Pam,

Any procedure is nerve racking when you don't know what to expect. My husband did bolus syringe and gravity feedings. Both worked. The syringe feedings at times were difficult b/c it caused him to be a bit nauseated. The gravity feeding was much slower and he tolerated it better. In the middle of treatment he would use the gravity feeding in bed or while he watched T.V. For my husband, the PEG really helped. We used it to hydrate at night while he slept when he was having a hard time getting fluids down orally. I would get the syringe and also have the gravity bags available to use. You'll know by trying it out which method of feeding is best for you. We didn't use the pump although they provided us with it.

Best wishes for the holidays and we wish the best for you.

Vanessa