Can anyone advise me on what supplies (i.e. food, drinks, medical aides, etc.) to have on hand when I come home from the hospital since I won't be able to go to the store for a while? Maybe my Dr. will tell me about some of them when I go for my pre-op visit on the 11th, but I'd like to hear from those who have been through it and know from experience what is needed.

Thanks,

TenGal

Take a look at the FAQ's and References. There is an entire thread on what you will need. I jotted down some things from there last night and went shopping for them today. Such as Gas-X, etc.

Felicia, where can I find that list?

Make sure you fill you pain med prescription. Get Gas-X for sure. The gas is worse than the incisions. Get some magazines, or a book, although the day after surgery you'll probably spend sleeping. The day of surgery and the day after I drank a lot of water and had a little broth. The thought of food will not be appealing. Keep up on those protein shakes. I like EAS AdvantAge Carb Control Protein Shakes. The strawberry one is the tastiest.

Felicia, where can I find that list?

Go back to the main forum and it's the next thread right after this one.

Here's the thread w/the post-op shopping list:

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f73/post-op-checklists-things-have-before-surgery-14814/

What ever you do make sure you get you an electric heating pad, you will definitely need it. I brought mine from WalMart for $10.00. Fill your prescription filled. Make sure you have a pillow to seperate yourself from your siginificant other if you share your bed so they want hit you in the stomach. Get your shakes, water and juice. For the ladies a sport bra is also good. Make sure you have something comfortable to sleep in. Last but not least make sure you have someone that will help care for you, I know I did (my husband). Rest....Walk.....Hydrate....Rest

Thanks for the link! It will be quite helpful!