andrealeigh2116

We pretty much explained the "kid friendly" version of what was going to happen to our kids (3,4 and 9). They were going to be spending 2 nights with my mom and we generally discuss everything anyways! I told them the dr was going to put a band around my stomach to help me lose weight to help me eat healthier so that I could lose weight. We stressed with our 9 year old girl that it was a health improvement and not a vanity issue, as she is already getting worried about her appearance.They were all super in helping me recover! Helped pick up their toys, got me anything I needed, climbed into their carseats without complaining since I couldn't lift them. I've been pretty open with everyone about my surgery, blogged about it, etc. So I wasn't worried about them "spilling the beans."

My surgeon only requires you to do it if you have a higher BMI (mid 40's and above).

My dr. said he typically only has patients with a certain BMI do a pre-op diet. My surgery is next Friday, 8/24, and I am on a 900 calorie diet. 2 shakes, veggies, Lean Cuisine type meal for dinner. My mom is having the surgery a month after me and is not required to do the diet, but she's doing it just to help lose weight pre-surgery. It certainly doesn't hurt!