Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Recommended Posts

Hi, I'm pretty new to the form I have been on here mostly just looking for information. My surgery has been moved up to this Friday the 16th oppose to its original November 7th I'm excited but feel a little caught off guard, looking for a few pointers and tips.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Best of luck with your surgery.

My recommendation is that you do everything you are asked by your team, even if you think you can't including walking as soon as possible.

When you get home make sure you get in all of your Protein and fluids every day as soon as you can, walk, and stay off of the scale.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I started trying clear liquid Proteins before surgery. I like Isopure (many don't, but its available at GNC). I think one of the reasons I did well without the drop in energy is I kept my Protein levels up early. See it there is some form of powder or Isopure that will give you at least 80-100g of Protein the first couple of weeks. GasX strips (which you can take 4 of at a time) help post surgery. Walk as much as you can and bring some bottoms so your butt doesn't stick out of the robe while you are walking is good too.

I brought my old third generation iPod to listen to good books and music while I walked at the hospital. Make sure you have shoes that don't require lacing, but flip flops are not as good as slip ons IMHO.

Don't buy new clothes. Find a good consignment store and work out a deal for a 2 or 3 for 1 on your old stuff. You will appreciate it later.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×