Getting nervous! Any last minute advice?

[hlynn1008 0]

My sleeve surgery is scheduled for 7:00 AM January 8 and I am getting so nervous! Any last minute advice on what to bring to the hospital and what to have when I get home? Thank you so much ????

[Jack Fabulous 35]

It is very natural to get nervous and scared. Just take it one minute at a time. You will do great. I was terrified before my surgery and wrote a blog entry about it. If it helps, feel free to read it.

[Rinrocks1 6]

Mine is tomorrow morning! I have to be at the hospital at 6am!!! I should be asleep but I just can't!! I'm nervous but more so I am excited!!!

This forum has been such a great help!! Thx everyone for sharing!!

Erin

[TheGamer 406]

Bring a firm pillow or other support for your stomach. Comfy comfy clothes, too. I took a sun dress with me (not so bad in October) just so I wouldn't have anything around my midsection at all. Stock up on GasX strips, too!

[hlynn1008 0]

Thank you both I know what you mean about not being able to sleep. I feel like I did before going to have my first child, like I have so much to do to get ready and I'm going to forget something. Or that I may not be able to get down those chewable vitamins. My mind won't turn off

[hlynn1008 0]

Mine is tomorrow morning! I have to be at the hospital at 6am!!! I should be asleep but I just can't!! I'm nervous but more so I am excited!!!

This forum has been such a great help!! Thx everyone for sharing!!

Erin

Best of luck tomorrow!!!

[NIKIMAC 19]

Its quite normal to be nervous, I was and it was my 2nd WLS (didnt sleep the nite b4). Just take it easy, get plenty of rest, Proteins and Water. Please follow the directions of your doctor and if you have any question, dont be afraid to ask (remember no question is a stupid question).

[iegal 460]

Couple of things I would recommend.

• Take an almost nude preop picture front, side and back view for you and you alone. Then every 60 days take a new one. You will be amazed.
  
• Write a list with 10 reasons why you want this surgery. Then if you have a bad day, pull out list to reread. This is to encourage yourself and focus on goal.
  
• Sugar free electrolyte drinks helped me keep hydrated, so keep some on hand, or some smart Water. Did I mention room tempature.drinks. Stupidly I thought cold might be easy. Um, stomach cramps.
  
• Might be difficult to get in liquids, this is CRITICAL to your health. I used a shot glass and every 15 minutes I forces myself to drink my protien drink or smart Water an single oz at a time. Never had an emergency room visit.
  
• Peppermint tea slight warm was a treat. Decaf of course.
  
• I loved my recliner chair for that first few days.
  
• Chicken noodle broth instead of those sickenly sweet Protein Shakes.
  

Everyone is different, I know you will find what works for you. Wishing you the best and a speedy recovery. Be sure to update us on your progress.

No regrets, I love my sleeve.

[Lauren13 6]

I just got sleeved on the 4th and still in the hospital, going to go home today after some tests. Make sure you ask for a higher dose of pain meds if you are in pain and don't hesitate to ask for anything because its their job! At first they Had me on a paid med that was not strong enough so as soon as I got up to the room I made sure I got stronger stuff and it makes so much difference. Good luck!

[Lauren13 6]

I just got sleeved on the 4th and still in the hospital' date=' going to go home today after some tests. Make sure you ask for a higher dose of pain meds if you are in pain and don't hesitate to ask for anything because its their job! At first they had me on a pain med that was not strong enough so as soon as I got up to the room I made sure I got stronger stuff and it makes so much difference. Good luck![/quote']

[hlynn1008 0]

Thank you everyone )) I'm sitting in my hospital bed waiting to go into surgery and I'm ready!