New to the Board!

Meleani W.
on 2/22/09 5:09 pm - Twain Harte, CA

Hi! I am new to the CA board - was wondering if anyone had any tips for traveling after WLS -- I hope to have my surgery the beginning of March, and have to travel to So Cal the end of the month. Thanks for any suggestions you may have!

--Meleani

Meleani
RNY 03/31/09
Dr. Patrick Coates

Starting Weight 2/9/09: 334
Surgery Day Weight 3/31/09: 317

NavyWife-Mom-of-5
on 2/22/09 5:42 pm - Beautiful, CA

RNY on 01/06/09

Hello Meleani,

I had my surgery Jan 6th and had to fly to Arizona on the 31st, and I did just fine.. I think every person is different and truly depends on your pain tolerance. You should do fine, just make sure to get out ever hour or so to walk around as to help prevent blood clots. Bringing a pillow to put over you tummy before putting your seat belt on is a little more comfortable that the seat belt directly on your skin. Also you will want to make sure you have all your necessary items you will need, VITAMINS, protein and some food you are allowed to eat at that stage..

Hope this helps hun, and Congrats on your upcoming surgery..

Hugs,
Jenn

Meleani W.
on 2/23/09 2:44 am - Twain Harte, CA

RNY on 03/31/09

Thank you Jenn for your suggestions and everyone else for the welcome to the CA Board!

Jeni H.
on 2/22/09 9:11 pm

Lap Band on 10/16/08

Welcome to the Board Meleani!!!

I think Jenn gave you some wonderful tips so I will leave it at that but I just wanted to Welcome you and wish you the best!

Jeni

Do not ask the Lord to guide your footsteps if you are unwilling to move your feet. God, Please help me to move my feet!!!

Chris S.
on 2/22/09 9:41 pm - Chula Vista, CA

Lap Band on 12/03/07

Morning Meleani . . .and I just want to say welcome also! Always good to see more new faces . . .

Chris

Travelin' down the road to skinny!

Meleani W.
on 2/23/09 4:37 pm - Twain Harte, CA

RNY on 03/31/09

Thank you for the welcome Chris!

The Dutchmans Wife
on 2/23/09 12:43 am - NoR CaL

RNY on 03/02/09

Meleani
Welcome to the Cali board. Sorry I can't help you with the travel issue after your surgery. But I hope that your surgery is uneventful and you have a quick recovery.

Hugs
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