Hi all!

I'm excited and terrified at the same time. Keeping busy getting prepared, shopping for post-op stuff, emptying the fridge and cabinets of all food but broth, Protein drinks and Jello.

Have a huge shopping list. Is there something on you list that is different from the norm. Or do you have any insider tips for comfort after?

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For me, since I live alone I just made sure I had enough to get me through the first two weeks. Figured the last thing i would feel like doing is making a run to the store during that time. Personally, I'm not a fan of plain Water so I made sure I had a stock of crystal light. I would also suggest sugar free popsicles - it's august, it's hot and you can crunch on the ice a bit in your mouth before it melts (seems like an insignificant thing but when all you are having is liquids, a little crunch is nice).

During that week before surgery (June 17th for me), I made sure my house was thoroughly cleaned, laundry all caught up etc. I also got a supply of magazines, books to read, coloring books etc - distractions to keep me from getting bored and to turn to when i was thinking about food. While I didn't have real hunger - i definitely battle with head hunger so it's been good to have distractions around.