What do I need after surgery?

[Nahila1122 4]

Hello all,

My surgery is scheduled for Friday, January 24th. I'm preparing myself for when I come home and I wanted to know what do I need to help ease the pain and discomfort? I'm compiling a list of things to purchase prior to surgery so any input is appreciated.

Edited January 19, 2014 by Nahila1122

[BlueMoon~T 276]

I would get some gas-x and make sure you have a heating pad on hand. This will help with the gas pain that settles in your joints(usually) after your surgery.

food wise- broth, SF Jell-O and pudding. SF popsicles. Make sure you have a yummy Protein shake picked out. You'll need mushies, which you can put just about anything in a blender and make it mushie. Drink lots of Water. I use Crystal Light to flavor my Water, but some bandsters prefer other types of flavoring.

Search the web for bariatric food recipes- there a ton of excellent Protein Shake ideas!

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Everybody's pain threshold is different. I was in pain for about three days then I was fine. Just remember to walk as much as you have. AND be EXCITED you're starting a journey of commitment and triumphant!

[BillieG 81]

The biggest help tome was a heating pad for my tummy. Also stock up on broth (beef was most soothing to me), sugar free popsicles and Jello, i drank apple juice too for my sugar bcuz im hypoglycemic. A lot of pplrecommend gas x but i just used that for the first time in week 2.

[mplaisance 1]

The thing that helped me the most was getting up and walk after surgery as much as you can and the recommended amount of Protein

[BillieG 81]

Oh yes!! Protein Powder and skim milk or premade Protein Shakes. Tho i didnt have to implement those until week 2

[Nahila1122 4]

I have all my liquids, broth, Jello, Protein and such. But I will definately be picking up some Gas-x and a heating pad. Thanks for the replies!

[Bandista 7,466]

Hi Nahila, congratulations on your upcoming date! Very exciting. I liked having a pillow in the car for the ride home -- something to press on my belly for comfort. Also good to hold it there for laughing or coughing. Best wishes for smooth sailing and an easy recovery. Keep us posted!