its now a reality

[jaysleever 61]

hi all,

well i was approved for the sleeve procedure and it is happening nov 11, 2013. I suddenly realized that i have to take care of all my laundry, go shopping for 1st and 2nd week liquid diet, make doctors appts now for after the surgery, and anything i can suddenly think of that would need preparedness. Basically do everything that i might not be capable of immediately following the surgery. If anybody has any tips or advice it is definitely appreciated as far as being prepared for post op needs 1st and 2nd week.

I will be staying with family the 1st week post op immediately following discharge from hospital.

Thank You

[SuzyB 182]

Do not over buy Protein Drinks. Your tastes may change. Heating pad is awesome for gas pain. For me, recovery was fairly easy. I did have pain with esophageal spasms, but there are meds to help with that. Good luck

[gomekast 559]

Get sample packets only...to try out different Protein powders. I lived with my heating pad first few days home. I actually slept with it each night for a good 4 days straight. Took all the swelling down in no time too!

Don't go crazy buying stuff you won't otherwise use. I didn't have a problem with tastes changing.

Good luck!

[ekmw 56]

1. sleeping on your couch might be easier than sleeping in your bed.

Since I came home, I've been on the couch, sleeping on my back.

Eventually, you'll be able to sleep on side, but for me, it's been easiest while still on the couch.

2. My tastes changed on the Protein drinks for post-op.

You might have to change what you get, so go sparingly on this.

3. You'll probably need something to help you easily use the bathroom.

Maybe invest in gel stool softeners.

If you don't use the restroom atleast once during the week, speak with your doctor/surgeon.

Not using the bathroom for two weeks is BAD!