greatlyblessmom

Congrats and welcome to the other side. So glad you had a good experience, and support from the hubby!

I read this earlier today, and it has been in my head all day long. I wanted to feel sorry for myself because my surgery sites are still healing, I am still on mushies, and I go back to work tomorrow. I started down that path, and your words came into my head. So - I got up and did something, not going to the gym or walking, but just moving, doing some housework (actually broke a sweat). It felt great and sent the self-pity packing! Thanks for the kick in the pants - I needed that!!!!!

Great article. Thanks for bringing it to our attention. It helps to visualize what is happening with each bite so I can remember to slow down. Don't want to be a year down the road and find out I have damaged all the work the band is helping me do.

For me, I did have a sore throat after surgery, but also everything was swollen, so I had to take the tiniest sips of Water and wait a minute in between each sip. That was the only way I could get fluids the first day.

I am on mushies right now. I can't have any meats yet, but I can have scrambled eggs, mashed potatoes, cream soups, lowfat cottage cheese, oatmeal, bananas. I was on a 4 week preop diet, so after 5 weeks, this stuff tastes heavenly - especially the eggs!

Best wishes and prayers are with you tomorrow. I am 10 days out, and yes I will say it hurt some, but not nearly as much as I expected. I pretty much slept for the first 2 days, but I did not have to use the pain meds very often. Just be very good to yourself and don't expect too much too soon. Everyone is different. Hope you have the best possible experience.

Yes, that would be me as well. Feels like the gas is sitting in the back of my throat forever, then hurts when I finally burp.

Wow - I WISH I was that prepared!

I am in Corbin. Having mine done in Corbin on Oct. 18. Hard to believe it is only 2 weeks away

I can relate to the doctors all saying "lose some weight"... Best wishes to you on your big day!

Wishing you the very best tomorrow, and glad you have supportive people around you.

Wishing you the best on your surgery.

Wishing you the best on your surgery.

I live in Corbin, KY, and I am having surgery on Oct. 18. I will be a couple weeks behind you, but I will be glad to have someone else in this area to talk to. I see that you started a group. I have found a couple other people on this site in our area. I will invite them to the group. I hope all goes well for you!

October 18 for me. I am on day 7 of pre-op diet and getting really excited!

Terrific!

Thank you so much for your advice and encouragement. You have helped me believe that this really can work for me, and I will have much inspiration not to give up along the journey.

So happy for you! A great birthday gift, for sure.

I am a day behind you. My surgery is Oct 18. I am on day 7 of pre-op diet, and it is getting a bit easier each day. I hope you can get a chance to rest some. I have noticed my energy runs out a lot quicker than usual. Hang in there - we will make it!

Having supportive people around you makes so much of a difference. I haven't had my surgery yet, but my family, friends, and co-workers are so supportive already. Of course, these are the same people who have had to see me face more and more limitations on my life due to my weight. They want me to be happy and productive, and they are so encouraging and helpful. Congratulations on your surgery, and I hope you continue to be blessed!

My insurance approved my surgery today. Countdown to October 18 for me. Yippee!

I am scheduled for October 18. I have to start my pre-op diet on September 20.

I have been trying different ready-made protein shakes to see if I like them enough to buy them in bulk ( I have to do the 4 shakes a day for 4 weeks diet). I have never had a protein shake before, so I didn't want to get stuck with something awful. Also, I wanted to see how long before I get hungry on each one. I have noticed that the ones with higher protein seem to keep me full longer. I am not trying to mimic the pre-op diet, just replacing an occasional meal or snack. This is all "research" for me, to help me have a smoother transition when I actually do start the pre-op diet.

Sounds like you are already motivated and commited to a healthier you. It is great to hear you are getting support from your employer, too. Just do what you have to in your journey to better health. You are worth it!

You must be excited to be so close to surgery. I am about 5 weeks from mine.I live in southern Kentucky, so no go on the work out, but keep us posted on your progress. Hope everything goes well for you!