Kimmers2012

Hello Everyone! I too went in this morning,I'm feeling great as well.. No complications just that darn shoulder pain too and you're right the gas strips don't work very well so heating pad and walking for me too.. Water and Crystal Light is going down good ..

Hello Beautiful Bandsters!
I've been reading all the forums and signed up today. I feel like I already know so many of you! Today I will be meeting the nutritionist and starting my 2 week Pre-op diet. I'm actually looking forward to it even though I am certain it will be a challenge at times.
Last night I had "Before" pictures taken of myself - and I must admit....I didn't realize fully what I actually looked like until I viewed the photos. Have you ever actually taken pictures of yourself sporting very few clothes? Oh my goodness - what a reality check! Yes, yes....I cried - however, it was tears of hope....knowing that the new and improved vision I have will be presenting herself soon. Not only only on the outside....but also the beautiful soul on the inside who has been hiding in this body for far too long.
Here's to the beautiful & transformative awakenings we will all be experiencing on this journey....together.
Much love and gratitude for each of you, Visionary444

and my libido is through the roof!!! Loving this!

Thanks for all the comments and support, you guys are awesome. Not only did I complete the pre op diet but, I also list 7lbs, in the process. I am in day three post op and it is a challenge understanding the different sensations my body is experiencing but, at least I am gaining an understanding of this whole process. Good luck to everybody!

During my pre op diet sugar free jello and sugar free popsicles saved me. Give those a try. I could have as much of those as I could stand along with 2 protein shakes and one meal of 4 oz. protein 1/2 cup steamed veggies. I still have sugar free jello everyday and I'm 8 months post op.

For me, the pre op and post op liquids were the hardest part of this process by far! I was constantly irritated, anxious, hungry or crying. LOL. What you are going through is normal. You may want to stay away from people at meal time. Go for walks, look at skinny clothes online, journal. Remind yourself it's only temporary, and soon you will on the road to meeting all your goals. If you have the self control to do this, you can do anything!

My Doctor told me to mix in fresh or frozen fruit but specifically stated no bananas because they are too high in sugar