Laying In The Hospital Bed.

[smiller1982 26]

My iv also infiltrated in my hand and its still slightly swollen:-( how about yours?

It was sore for about a week but it's all good now. Can't even tell where it was. Hope tours starts feeling better soon.

[steelergirl 135]

I'm glass you are doing better..did they do the leak test while doing surgery or did you do it later on?..my surgeon said the leak test he does is before they close me up

[smiller1982 26]

I'm glass you are doing better..did they do the leak test while doing surgery or did you do it later on?..my surgeon said the leak test he does is before they close me up

My doctor does both. He checks before he closes you up and the next day you have to do the barium swallow.

[WingsOfAButterfly 18]

I've leaned to always ask for a phlebotomist or the head of the nurses. They know what they are doing. I'm sorry you had to go through that. It hurts! Feel better soon:))

[WingsOfAButterfly 18]

I also have a question for guys. My surgeon said if things go ok I'll be in the hospital one night MAYBE two. The releasing is a little quicker as the procedure is for laparoscopically AND with the DaVinci robot. But what did you guys pack? I know I have to walk right after surgery but I don't know if I should bring my own pjs? What kind of bra? Houseshoes? Toiletries? Protein stuff and supplements? Thanks in advance!

Liz

All I brought was my pj's , slippers and a Robe for when I had to walk. I was more comfortable in my own pj's but you may need help changing. I couldn't bend after to out my underwear on, lol.

[WingsOfAButterfly 18]

Yes, bring Chapstick and suck on icecubes. They will be your friend for a while. My mouth was so dry after. My lips are still peeling.

[smiller1982 26]

Update: one month post op pic.

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[ChrisJ 44]

Your weightloss is really evident in your face! Good Job!

[smiller1982 26]

Your weightloss is really evident in your face! Good Job!

Thank you. I still have a long way to go but I'm on the road.

[tiffanywheat 8]

So what and how much are you able to eat now

[deltadawn817 106]

Gongrats and the best thing is having the energy and the ability to move gracefully with your children.

[smiller1982 26]

So what and how much are you able to eat now

I eat a lot of grilled chicken and sliced turkey. Tried ground beef and it hurt. Really want a grilled chicken salad, but still to early for raw veggies.

[smiller1982 26]

Gongrats and the best thing is having the energy and the ability to move gracefully with your children.

It's wonderful, although I'm still trying to get my energy up. I'm really working on upping my Protein but it's hard to get it all in.

[FatFreeMe 37]

You look so freakin awesome in your pic! That's all in one month - wow! Your doing awesome!

[smiller1982 26]

You look so freakin awesome in your pic! That's all in one month - wow! Your doing awesome!

Awww thank you so much. My goal was to be down 50 lbs by Christmas. Only 10 more lbs to go!!!