My surgery is November 4th. Checking in at 7am. 2 days away.

My nerves are high but I'm excited at the same time. Any last minute tips or advice????

So excited for you! You'll do great! Keep us newbies posted!!

I will! I almost can't believe the day is finally here. This decision was 7 years in the making for me.

I'm excited for you too! And sending prayers up for both you and your surgeon. Keep us posted. Your success is ours!

Thank you Haley. I will!

Don't be stronger than your pain pump, use it as much as you can to be comfortable.

Good luck

Best wishes! Here's a tip. Don't be afraid to ask last minute questions and don't be a caregiver while you need care. Which means; don't be embarrassed or ashamed to push that call light and don't apologize for needing help! You'll do great!

I feel the same. My surgery is the same day at 7:00 am????

Don't forget the Chapstick!

Gasx strips!

Me too. Nov 4th, less than 10 hours. Bet Wishes to all on the 4th????

Best of luck! The first few weeks are tough, but the results are worth it - focus on your dreams! X

Take those pain meds and rest!

How are you doing... Chapstick was my life saver!!!

Hey everyone. I am doing really great today. I was released from the hospital the same day as my surgery. I was able to drink, pee and walk around fairly quickly. Some how I got lucky and my gas pain only lasted a day. Until this morning I was having a lot of trouble drinking. I could easily get it down but it felt weird and uncomfortable when it hit my stomach. This morning I'm drinking hot herbal tea and it feels great. I'm really going to try and focus on getting all my fluids in today. Sleeping was a little tough for me the first couple nights because I don't sleep on my back. Last night I was able to sleep on my right side for half the night and that really helped. How is everyone else doing?

Thank you for the updated, I will have my surgery on Tuesday! I'm so excited and nervous! I think I'm ready, as ready as one can be. I will stay in the hospital 3-4 days depending on how I feel. Reading all the posts makes more excited on having the surgery!