Stephyfly

I have had contact with Dr. Barker since 2006 when I started my weight loss journey. (Had surgery in 2011... Long story LoL) I would recommend BBC (Barker Bariatric Center) to any one! Don't be afraid to ask them questions!!!!!!!!!!!!

I had my surgery on the 11th. I feel pretty good. I was actually surprised at how minimal over all the pain really was. Don't get me wrong the first 2 days are not one you write home to mom about! It was all gas pains....But over all it has not been excruciating! I did not have any nausea, my incision pain is very minimal. Itching. My battle is craving food in the last 3 days. I advance to full liquids tomorrow for a week and then purée for 4 weeks. It amazes me the difference in diet for each Dr. Over all I'm very happy and ready for the next chapter in our lives!!! I haven't weighed yet I got to post-op appt in morning!

You look Amazing!!!

Surgery went well yesterday, Recovery is ok. It's such a learning curve! Most important lesson learned is do not go a long time without pain meds. OMG. That was horrible. My other advise is walk sip walk sip and keep on. I'm heade home in a few min. Letting Dallas traffic simmer down. Good luck and best wishes everyone. We are Blessed beyond measure!!!

I'm on the losers bench now! Had surgery this morning. The Gas pain is prettybad. But I have been walking the halls and it does help! Thanks forthw prayers and best wishes! I'm an official loser. Sounds awesome!!!!

Thank you all so much!!! I just informed my mom about my surgery she was very upset! I really didn't want to go into this all stressed out , but it didnt tuen out like i wanted! so all the prayers I can get are greatly appreciated! Love to All

Nervous right with you! Best wishes!

Good luck to everyone! On my way to Forest Park! Prayers for us All! Thank you to everyone for all the support and encouragement!

I will have my surgery tomorrow at Forest Park!! Good luck and many prayers!

I know every Dr. Is different, my Dr and Nut stated it was ok to use a straw. Especially when those wonderful protein drinks do not smell as well as they should postop. It's easier to get the protein in with a lid and straw.

Two days away from surgery! Excited but ohhhhhhh sooooo nervous!!!! Prayers for everyone. <3 <3 <3

Praying everything goes smooth. No pain. No nausea.!!!! I'll be right behind you on Wednesday

Thank you all so much for every encouraging word!!! It is so comforting to know we have such a wonderful support group. Thank you!

Oh my ,I feel the same way Phillygirl. I know this is what I want, but I have so many worries. Why do we do this to ourselves? Is it because we always put everyone first and we don't know how to handle the fact that we are actually doing something (elective so to speak) for ourselves??? I honestly think that is some of my guilt. I feel I'm taking part of my boys summer away and my husband is using his vacation time on me, not as a family! Then there's this fear of leaving my kids behind if something went wrong. My youngest (8) has Severe separation anxiety since our grandmother died. (we were very close, He thought/thinks I'm going to die with her) I also know 2 ppl first hand who have life debilitating complications from gastric bypass, and a person who passed away from lapband. I can't help but have that linger in my head at all times. I also know A lot of people that have had successful sleeve and bypass. it's a mind game! I can say for myself, I have believe in my head/heart this is the best thing for myself and Give it to God!

Praying for everyone, those on the loser bench and the ones waiting!!! Keep posting!!!

You look amazing!!! Great job!

My surgery is July 11th, I start my preop on July 5th. I've already started to replace a meal a day with protein shake.

Wow. Lots of July 11th. Prayers for everyone!

Thanks Mz Need da Sleeve..I will try them. I tried the Target Brand of vanilla... lets say I am NOT a fan! And the NOW sports Soy Isolate unflavored... Its def not flavored but the smell and the texture is on my list of will not try that again,,, Everyones different. I have found the ready to drink are easier to get down,,,

I have been moved to July 11th!! From the 18th Excited but super nervous!!! I have tried a bunch of protein shakes. Oh my. Some are good and some are NASTY! My kids are enjoying the faces from the taste testing!!! blessed beyond measure!!!

I have a new Date. July 11th. The Dr office asked if i could do it a week earlier,,,,,,I'm excited yet scared!!! I pray I will be healthier,I have 2 kids at home 8 & 15, 1 daughter (22) married with 2 granddaughters and my beloved little spunky 85 year old grandfather I take care of. (he doesn't know about wls surgery) I will tell him I need to fix my stomach to help my acid reflux. I have found a lot of support and wonderful ppl on this site. Thank you all and I pray for each one of us a safe and healthy journey! Steph.

My date is 95% changing from the 18th to the 11th!!!! I'm so nervous. I couldnt even talk straight on the Phn with my dr. Office. I go in the morning to find out the final details!!!!!!!!! This is really happening. This is my 3rd time to go through the pre-op stuff, and this time I WILL NOT let my nerves or my family talk me outta this.(I haven't told my family :-)) Super excited. yet scared to death. I usually don't do things for myself.