Question:
Okay my surgery is on Monday the 11th & I need some advise.....

Now that my date is so near I all of a sudden fell like I m very unprepared. I nervous about the protein shakes vs CIB. I worried about all the supplements I have to take. One minute I think I have it all down & than I read something else & i'm all confused again?!?!?! AARRGGHH!!!!!! I guess I'm just getting nevous & need some reassurance (sp?) Thank in advance to all !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!    — Amy M. (posted on November 9, 2002)

November 9, 2002
Hi! You are going to do fine before, during, and after your surgery! Don't stock up big time for when you get home. You are going to be on liquids for awhile, and you aren't going to be able to take in too much at first. I was given liquid pain med and liquid zantac to take home with me. My DH filled the prescriptions a day or so before I was to go home so we wouldn't have to stop on the way home. Also have chewable calcium and chewable vits--- and sublingual B-12 on hand at home. I drank protein shakes...if you get CIB make sure its sugar free. I also had mashed potatoes with melted cheese, yogurt, and egg beaters for protein. Cream of wheat went down well also, and baby food bananas. Remember that a jar of baby food will last you 2-3 meals so dont stock up big on that either. And one serving of cream of wheat will also last 3 breakfasts. I wasnt too fond of baby food meats or most of their veggies or pureed meats. My DH had a couple of little tables next to our recliner and I had all my necessities within reach. Also had long tongs [like bbq tongs] beside me for reaching things that dropped, etc. Also, my DH would set an insulated pitcher of ice on one of my tables so I would have ice for my fluids. My food got cold before I could finish it, so I got one of those baby food dishes that holds hot water. But it was sort of a hassle.... You will do great! We are here to help and to reassure you any time you need us! Take care and God bless! Reenie
   — Reenie K.

November 9, 2002
I couldn't have said it better.
   — deniece M.

November 9, 2002
I would like to say calm down, don't worry, and everything else you are suposed to say at times like this, but I am in the same boat. My surgery is Nov. 18, 2002 and ditto on everything you said. Just remember to close your eyes and take deep breaths when you are stressed out to the max. This is the only thing thats getting me through each day right now. Good Luck on your new life, I wish you a quick recovery. God Bless you in everything you do. Tonya
   — Tonya J.