Guest guest Posted March 31, 2000 Report Share Posted March 31, 2000 Alice, I would shop for protein supplements before surgery, you might not feel up to it after. I would also get: egg beaters, yogurt, shredded cheese (to put in the eggs), Carnation Instant Breakfast (sugar free), Dole Fruit & Juice Bars (no sugar added), potatoes (to mash), applesauce. These are the things that I ate the first few weeks. I would ask Dr. Thayer's office about the belly ring. The walkman might be a good thing to take, don't take tapes or cd's though. That could invite trouble. Not that I would worry, but why take the risk? Let me know if you have anything other questions. Diane ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2000 Report Share Posted March 31, 2000 Hi Everyone, I've been reading these wonderful tips from different people on hints for pre-ops. I was thinking it might be a good idea to compile a list of all these hints that we could just give to pre-ops and know that they had it all!! It could be like a cookbook with hints and some recipes if we want - all with each person credited with their name. Of course since I'm opening my big mouth I suppose I would volunteer to compile it. Any thoughts?? Kathleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2000 Report Share Posted March 31, 2000 Great idea Kathleen! I'm game! Blondie Re: Pre-op questions Hi Everyone, I've been reading these wonderful tips from different people on hints for pre-ops. I was thinking it might be a good idea to compile a list of all these hints that we could just give to pre-ops and know that they had it all!! It could be like a cookbook with hints and some recipes if we want - all with each person credited with their name. Of course since I'm opening my big mouth I suppose I would volunteer to compile it. Any thoughts?? Kathleen ------------------------------------------------------------------------ PERFORM CPR ON YOUR APR! Get a NextCard Visa, in 30 seconds! Get rates as low as 0.0% Intro or 9.9% Fixed APR and no hidden fees. Apply NOW! http://click./1/2121/7/_/675032/_/954510730/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2000 Report Share Posted March 31, 2000 In a message dated 3/30/00 8:57:46 PM Eastern Standard Time, lknglas11@... writes: HEY ALICE...I WILL ANSWER MY OPINION IN ALL CAPS SO IT WILL BE EASIER TO FOLLOW...... << I have a belly button ring. Should I take it out now, or wait until right before surgery? I WOULD TAKE IT OUT NOW SO IT CAN HEAL UP...THAT IS ONE LESS THING YOU NEED TO BE WORRYING ABOUT AFTER SURGERY - Should I buy protein drinks before surgery, or shop around after? DEFINATELY BUY NOW...THAT WAY YOU WONT HAVE TO GO SHOPPING AFTER. - How much sugar is too much? I'm finding it difficult to find totally sugar free foods. There's a fat-free yogurt I love, but it has 12 grams of sugar. Is that too much? YOU WONT BE ABLE TO EAT A WHOLE YOGURT AFTERWARDS ANYWAY..I KEEP MY SUGAR GRAMS TO UNDER 12 BUT IDEALY (FOR ME) UNDER 8 OR 9. - Should I bring a walkman to the hospital? I DID...AND IT WAS A GODSEND! MY ROOM-MATE TALKED IN HER SLEEP AMONG OTHER THINGS!!! - What foods or other items should I stock up on? NO SUGAR ADDED POPCICLES OR ICECREAM..CRYSTAL LITE...BOULLION Any othe tips or hints would be appreciated. Thanks! LOTS OF LOTION...YOUR BODY WILL DRY UP LIKE A SALTINE CRACKER IN THE SAHARA! - Alice A. >> HI! And welcome to OSSG New England. You will find us to be a very friendly bunch as well as informative. Please share a bit about yourself and where you are in your weight loss journey. Again, Welcome! Carla co-moderator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2000 Report Share Posted March 31, 2000 Great. Resend any of the great tips I've been reading and I'll print them out and assemble. KAthleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2000 Report Share Posted March 31, 2000 Thanks to everyone who has answered my questions! It's so great to have you all out there for support. Since getting my surgery date, food is on my mind more than ever. I can't wait till I don't have to fret over eating a pint of ice cream! Will I miss ice cream? Yes! But I'd rather not be able to eat it at all than have to simply " cut down " Does that make sense? Oh well, thanks again everyone! I'm sure I'll have more questions soon - Alice A. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2000 Report Share Posted March 31, 2000 Alice I'd bring your own comfy pillow to the hospital too. Mine made all the difference at night. Wish I had brought a blanket too at the time I was freezing with the thin sheets they provide but ended up snatching the other bedding and doubling up. They got the hint Lyssa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2000 Report Share Posted March 31, 2000 Alice, You will be able to have ice cream after surgery, just the " NO SUGAR ADDED " kind. Trust me, you won't be able to handle a pint by any means afterwards, at least for a long, long, long time! Keep your chin up babe! Dawn Re: Pre-op questions Thanks to everyone who has answered my questions! It's so great to have you all out there for support. Since getting my surgery date, food is on my mind more than ever. I can't wait till I don't have to fret over eating a pint of ice cream! Will I miss ice cream? Yes! But I'd rather not be able to eat it at all than have to simply " cut down " Does that make sense? Oh well, thanks again everyone! I'm sure I'll have more questions soon - Alice A. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ DON'T HATE YOUR RATE! Get a NextCard Visa, in 30 seconds! Get rates as low as 0.0% Intro or 9.9% Fixed APR and no hidden fees. Apply NOW! http://click./1/2120/7/_/675032/_/954550308/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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