kim.cooper

My surgeon completely bypasses the pre-op diet...can't deny I was happy to hear this! But I'll most likely go to Clear liquids at least a few days before my procedure voluntarily...at the very least, my tummy will be completely empty on The Day!

I've bought a journal to keep track of the NSVs (and other things)...that way on my tough days, I have an instant pick-me-up to help me through

I totally get that! But I think you've proven to yourself that you're in the driver's seat...no self-doubting now chica!

I haven't been sleeved yet, but I can speak to losing weight after pregnancy when you are already obese. My youngest daughter came as a surprise, and I already weighed 200 lbs at conception. I was terrified that I would gain the large amounts of weight had gained with my first two pregnancies 8 and 11 years earlier. Not only was I concerned from a vanity point of view, but more so for the well being of the baby, my own health and ease of delivery. So I was determined to keep the weight gain in check, but in a healthy way. And I managed to keep it to less than 20 lbs by eating healthfully (no empty calories!) and getting cardio in everyday. It worked! Weight gain was minimal and quite easy to lose afterward. And while I was still overweight, at least it wasn't made worse by the pregnancy. Have faith that you can do this...you are strong and in control. I mean really, look at what you've accomplished so far! Good luck and keep us posted!

My procedure will be done here in Ft Worth...tentative date is Aug 15, pending insurance approval. Wish it could be done in metro Detroit...most of my family is there.

Yay!! Sending prayers and well wishes!

Sending well wishes for a smooth procedure and quick recovery!

Me too!

I'm tentatively scheduled for Aug 15, pending final approval from insurance...excited and nervous now that it's so close!

I'm in Ft Worth and my surgeon is Michael Green...tentative date is Aug 15 at Plaza Medical Center

Sending up some positive vibes for a smooth procedure and quick recovery!

Woohoooo! Another Michigan buddy! I'm from metro Detroit, but living in Ft Worth...flying home tomorrow to see my daughters and grandson. And the town we border is also called Saginaw! lol

Way to go! You look incredible!

Good thing I don't like waffles much...but if it were bacon, oh that would be a test!

Loving this thread! I think the NSVs might even be more rewarding than the scales because they are tangible. Had my first experience of not being able to put the armrest all the way down on a recent flight because of these bloody hips...SO demoralizing! So I am eagerly awaiting that particular NSV (and many others!), as so many have described. Great job y'all! Happy dance for the NSVs!!

Not sleeved yet...hope to get my surgery date tomorrow. But suddenly I'm feeling much better about the hysterectomy I had last November!