Stuff you Need at Home

[casscitymom 1]

Getting Banded Soon!!!

I stole this list:

LAP BAND SURGERY SHOPPING LIST

NON-food ITEMS:

BBQ or Toilet tongs, for a good reach in the r.r. 4.98

Heating pad(12inx24in) 16.88

Flexible ice pack (hot/cold 12inx16in) 14.44

A few books or movies(your choice, I spent about 70.00us) xx.xx

Squishy pillow for car ride for seatbelt (shoulder pad) 16.88

Make sure you have a good blender 19.97

Kitchen timer (first few days, sip every 15 mins)(analog) 2.88

Kitchen timer (digital – better for travelling) 3.47

Pedo-meter(depending on the one you get – don’t forget to adjust to your stride) 4.88

PHARMACEUTICALS:

liquid Tylenol/Motrin (Check early in case pharmacy needs to order in advance) 4.98

chewable or liquid gas-x(I got strips, you will pay more than shown here) 3.60

Gauze Pads 4x4 6.57

Paper/bandage tape 2.57

Wet Wipes 2.64

Pill crusher 3.89

chewable vitamins 8.97

Hospital Medicine cups (I got 3oz/88ml cups – 100ct) 1.48

Cough Drops(Halls big box) 6.88

Stool Softener (Dr. asked me not to get this, if needed talk to him) xx.xx

Moist and nice tasting Lip Balm(got chapstick – cherry – 2for deal) 0.88

food ITEMS:

Protein shakes(these vary from 22 – 55 dollars depending on quality and quantity) xx.xx

Plenty of water(bottled Water for me 3cases 16oz. bottles 10.00) 10.00

broth or stuff to make broth(several flavors but all about the same cost) 2.98

sugar free popsicles 2.66

Sugar free Jello 0.50

Sugar free breath mints (chewable) 1.33

Crystal Light "On the GO" assorted flavors(I don’t like CL so I got store brand/price per box) 2.50

Bouillon(several flavors but all about the same cost) 2.07

Cream of Wheat 2.92

Creamy Soups 0.66

Applesauce 1.82

FAT FREE yogurt 1.76

Soup-at-Hand - soups - for creamy stage(on sale) 1.25

pudding cups (SF/FF) - helps w/ taking meds(got instant, more flavors, price per box) 0.50

Sugar free hot cocoa 1.87

Decaf tea(got regular, decaf is a little more in cost) 2.12

CLOTHES POST-OP:

Loose fitting, easily removable(one size larger than I wear, sweats, top and bottom) 15.88

Buttons downs or pullover(sale rack found $5.00 per, one size larger) 5.00

Thong shoes/slip-on so no bending and tying(make sure they are a good pair) 12.88

Sports Bra! Sutures will be hurt by under wires(not sure where they shop?) 6.88

All these prices are from Wal-mart and I used my receipt for 4Oct07 to get most of the prices.

I did try to give explanations where I could and those are in braces, i.e. - ().

Good luck and remember, your positive attitude and positive resolve got you this far. You can get through this, be positive.

[chrisssssy 0]

Thanks for that, it is very informative!!!

[pitter 0]

I hope to be banded soon and this list will be very helpful! I'm going to print it and stock up! Thanks again.:biggrin2:

[holly11 1]

Thank you so much for the list...it is so hard to know what you are going to need and you just made it easier...again thank you!!!

[goldson1 0]

You are the best for making this list and even going the extra step and including prices!

I start my pre-op liquid diet this Wednesday and this is going to be a HUGE help

Thanks again.

[innwtitdtity 57]

I am just beginning my journey and I think this is very helpful. Thank you!

[Irish Ladybug 0]

Wow this is amazing! I didn't think there would be so much... I am printing this right now! Thank you!!! :biggrin2:

[feelgoodagain 0]

This is an awesome list. Thanks. This will serve to be very vaulable real soon! Thanks Again!

[cleanteeth 1]

Wow! Thank you so much! I'm just starting the journey. Surgeon has sent in all my "stuff" for approval.

This is why this site is so great! You don't have to re-invent the wheel! So many great people willing to share both information and support!

[Vicki W 0]

Thank you so much for this information. You are an answer to my prayers. I have been trying to make a list of needs and it has not been easy. My surgery date is May 23rd and I want to be ready. Again, thank you.

Getting Banded Soon!!!

I stole this list:

LAP BAND SURGERY SHOPPING LIST

NON-food ITEMS:

BBQ or Toilet tongs, for a good reach in the r.r. 4.98

Heating pad(12inx24in) 16.88

Flexible ice pack (hot/cold 12inx16in) 14.44

A few books or movies(your choice, I spent about 70.00us) xx.xx

Squishy pillow for car ride for seatbelt (shoulder pad) 16.88

Make sure you have a good blender 19.97

Kitchen timer (first few days, sip every 15 mins)(analog) 2.88

Kitchen timer (digital – better for travelling) 3.47

Pedo-meter(depending on the one you get – don’t forget to adjust to your stride) 4.88

PHARMACEUTICALS:

Liquid Tylenol/Motrin (Check early in case pharmacy needs to order in advance) 4.98

chewable or liquid gas-x(I got strips, you will pay more than shown here) 3.60

Gauze Pads 4x4 6.57

Paper/bandage tape 2.57

Wet Wipes 2.64

Pill crusher 3.89

Chewable Vitamins 8.97

Hospital Medicine cups (I got 3oz/88ml cups – 100ct) 1.48

Cough Drops(Halls big box) 6.88

Stool Softener (Dr. asked me not to get this, if needed talk to him) xx.xx

Moist and nice tasting Lip Balm(got chapstick – cherry – 2for deal) 0.88

food ITEMS:

Protein shakes(these vary from 22 – 55 dollars depending on quality and quantity) xx.xx

Plenty of water(bottled Water for me 3cases 16oz. bottles 10.00) 10.00

broth or stuff to make broth(several flavors but all about the same cost) 2.98

sugar free popsicles 2.66

sugar free Jello 0.50

Sugar free breath mints (chewable) 1.33

Crystal Light "On the GO" assorted flavors(I don’t like CL so I got store brand/price per box) 2.50

Bouillon(several flavors but all about the same cost) 2.07

Cream of Wheat 2.92

Creamy Soups 0.66

Applesauce 1.82

FAT FREE yogurt 1.76

Soup-at-Hand - soups - for creamy stage(on sale) 1.25

pudding cups (SF/FF) - helps w/ taking meds(got instant, more flavors, price per box) 0.50

Sugar free hot cocoa 1.87

Decaf tea(got regular, decaf is a little more in cost) 2.12

CLOTHES POST-OP:

Loose fitting, easily removable(one size larger than I wear, sweats, top and bottom) 15.88

Buttons downs or pullover(sale rack found $5.00 per, one size larger) 5.00

Thong shoes/slip-on so no bending and tying(make sure they are a good pair) 12.88

Sports Bra! Sutures will be hurt by under wires(not sure where they shop?) 6.88

All these prices are from Wal-mart and I used my receipt for 4Oct07 to get most of the prices.

I did try to give explanations where I could and those are in braces, i.e. - ().

Good luck and remember, your positive attitude and positive resolve got you this far. You can get through this, be positive.

[grossefemme 0]

Thanks so much -- this will help. My banding is scheduled for May 5th! Good luck to you

[ThinDolphin3 3]

Ty for this list. So does Walmart sell chewable adult Vitamins? I have also been looking for the Protein Shakes. My doc told me NOT TO USE slim fast for my pre-op diet he suggested I go tnad get Atkins shakes at walgreens. I have also been shopping around the internet for liquid vitamins. Any suggestions??? I noticed that you didnt have neosporin on that list for the sutures is there a reason? I mean I would want them to heal as soon as possible.

[hope2bhealthy 2]

dolphin - or Vitamins, you can get flintstones vitamins. they were recommended by my doc. i heard that most of the liquid vitamins taste like crap. there is also a low-carb slim fast that has more Protein than Atkins, and i think they are a little creamier and stick with you a little longer. SF has 20 more cals than atkins, but they come from protein. they only make them in cans, though, not in a powder. my post op instructions specifically said not to put anything on my wounds until after the first visit. i'm not sure why, but they didn't want me using neosporin. that might not be universal, though.

[plain 12]

Casscity, very thoughtful to provide such a list, but I think it may be a little extreme. On the day of my surgery, I was back home by luchtime. I had the surgery on a Friday and was back to work on Tuesday, minimal discomfort. I didn't need any of the "Non-food items", and only a few of the "pharms".

But (and this is important) get whatever you feel you might need. It's important that you feel as comfortable & prepared as possible. Best of luck to you!!

[melliott74 0]

Ty For The List!