Betttyboop

I was given percocet for pain and had no issues swallowing them at night. Take meds with multiple sips of water and sit up for least 20-30 minutes after taking.

I am post-op day 16, I was also feeling like a bottom less pit post-op day 12-15. Make sure you are taking enough protein and your water. I purchased some products that have protein in them and don't taste like card board, like oatmeal and pudding, which are allowed by day 14. Check bariatric choices on line and they have products for all stages pre & post op. Oh & read how people rate item for taste before you buy.... comments very honest :-)..... good luck

I have a Magic Bullet which is great for thicker shakes with fruit and for soups. I went on line Bariatric choice and receive a free plastic bottle with wire ball inside. It works great for on the go shakes.

Congrats! as your new journeybegins :-)..... I was banded Jan. 7, 2011. I am feeling good but boy was I full of questions on my 1st day post op. So if I could be of any help pls feel free to ask..... Good luck !

hello, I was banded jan. 7, 2011..... My 1st visit to doctor was 1st wk in Oct. and I was approved within 10 days! I was so overwelmed and thought wow i must relly need it... lol ! As I spoke to staff at doctors office I realized time of approval is based on insurance. If you are wondering how long it would take for approval speak with insurance person at doctor's office. I waited until jan because I had to give notice at work to take leave. Good Luck!