Question:
Has anyone found material written specifically to educate family members?

I posted a question about materials to educate my PCP and got a great lead to http://www.gastricbypass.com/ where they have info specifically designed to update your PCP. So now I'm wondering if anyone knows of any info designed to educate family about the surgery and life afterwards. I could give them books to read but I was hoping for something shorter. Thanks    — Laura K. (posted on March 18, 2003)

March 18, 2003
Hi! I did find a great website for that while I was reserching, they sent me a free mini book and I let all of my friends and family read it. None of them has had a problem with me having the surgery since. Now there all so supportive now that they understand it! www.weightlosssurgeryinfo.com
   — latrishanickle

March 18, 2003
I created a booklet for post op RNY patients that details the surgery, my doc's post op diet, and other articles including what meds to avoid, etc. I gleaned this material from several sources, and put it in one place so I would have it handy. It might be useful to you, and as always, follow your own doc's directions. You can find it online at http://tinyurl.com/7qct Good luck to you!
   — kristinevok