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Hey everyone. I’m new to this and so excited about my surgery on 8/26/19. Any advice or suggestions I need to know about? You know like maybe somethings I need to be prepared for that doctors don’t tell you???

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Be prepared to find a Protein Powder that you enjoy the taste but also that it's good quality because you will need to live off shakes preop and Post op

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Good luck on your WLS journey.

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This is a great group of people, I have found a lot of support and information here. Welcome to the group!

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On 7/27/2019 at 12:50 AM, JazzyReady803 said:

Hey everyone. I’m new to this and so excited about my surgery on 8/26/19. Any advice or suggestions I need to know about? You know like maybe somethings I need to be prepared for that doctors don’t tell you???

It will be a very hard road after the surgery but keep your eyes on the price. Most people gain there weight back 10 years from now and asked to get another surgery. Which they need to change the way they think about food and how they are eating.

Make sure you pack a long cord to charge your cell phone with a outlet wall charge plugger.

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Hey, congrats on this great move! I had my gastric bypass two weeks ago yesterday and I feel great. Here are some things I have experienced that may help you:

  • The gas pain HURTS and pain killers don't take it away. Saw a video (after the fact) that a woman took Gas-X melting strips and she said that worked like a blessing. I didn't do that so I can't speak for it.
  • Walk. Walk. Walk!!! Walk as soon as you are able in the hospital. I did so many laps and I believe that this led to my quick and easy recovery.
  • Head hunger is real and can sure fool you into thinking you are hungry. Don't let your old habits carry over to your new self. Walk away from head hunger and do something interesting instead of eating.
  • Don't overeat and don't under eat. Make sure you have at least two Protein Shakes a day (60 grams of protein) and drink as much clear liquid as you can. It's very hard to get all this in, especially in the beginning but try.
  • Don't expect quick weight loss. In the two weeks post surgery, I have only shed 10 pounds. But I feel good and that matters most. I know weight will eventually come off because my caloric intake is a fraction of what it used to be.
  • The biggest thing for me was finding out that my mind did not know I went through the surgery. I still craved food, looked through recipes, watched MasterChef with envy. But your body very much knows you went through surgery. Eat or drink too fast or too much, and your body will let you know. So far, I've only had tiny pain from drinking too big a gulp but it's very easy to forget to eat small and slow.
  • Be positive and be happy. You are going through a lot and putting your body through a lot. Enjoy the possibilities of a brighter future and enjoy the ride!

Best of luck to you!

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