Pre OP or Post OP - Most important thing you have learned!

[CoolBrze198 0]

So, what was it? And would you do it again? (pre-op & post-op) :help:

We pre-oppers are looking forward to the stories we can get our eyes on. Lets see what kind of stories we will end up with...

Give us your stories... :clap2:

TIA,

[juno610 1]

Most important pre-op: Be patient! Make the most of any pre-op diet you are assigned (if any). I cheated a little bit, which kept me sane, but I probably could've knocked off a few extra pounds. I'd probably do the same thing over again though. I figured a few smaller cheats here and there kept me from one giant binge.

Most important post-op: Pace yourself. Small amounts at first. Very small. Eat slow! I'm on mushies and I notice that if I eat too fast I don't let my brain catch up to my stomach and it hurts a little.

[piercedqt78 658]

Pre-op....the diet doesn't last forever and I will/did eat again.

Post-op....sleep in a recliner for the first few nights, it's easier than trying to get up in the AM. Resume food slowly, and chew everything very well.

Learn to savor the way food taste, you only get to eat a small amount. The weight will come off, not over night but it does happen, sometimes in inches not pounds. Learn to love your body, every step of the way. Keep a Journal and take loads of pictures.

~Mandy

[mom2miracleprin 0]

Post op. Pack you favorite hard candy to suck on.

Joan

[piercedqt78 658]

And chapstick...I forgot to pack it and ended up spending the night. All the nurses had was glycerin (sp?) swabs...yuck. My lips were dry and I wanted chapstick. ~Mandy