JodiAnn210

Hey y'all' date=' I was the same on the pre-op diet! I was STARVING to death! Told my hubs I was thinking about backing out of surgery just so I could go eat! I went on the 17th, did the surgery, and woke up with a completely different attitude about food! I wasn't hungry anymore and food didn't have the hold on me that it used to! I would lay in the hospital watching pizza commercials and be like whatever ... they didn't bother me at all! Just hang in there you guys! The hunger will be gone!!! I'm only 3 days out and surgery wasn't nearly as bad as I expected![/quote']

I had surgery the same day. My heartburn was so bad I had to stay another day. I know what u mean about them commercials ..there's one on right now lol. My tummy does growl..I do feel physical hunger but its going to be trial and error till I figure out what's its like to feel full and what's content.

Yes its called protonix..their lines were down ..every extention was invalid and it would say "exiting system goodbye" I had my brother deliver a note for me..2 women called me promising me the Dr will come after business hours.

I'm in the hospital day 3 after surgery. I'm being given broth and crystal light ..the cramps are like contractions except in my esphoagus. Its really painful. The nurses are giving me platonics to treat my pain but its not working. My Dr cant be reached when I call his office. Every extention is invalid. Has this happened to you? Should I do my shakes instead? I'm afraid to be discharged and suffer at home.

It was gross. I couldn't finish!

I know that's not what its called but man Ive been waiting since 8am. I just had it done grosssss! I almost got sick. The radiologist wanted me to finish the cup. I had to decline! But good news..no visible leaks

My date is Sept 30th 3 days into preop diet it's hard when you have to cook for others.

I hear ya I had to make the hubby and daughter a meal..baby food for baby and then food for myself. Sometimes I would just do the shake thing to avoid smelling my delicious cooking

I don't feel the punched feeling. Its wild how we all feel different. I wonder what's a better feeling punched vs gas? Maybe neither lol

I took the heating pad and placed it over my left shoulder letting it lay on the middle of my chest. It has helped me so much with the pain. I also have a clicker that I can press when I feel pain!! Today is day 2 I'm so thirsty! Feels like ive been stranded on a desert. I couldn't use the mouth swabs because it always made me vomit. I hurled with my stomach and I had pain. This surgery really isn't that bad. My csections were worse. Its just the need to burp is what's kicking my butt

Mines is September 20th and I am getting nervous.

My birthday! Awesome! Mines is today at 1pm..ahhh lol

I just got butterflies in my stomach for y'all. I'm excited for you and look forward to hearing how it goes.

I have butterflies and last night I couldn't sleep. I sent my daughter to school and she wished me luck!! Ive been nervous since.

I have my bag packed:

Toiletries

Gas x strips

Measuring cup

Digital timer

Heating pad

Crystal light bottles

Kindle fire and charger

Camera

Air freshener

Slippers

Femenine wipes

hair brush and headband

Pillow

Awesome! Mines is in the afternoon....good luck guys!!!!hugs may God protect us!!

Don't worry' date=' the doctor will let those butterfly's out in no time. <grin> Seriously, you will do awesome. Good luck on you new journey.[/quote']

Lol that's a good way of putting it..

Hey everyone! My surgery is tomorrow at 1pm. So nervous!!! I almost have my bag ready to go. My truck is filled with gas and my mom will help me with my kiddos..I cant believe the day is finally here! Good luck everyone..I will be updating as I go..feel free to message me. Xoxo

Look how few people die from complications due to bariatric surgery' date=' and look how many die from complications due to being overweight.[/quote']

Now that's powerful and true!!!! if ur life is worth living..take a risk but do it for the better

Yes I really don't think anyone is opposed to looking better... But was that the driving force to undergo a potentially deadly surgery?

In a word... No

Perhaps you are young? If so' date=' I get the "I just want to look hot" thing. There is however going to be a lot of blood sweat and tears to get you to the point of "rocking your tank top".

This is a radical surgery that has consequences.

And for a lot of us, it was last resort after every other avenue had been exhausted. A LOT of mental work needs to go I to this. This surgery will permanently alter your body and you will have to live with those changes for the rest of your life.

Some of which are taking supplements forever not drinking like you used to, losing hair and for some, various other complications. To many to mention here..

The one thing this surgery is not? A cure!

As many people that lose all their weight, you will have those that lose only part of it. And even more that lose it then REGAIN! It's a life long change/battle to lose and keep it off.

One that can be won yes..

So I guess my point is, that focussing on just being able to rock an outfit may be a bit short sighted in regards to what you are about to go through. And perfection? Life is imperfect.

the "perfection" I'm looking for? To be comfortable in my imperfect self. To love this 47 year old body.

This body has lived... It has been bigger and smaller through the years, gave birth to 2 children and it has the battle scars (and lumps and bumps) to tell the stories.

I will try not to hold myself to a standard of "perfection" that you see on tv or a magazine...

As I quoted before..

“If you look for perfection, you'll never be content.” ― Leo Tolstoy

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Again well said!!! Thanks!

September 2013 Sleeve Buddies. It's a private group. If ure interested let me kno. I'll email u an invite.

My email is mizz.Reyes@live.com I have a page also its called bariatric friendz & supporters thanksss

Thanks so much. Good luck on your surgery! Hope you have a speedy recovery!

Thank you so much!! It may seem like forever but the months will fly by!!! Hang in there!

If you go to Atkins.com you can sign up for their app and receive free samples of their bars..they send you a welcome pack that has a calorie guide and an easy diet plan to follow.

I was put on a low carb diet..it was mostly based on Atkins. My nutritionist started me off at 40g of carbs a day...and then after 3 months she switched me to 20g of carbs. The diet was easy to follow..I was able to eat what I liked minus the bread and tortillas. I wasn't allowed to eat fruit or cereal..but it didn't really phase me..I was able to train my mind and lose a lot of weight. My starting weight was 305 I'm down to 231... best of luck to you!!! My surgery is this coming Tuesday!!!

Hey guys we have a Sept FB group if anyone would like to join

What's the name of it?

JodiAnn' date=' more years to live is the best gift ever :-) You'll be in my thoughts and we def have to keep in touch. Support is KEY! I go to the support groups every Thursday here in Albany, New York and find them to be great support.[/quote']

That's great!!! We have support groups once a month..ive been going as the only preop ..everyone else had the lapband. I learned a lot from them....(to never get it) lol. Thanks a lot! I'm so excited....4 days away ahhhh lol

Thank you so much. This year I'm rewarding myself with more years to live!!! A new beginning!! Best of luck to you too..lets keep in touch. The more support the better!!!

September 17th!!! Ahhhh. Starting to get nervous yet extremely excited!

Me too...it'll be here anyday!!! Are you nervous?

My date is September 17th. I have to get bloodwork done and do the last of the preop on the 16th. Getting the phone call was great! Right in time for my bday!