One Week! Advice?

[swizzle 120]

You guys! I'm one week away from having surgery! (GBP RNY) I feel like I've had months to prepare, I've read every forum post, I've scoured every Pinterest board, I've read every detail about Protein, macros, etc in preparation, but now that I'm 7 DAYS AWAY (OMG!) I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed!

Does anyone have any advice? What should I stock in my house for the week back? What have you all found that was helpful for transitioning back to work? What did you bring to the hospital? I feel like I've been studying for months but now that it's so close, my mind is going blank!

HELP!!!

Also OMG I'M SO EXCITED!!!! :) :)

[James Marusek 5,244]

I will pray that your surgery goes well.

Make sure you have taken a good before photograph so you will have something to compare it to after surgery.

Consider obtaining a pill crusher and pill splitter. Also have a full range of small measuring spoons/cups to measure meal volume.

After surgery it is important to get up and walk every couple hours. This will help to make your recovery process go smoother. In the hospital ask for an overhead trapeze bar above your bed to help you get up out of bed a little easier.

Your taste buds may change after surgery, so don't stock up too much on food until you arrive home. The key on Protein shakes is to experiment until you find one that you can tolerate. You don't need to love it, just tolerate it.

[judy1234 27]

My GB RNY was one week ago today. Honestly, I was a little surprised at the amount of pain I was in -- not trying to scare you, it was manageable, but I really wish I'd listened to everyone who me to sleep in a recliner. Getting out of bed still feels like a hot knife in my side seven days later. Buy, borrow, or steal one if you can. If you have to sleep in a bed, try to get up at the same time as someone else in your household so they can take both your hands and pull you up. It helps a LOT. Also make sure you have a firm pillow to hug for whenever you need to cough, vomit, or sneeze.

I really felt fine whenever I was standing or walking. In the beginning I couldn't sit up for long periods but now that's gone and I can sit at my desk for hours. It is really just getting out of bed that's been difficult.

One more thing -- not sure this is true, but it seems that on the days I get in the higher end of Protein, I seem to feel better the next day. I have gotten the minimum of 60g every day, but the days when I got up to 70 or 80g I seemed the have less pain the next day.

Edited March 8, 2016 by judy1234

[naturerunner 2]

I would have broth, Jello, crystal lite packets (or generic versions, as long as they are sugar free), and any other Clear liquids. Have a variety because they can get old pretty quick. I wasn't allowed to have Protein shakes until 2wks post op but if you can have them sooner that's better. I took things to read to the hospital but with the meds, my eyes couldn't focus for too long. I spent time on Pinterest! I went back to work 3 was post op and didn't really have any issues. I was exhausted but that's to be expected.

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[swizzle 120]

Thanks! All these are really helpful! I had my last appt with my surgeon today and feel much more prepared! It's happening!!!!!

[goplay94123 575]

Do not underestimate the need for a very soft nightie that is loose. I bought a lot of cotton pjs and a few night shirts that slip on. Hands down I love the slip on super soft rayon nightie. I also like these little red cups that are usually for shots. But they are sturdy and perfect for proportions. I got them at the grocery store. Also Chapstick and if your dr allows sugar free gum. Good luck!!

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[goplay94123 575]

. Here is an example of the little red cup in comparison to a pill bottle for size. They was really well as well!!

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Sorry. They wash really well as well.

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