PreciousCargo

As it was told to me we could also die from our health issues related to our weight. I was also scared prior to my surgery and I still have concerns, but I would do it again. There is a lot of websites concerning these surgeries that you should explore and definitely check out the references of doctors and hospitals. You have a lot of stress already with your child's health and it is important to maintain your health also. Stay positive and dont let the negativity from your family and friends hinder your decision. For years I explored this journey and even bypassed surgery once. My boyfriend and son even asked me not to have the surgery, but I did it for me . You need to do this for you, your health matters also.

I mix mine with soy milk or yogurt, they both were allowed on my pre op diet.

Thank u all.... would like to fast forward three months... I counted and counted the days til my surgery and now it is over with new consequences... but you all made it and so will I.

My surgery is Jan 20th... I haven't seen anybody I will be sharing that surgery date with. Anyway, I am freakin out... Can everyone state their positive experiences. I see negative comments (maybe I am just focusing on them) and I am kinda scared with my surgery fast approaching. Thank you

I start my pre op diet on January 6. I have started drinking only Protein Drinks during the day and eating a meal at night, mainly vegs and tofu. I am having a headache I think from the withdraw of sugar. It is hard and I am sure to get harder. But for my health and success I do believe it is wise to lose weight and shrink your liver as much as possible. My diet for the two weeks prior to surgery is four Protein drinks, low fat, low carb... low fat yogurt... one cup of vegs and ten spoonfuls of Fiber mixed in Water. So often we use food as comfort and it is a struggle not to grab a handful of fries when I am stressed.

Soooooo... just got a call from intake.. and my surgery is scheduled for Monday, Dec. 19 at 1:30pm... I have to check in by 10:30 am.... I'm finishing up some last minute stuff at work.. Gonna come by on my way to the hospital and drop off a few gifts and then... it's on to meet my SLEEVINA (that's her name.. thought about sleevus, but it was too close to Cletus!! LOL) and plus Sleevina rhymes w/ Tina!!!
Thank you all again for you encouragement and support.. It has meant the world to me.. I don't know how much I'll be frequenting the board this weekend.. but if I don't log on after this evening... I'LL SEE YOU ON THE LOSER'S BENCH... To the rest of my December Diva Sleevers and VSG friends still waiting patiently... I HAVE A SEAT FOR YOU!!! COME ON DOWN (literally)!!!!
LOVE, HUGS AND BLESSINGS!!!
TINA