Hi everyone!

Just came back from doctor's office and have a October 28th surgery date for Gastric Bypass. This is it, the high diving platform. Knees are trembling.

Anyone else in October? Let's keep in touch as we support each other. We have the pre-op diet and getting mentally ready for this.

LET'S DO IT!

Owww to all you who had surgery this week! Welcome to the other side! Come to the other thread by @@Beni named october surgery 2014 post op!

@@Naynay31, lookin good

Edited October 24, 201411 yr by SimplySue

You 2 look so much better than I feel!!! I've had more pain and discomfort since I've been home. I can't even handle broth at this point. Only watered down juice, room temp. Here's a pic of my belly on day 2 post op. The drain is by far the worst thing ever. It's all covered up with the bandage but I have to pretty much carry the bulb thing around or it pulls at the site. Cannot freaking wait until Monday to get it out!

@@amylynns Have you tried pinning the tab to the inside of your clothes with a safety pin

Edited October 24, 201411 yr by layknee

My bulb from the drain has a safety pin to another piece of tape. It makes it so much more comfortable. I hope the pic makes sense to you. Hopefully you'll be feeling better really soon.

@@tacycakes

You made it through. I am so glad you are not in pain. Reading everyone's posts it's quite a mixed bag. But at this point you probably have the pump, which I understand is wonderful.

Edited October 24, 201411 yr by Beni

Layknee,

Yeah, I have the pin on it, but only pinned it to my gown at the hospital. I could do that now too I suppose. I just want the damn thing out.

My bulb from the drain has a safety pin to another piece of tape. It makes it so much more comfortable. ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1414191254.353780.jpg I hope the pic makes sense to you. Hopefully you'll be feeling better really soon.

Yep, that's exactly what mine looks like.

Tomorrow I start my 3 days of Clear liquids. Let's hope I have enough will power to make it. I have set up a command center. I actually moved out of my bedroom for several reasons.

1. I want to be in the main floor not upstairs

2. My husband arrived today from a business trip to Asia and I cannot get sick at this point. He is going to be so jet legged and up at all hours. I can't handle that right now. I tiered and cranky, I eat - NOOOOO

3. I am expecting to be in some pain and up at all hours when I get back home. I don't want to keep him up all night.

The Den it is. I must say it is very cozy: queen bed, recliner, arm chair, sofa, shelf with all my drink/food items, giant tv, laptop, music, books and last but not least 8 pillows. I really like my new room

@@Beni it sounds like you have a great set up. The recliner has been a huge part of my recovery. You can do it. You have encouraged us along the way and we are all here for you!!

Tomorrow I start my 3 days of clear liquids. Let's hope I have enough will power to make it. I have set up a command center. I actually moved out of my bedroom for several reasons.

1. I want to be in the main floor not upstairs

2. My husband arrived today from a business trip to Asia and I cannot get sick at this point. He is going to be so jet legged and up at all hours. I can't handle that right now. I tiered and cranky, I eat - NOOOOO

3. I am expecting to be in some pain and up at all hours when I get back home. I don't want to keep him up all night.

The Den it is. I must say it is very cozy: queen bed, recliner, arm chair, sofa, shelf with all my drink/food items, giant tv, laptop, music, books and last but not least 8 pillows. I really like my new room

Tomorrow I start my 3 days of clear liquids. Let's hope I have enough will power to make it. I have set up a command center. I actually moved out of my bedroom for several reasons.

1. I want to be in the main floor not upstairs

2. My husband arrived today from a business trip to Asia and I cannot get sick at this point. He is going to be so jet legged and up at all hours. I can't handle that right now. I tiered and cranky, I eat - NOOOOO

3. I am expecting to be in some pain and up at all hours when I get back home. I don't want to keep him up all night.

The Den it is. I must say it is very cozy: queen bed, recliner, arm chair, sofa, shelf with all my drink/food items, giant tv, laptop, music, books and last but not least 8 pillows. I really like my new room

Your den sounds awesome Beni!! You'll do great!!!

@@Beni it sounds like you have a great set up. The recliner has been a huge part of my recovery. You can do it. You have encouraged us along the way and we are all here for you!!

I wish I had a recliner, would have helped. Though today did nap, laying down, not propped up by pillows and even managed to sleep on my side for a bit.

I've slept in my bed the last 2-3 nights. It has been nice. Still a little weird laying on my sides but not too bad. @"Beni"@ your new room sounds Cozy. Now all we need is your before pic so we could put a face to you!

Tomorrow I start my 3 days of clear liquids. Let's hope I have enough will power to make it. I have set up a command center. I actually moved out of my bedroom for several reasons.

1. I want to be in the main floor not upstairs

2. My husband arrived today from a business trip to Asia and I cannot get sick at this point. He is going to be so jet legged and up at all hours. I can't handle that right now. I tiered and cranky, I eat - NOOOOO

3. I am expecting to be in some pain and up at all hours when I get back home. I don't want to keep him up all night.

The Den it is. I must say it is very cozy: queen bed, recliner, arm chair, sofa, shelf with all my drink/food items, giant tv, laptop, music, books and last but not least 8 pillows. I really like my new room

You can do this! The new digs sound awesome.

@@Beni your room sounds wonderful! Sounds like you are all ready. Only a couple more days for us and we will be on the road to recovery and our new healthy life! xoxo