My story... bare with me!

[GwennyPenny 108]

That is good to know about the Calcium. Those are the things that I’m afraid of *not* knowing. Did your doctor go over these things? Or did your NUT? I feel like I’m winging this whole thing.

I only found that out after I got the kidney stones. The kidney specialist told me. I already knew gall stones or kidney stones happen especially if you have had them before which I had. They emphasized the importance of drinking all your Water to keep the kidneys flushed because surgery changes things. The first few days we are not drinking much but once you can try to drink as much as you can. These things don't happen to everyone but the water and Protein rules are worth sticking to. Good luck with your journey. Lots of people here to ask questions x

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[TakingABreak 2,733]

On ‎11‎/‎19‎/‎2017 at 8:00 AM, GassyGurl said:

I found the liquid Calcium at Walmart. I also forgot that I take a super b complex about every other day. (tiny gel cap).

I didn't really look for many liquid vitamins. I originally bought calcium citrate pills and they were huge. I prefer gel caps, chewable, anything but tablets. I hate when things feel like they get stuck and start to dissolve! Yuck.

I also tried to keep it simple and inexpensive. I live in a very rural area, so my choices are Walmart, Amazon, or costco (rare trip every 2 months).

I read a lot about people having taste issues with the Iron, so I did put effort into that choice. The Bari melts actuality tastes good.

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I'd also like to keep it simple and inexpensive. Amazon is my best friend so if I can get a lot there, that would be great.

thanks for your input. I've seen a lot of people talk about the aversions to large tablets, knowing that now, I will try and get as much chewable or liquid as possible.

[blondie66 271]

I was on an IV with pain medication right after surgery when I went home I didn't need pain medication. But if u do it has to be Tylenol. As for B12 it was 1000 mcg every other day not daily.

Jamieson makes a dissolvable tab that goes on your tongue.

[RNY-Fall-2017 161]

That drive sounds very difficult for every single visit throughout the process, I’m so sorry your having to deal with such an obstacle!

I admire your motivation however! Needless to say, you’ll do very well with this kind of determination up front.

About the pain medication: I was given IV pain meds day 1 and 2 and transitioned to oral pain meds later on day 2. On day 3 they discharged me to home. Some people have more pain than others and require more pain meds, like me I guess. But on day 3 I didn’t need any pain meds at all anymore. I had zero pain. I was sent home with a prescription for more pain pills too & got the script filled but only took like a total of maybe 2 pills over the next week. Crazy, but pain is pretty much under control with these surgeries for the general consensus. Right after surgery when your wheeled up to your room is when you need something, definitely, but seems like it’s mainly that first day & into the 2nd day with some of us.

For vitamins: I take “Opti-Source” Bariatric chewables four times a day. My nutritionist said everything you need is in there. I’m only 6 weeks post op but it’s convenient since they are at Wal-greens for $29 (per month).

Good luck to you dear friend!!!! Hugs💕❤️Jennifer

[TakingABreak 2,733]

On ‎11‎/‎29‎/‎2017 at 7:37 AM, RNY-Fall-2017 said:

That drive sounds very difficult for every single visit throughout the process, I’m so sorry your having to deal with such an obstacle!

I admire your motivation however! Needless to say, you’ll do very well with this kind of determination up front.

About the pain medication: I was given IV pain meds day 1 and 2 and transitioned to oral pain meds later on day 2. On day 3 they discharged me to home. Some people have more pain than others and require more pain meds, like me I guess. But on day 3 I didn’t need any pain meds at all anymore. I had zero pain. I was sent home with a prescription for more pain pills too & got the script filled but only took like a total of maybe 2 pills over the next week. Crazy, but pain is pretty much under control with these surgeries for the general consensus. Right after surgery when your wheeled up to your room is when you need something, definitely, but seems like it’s mainly that first day & into the 2nd day with some of us.

For vitamins: I take “Opti-Source” Bariatric chewables four times a day. My nutritionist said everything you need is in there. I’m only 6 weeks post op but it’s convenient since they are at Wal-greens for $29 (per month).

Good luck to you dear friend!!!! Hugs💕❤️Jennifer

It's been a very big challenge to say the least. It is well worth it in the long run. As long as I use the "Center for Excellence" my insurance covers it 100%. I'm glad to hear from a variety of people. Thank you for your input. I'll take a look at the Vitamin you take. The doctor's office gave me a list of Vitamins (finally!) and the values I need. Now it's just a cost effectiveness thing for me. It seems like I'll have to supplement Vitamin D+ Calcium, Iron, and B12 with whatever vitamin I pick.

Hugs, Ashley