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TR R. 22 years, 2 months ago

Hello Everyone, I'm HOME. Surgery is complete...The hospital staff at Newton-Wellesley could not have been more accommodating, kind, professional, friendly and warm. They went above and beyond constantly!!! Biggest surprise: Most of my deliberating was about making the decision to have surgery, concentrating on getting the proper foods in house for after the surgery. My mind just sort of glossed over the physical process of the surgery. -- Looking at the incision shook me into reality. Also, I had experience abdominal surgery before, with a C-section with one of my babies, and strongest recollection was 1st day of agony, oblivion w/drugs...but then a speedy recovery. Now, I realize that healing is a slow process -- I need to take each step carefully. I have trouble getting up and out of chairs. So what you say? you have trouble getting up and moving now. That's right! But now it's not just sore knees or the big belly that is in the way of mobility. I have staples that I DO NOT WANT TO RUPTURE!! Much more serious business. I have not experienced any dumping, vomiting -- I can't even imagine the strain that would be on the incision -I don't want to, it hurts just thinking about that! I have been carefully sipping all liquids and have not tried anything exotic (day 5 apres RNY). Today I had oatmeal(1 oz) mixed with baby food banana (1/4 oz.) It was delicious. I also had baby Pear juice (4 oz) Atkins strawberry drink (11oz) - still working on that one, tough getting ALL that down. As for visitors in the hospital, I probably could have done without. It was tiring when they were there, and one day it was like a revolving door, so many one after the other. I would suggest just Short, 15-20 minute visits. Phone calls too- short and sweet. BUT, that is also because I felt VERY well taken care of by the staff. If it had been otherwise, I might have needed an advocate. I had trouble with some of the pain meds - and luckily I had nurses that were very attentive and able to differentiate between post-op malaise and reaction to meds and made changes as needed! Those are my observations. I hope someone else will find them helpful when their turn comes along.

Debbie H. 22 years, 2 months ago

GOD'S SPEED

Debbie A. 22 years, 2 months ago

TR - Just wanted to add my prayers and good wishes to the pile! God bless you!

Kimberly B. 22 years, 2 months ago

Hi TR, I just wanted to stop by and wish you the very best on your upcoming surgery. May God Bless you and your family as your cross over........Take care and congrats on becoming a "Loser". Kimmie from Louisiana

TR R. 22 years, 2 months ago

Thank you all for the warm wonderful wishes, encouragement, blessings!!! It really does mean so very much. With love and thanks, TR

TexFlutterby 22 years, 2 months ago

TR~~~~Here's to you for taking the best steps you can to a super new & healthy life. {"I HAVE HEARD YOUR PRAYERS, I HAVE SEEN YOUR TEARS. SURELY, I WILL HEAL YOU." 2 KINGS 20:5} I pray our Lord and His angels be with you as you go through your surgery and recovery. May our Lord be with your surgeon and his staff, guiding their hands and minds during your surgery and recovery. {JESUS SAID, "I AM HERE. DON'T BE AFRAID." JOHN 6:20} Congratulations on your upcoming weight loss! :o) "Don't ever save anything for a special occasion. Every day you're alive is a special occasion." I will join you on the "losing side" this fall. {"I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST, WHO STRENGTHENS ME." PHILIPPIANS 4:13} Prayers & Best Wishes, Janie

britsa4 22 years, 2 months ago

Hey fellow Bay-Stater!!! I'm from Worcester & had Laparoscopic RNY on 7/1/02 w/Dr. Kelly. All is going well as I'm sure it will with you!!! Wishing you all the best as you begin your new life! You’re in my thoughts & prayers! http://www.geocities.com/britsa4/Barbs_WLS_Journey.html

jackie_h1 22 years, 2 months ago

Hello from Michigan!! Congratulations on your upcoming surgery. I wish you the BEST and my thoughts and prayers are with you as you make this life change. Hope you have a wonderful surgical experience and speedy complication free recovery! Your soon to be a BIG LOSER!! Hugs and Blessing from a WLS sister~

kasi H. 22 years, 2 months ago

best wishes and speedy recovery during this exciting time for you! my thoughts are with you.

TR R. 22 years, 2 months ago

Saw my surgeon yesterday, I got the thumbs UP! All set for Monday. When I began this journey I was the heaviest I'd ever been...297lbs. By the time I had my initial consultation with Dr. Thayer I weighed 291, on Aug 5th I weighed 287.5, and yesterday I was 285.6...the journey has begun and a new road lies ahead. I am glad to be on the road, somewhat nervous - cautious about what lies ahead. I know that emotions will be rising to the surface...Iwon't have my usual stress reliever - Food- to keep them at bay. I look forward to the release and pray for strength and wisdom to see me through the valley(s).