GAS pain after..... WALK AS MUCH AS YOU CAN. sleep propped up with 1 arm over your head. Normally the left side will have more pain due to more work being on that side of your body. Try to take deep breaths with your left arm bent over your head. Everyday gets better and better. And sleep with a Crazy amount of pillows.

Cheers to your Success and You are going to do great. Cheers future Banster

[faithonly 4]

OKAY SO HERE YOU GO...

1: sugar free fruit Popsicles... A lot of them

2: Crystal Light' date=' Mio or Something you can add your Protein too so that they are not all shakes.

3: Heating Pad for sure. This is a hidden gem.

4. Make Protein popsicles using sugar free pudding and 1 scoop protein. Helps get your protein in.

5. Gas X and Hydrocortisone Cream to help your scars from itching

6. Some savory broths you love. Or miso / egg drop Soup help a lot too.

7. Rent Movies... don't watch a lot of TV. Too many food commercials to add to "Mind Hunger"

8. A scale to watch your weight come off and keep you focused on getting your liquids in.

9. A pre marked cup with 4oz at each spot so you know you are getting your fluids in.

For GAS pain after..... WALK AS MUCH AS YOU CAN. sleep propped up with 1 arm over your head. Normally the left side will have more pain due to more work being on that side of your body. Try to take deep breaths with your left arm bent over your head. Everyday gets better and better. And sleep with a Crazy amount of pillows.

Cheers to your Success and You are going to do great. Cheers future Banster [/quote']

Awesome list , thanks so much.

[marfar7 1,533]

Everything everyone said +:

Buy a sleeve of medicine cups from a pharmacy (or Walmart). They are exactly 1oz. My dr told me to drink 1 oz of Protein shakes every hour and those came in handy!

Good luck to you!

Marci

[Alig02 30]

Wow thanks these are all great lists!