Eat That Frog

Good luck! I seriously doubt that you gained 4 pounds from eating those few things. It could be water retention from the salty soup.

Good luck!

I am the same size as you, my doctor requires a hybrid diet. Daily, I can have 2 Protein shakes, 2 servings skim milk, 1 serving of fruit, 1 Protein Bar and a light dinner (no carbs). It has been tough, but I know that every pound I lose before surgery is one less I have to lose after surgery. I am glad he requires this, otherwise I know I would have "pigged out" and gained weight prior to surgery. When is your surgery?

Good luck and keep us posted!

I was told I could be sent home if I "cheated" and have read that on here, but I think it is just a scare tactic. Some people don't even have a special pre-op diet. Just do your best, when is your surgery?

Love these too, they are a true treat for me.

WOW - That sounds like something that I would do. Hope you are feeling better and are able to enjoy a glass of wine again somewhere down the road.

What is a bougie?

I like the second picture best. Does everyone's hair fall out? This is something they neglected to mention to me...

Most people that are overweight do experience various forms of discrimination, so it probably not your imagination. Your depression is normal because you are anxious to get the process started and the wait can be excruciating. I have a week until surgery and it seems like an eternity. Hang in there, it will all be worth it. You are worth it!

Don't beat yourself up, some doctors don't even require a pre-op special diet. My pre-op diet allows for one low-carb meal per day. Tonight I had a burger without the bun and grilled veggies.

My surgery is September 10, and I have a previously scheduled weekend trip October 5, 25 days after surgery. That will be 3 days into eating non-pureed food. Is that too soon? Am I pushing it? I will have a hotel suite with a mini-kitchen and can take some food with me, but I will be eating out part of the time.

I have only told a couple of people. A common theme I am reading on here is that people don't want to tell their parents. I haven't told my Mother because I know she will be negative and I don't want to strain our relationship. She will probably be upset when she finds out, but I have to do what is best for me and quuit worrying about everyone else. Good luck!

You look great! Keep up the good work, you are an inspiration.

Good luck to all! I am 2 weeks behind you and am looking forward to hearing about your experience...good and bad. I think the more information that you have the better you will handle whatever comes your way.

I am scheduled for surgery 9/10/12. I have many reasons for needing to do this, but the main reason is because I have osteo-arthritis in my knees. I have always been active despite my weight, but now that every step I take hurts and I am having to limit my activities I have a different outlook on surgery, Anyone else with the same date? Anyone else with knee problems? I am happy to have found this forum.