Brighteyes

I just finished up all my pre-op visits and registration with the hospital. Paid for my surgery. Have arrangements made for my dogs and horses. House is clean and I finished my to-do list of things I wanted to handle prior to surgery. Now I just have to show up on Monday to get my sleeve! My emotions are ranging from excited to scared. The surgery itself doesn't scare me. It's the unknown of what my life will be like afterwards that is nervewracking. But more than anything I am just excited. Thanks to everyone who has added their insight and encouragement over my past post.

Just thought I would share - was speaking to BCBS's insurance person about my upcoming surgery and a couple other non related things. He seemed really knowledgable and was researching things before giving me answers. So I asked him if having plastic surgery was an option if a doc said it was medically necessary. I have read through my benefits book from them and it clearly states plastics isn't covered. But the insurance guy told me he has seen it approved several times as long as it's deemed medically necessary by a doctor, particularly in cases of extreme weight loss. This gave me a little hope that i might not have to pay for this out of pocket.

I started to see a therapist months before I even thought about surgery. It was the best decision I ever made. I am being sleeved in less than a week. But the hard work I did with the therapist has prepared me mentally. I have been able to implement all the NUT recommendations prior to surgery. Even though I am not in your situation seeing a therapist might be beneficial. I wish you all the best

Omg...this made laugh. I had dreams of chewing food last night. I am not hungry, just wanting something to munch on. Was at the grocery store the other day helping my Mom and walked by hotdogs and instantly wanted one. I hate hotdogs, haven't had one in years. But there I was, staring at the hotdogs drooling. Smh.

Crossfit is totally addictive but very intense. Fortunately my trainer adjust everything for my fitness level. So it can be modified. Two weeks in I found I had a tremendous amount of energy and I was hooked.

You are on the right track. I would recommend getting things back to basics with your diet. Protein first, log what you eat, and get involved with a support group. Hopefully getting things back to basics will help jump start you. Best of luck.

I am more concerned about my tattoos if I have plastic surgery. I have a feeling one in particular will get cut. :-(

Question...how soon after post op did you start working out? What was the intensity/type of exercise? And how quickly were able to increase the workouts? I know everyone is different. I have been doing crossfit for the past seven weeks and am hooked. I have surgery next Monday. Just trying to get an idea of how quickly I can get back into it once surgery is over. I plan to talk to my doc Wednesday to get his advice too. Just wanted to hear from some people who have been there, done that.

Love anything pumkin! Saving this for postop

This spring this fat girl planted about 300 sq ft of veggie gardens. While most of it fed the neighborhood deer, I was able to harvest a lot of bell and hot peppers. Since it's time to breakdown the beds for winter I harvested the last of the peppers; 8 pounds worth. I spent the day roasting and canning them. I can't wait to use them in different recipes post op. I also already have a full bed of kale growing, with garlic and onions planted. Can't wait to use these things for a healthier lifestyle, not to mention having the added benefit of being active in my gardens. Thanks of letting me share.

Great job! You look great!

Welcome to the forum! Best of luck to you.

As you can see, many people have been just fine having cheated on their pre-op diets. I am in the middle of mine right now. However, it's still major surgery and the doctor gave you the pre-op diet for a reason. Just disclose to your doc what you did to ensure he is prepared for anything that might be there when he opens you up.

Thanks. I think I finally figured it out. I have had muscle milk lite this am and am sipping on a whey protein shake now. No gagging and seems to be going down okay. I think 34 grams of protein in the am was just to much for my body to metabolize since I am not use to eating protein.

I guess it helps when you read the last sentence of the original post....darn being nauseous all day and not thinking clearly

A friend of mine who does cross fit and the whole paleo thing mentioned I needed a Vitamix for the reason I stated above. I will try with my blender and see how it goes.

I have a bit of a full house. My cat, Kermit who is 15 years old. My two rescued dogs who think they own the house, but they kind of do. My pony who is pushing 30 but still is wonderful with kids. And finally my big guy, Moe, who is a high maintained diva of a horse. Lol

Be brave, tell him what a true SOB he is. Maybe it will help him see things from another perspective.

Uumm....I am 4'10" and being sleeved in less than two weeks. Surgeon never mentioned my height as an issue. Time for a new surgeon.

I will certainly do that post op. Unfortunately preop I am not allowed to. :-(

I heard you had to have a particular high end blender to break down kale properly for a shake. Is this the case, or are you using a regular blender?

I have done the one in KY. Lots of fun and really pretty when the leaves start to change.