melissa130

That is one of my first questions for the doc when I see him next week. I would love to have a glass but I am afraid.

You should ask your doctor for anti nausea medication. It will help u greatly. And stay positive dear. you are ok. And nothing tastes as good as being thin and fit and strong.

I sure did! That is what I called it too. I felt like I wanted the whole house clutter free and organized for my new start in life.

I think so many people forget that when a person has 200 or more pounds to lose - the first 100 will fly off in about 6 months. And for people that have 100 to lose-- the first 50 will come off pretty fast. I started off at 284. Surgery day weight I was 264. That 20 pounds came off quick due to liquid pre-op diet.. Today is a few days shy of three weeks post-op and I weigh 240.5. And i am really aggressive about moving. 10 days after surgery I walked 1 mile. And was very proud of that. Today I went for 3 miles. Slowly - but I did it.

You need to completely trust in yourself. It does not matter what anybody else says or thinks when it comes to this decision you made for yourself.. do not allow other people's negativity to even have some space in your head. You need to start telling yourself - today and every day here after- that you are ready for this and you will succeed. I am only 1 week post-op and I constantly close my eyes and see myself 12 months from now. Also- even if you had a thousand close friends to talk to - nobody understands like other sleeve patients. Get to the support groups and even maybe a psychiatrist/psychologist to help you through. A great book I have on hand - "The Emotional First Aid Kit- A Practical Guide to life after Bariatric Surgery. Good luck. And start to get to know yourself.

It is an absolute fact. Protein gives your body's metabolism the chance to burn fat--most healthy people have enough protein in their diets.

You need to really let that office know loud and clear how disappointed you are. I had lots of your exact problems. One day - at the office - I let them know. I couldn't take the delays and the poor communication anymore. I let the girls behind the desk know the following : " Listen to me - I am scared. This is a life changing event for me and I need people that are knowledgeable and compassionate. I need help from you people - not to be pushed aside. If you don't have time for me and can't take time to make sure all the things I need for this surgery are ready and correct- then I wish you would have told me that day one. I would not have wasted your time." My legs were shaking. I had never stood up for myself. At home I fired off an email to the office manager and my surgeon. What a difference it made for the rest of my journey. I just had surgery on 01-14-13. And originally, my insurance company denied my request. I appealed - and I won that appeal. If you believe you are on the right path - nothing will stop you. Good luck. Stand up for yourself.

My surgery was on 01-14-13. I am recovering and anxious to get past this painful part. I think exercising is the best thing you can do before surgery- because it helps to regulate all your systems. Good luck to you with your decision.

Had my surgery on 01-14-13. Today is Friday the 18th. I haven't been feeling too well! I follow the bariatric guidelines to the letter. I am very excited to get the next 3 weeks past me while I recover. I certainly would appreciate communicating with somebody through this journey.