[FinallyJD]

Hi!  After 10 months of evaluations, test after test, dietician appointments, more dieting, and surgery/pre-op appointments, I am scheduled for surgery in 2 days! I've lost 30 lbs pre-surgery.  I also had a unique opportunity: my youngest daughter had the band placed 2 1/2 weeks ago.  I had the chanc to help her in recovery, and learn from her process.  After watching her I ordered some pre-made WLS food items, requested anti-nausea meds before I leave the hospital, and am prepared to spend a couple days in a nightgown since pulling up her pants was beyond challenging!

So here I am, 2 days away.  I am excited and VERY nervous.  I am worried about the post-op nausea/vomiting from anesthesia, and nausea in general (when I am nausea my body chooses to vomit, and my surgeon said avoiding vomiting.)   I also watched her struggle in trying to get in enough protein the first couple days.

I'd love any tips from the experts for any of these issues.

ONE LAST QUESTION: how do you put in those weight loss tickers?

Thanks!

Donna

[FFPM Eric]

I'm also 2 days away (less than 36 hours actually)

Wish you the best!!!  Keep us up to date!

[BaileyRose]

I was lucky and actually didn't have any nausea. Maybe you'll be lucky too! I struggled for the first week with getting my protein in as well. The shakes were too think for me to drink but that's because I had so much swelling I couldn't swallow anything... :-/ my doctor told me not to stress over it and just get in as much as I could. Now that I'm on real food I never drink them. I get plenty of protein from my food.

My gas pains were pretty intense... The best thing that worked for me besides walking was a heating pad. It was my saving grace. So if you don't have one of those, I'd invest in one. They're around 15 bucks at walmart. Popsicles really helped get my fluid intake up as well. Also, take a pillow with you to the hospital for the ride home. It helps to have something to press up against your tummy. Those bumps are killer.

Good luck! You'll do great!