Hi I'm new here!

My surgery was approved and I am going to do my shopping for everything that I will need post-op. What have you tried and how did it work? Any advice on items that might make recovery more comfortable?

I am super worried about having the essential Vitamin and Protein supplements and am afraid that I won't have what I need! I have been unable to work due to my weight and am on a fixed income, so I can't afford to make any mistakes!

Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!

ok so i just had my surgery!!!! but what i did is a bit out of the norm the day after i went and flew to the big island of Hawaii....and how did i survive....well on muscle milk!!!!!! the light kind of course. it was a hard week not going in the water or eating but the best part you are NOT HUNGRY AT ALL ....the first few days you will be proud if you can drink a full glass of water.

Liquid vitamins is a really good way to go. I got my pain meds pre-op and they were in pill form so I made sure I got a really good pill crusher. I also had plenty of soup on hand along with juice and sugar free jello. I'm 2 days post op and still in a good deal of pain, my best advice is to stay on top of your meds, don't skip any and take them on time, if you don't the pain will really creep up on you.

I made sure I had plenty of creamed soup, because after all that water and ice intake and no food, you are gonna want something that comforts you a bit. Tomato soup was my comfort food. Cream of Chicken, broths, popcicles. Use a blender on anything after the first week if it needs pureed.

Try out samples of protein shakes before you invest in them. I like the Chocolate Splendor from Unjury. My doctor gave me samples forst. You can order online for the rest. Plus don't be suprised if what you were able to eat before surgery doesn't settle well with you at first. Thats when I just grabbed a popcicle or broth. Also, try getting your meds in liquid and try not to take the pain meds mor than a few days if you can tolerate it. I didn't have a bowl movement because of them and the new diet for almost 2 weeks. Worst bloating and pain I think I have ever felt. Good Luck to ya.