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Mine is the 28th also and my nerves have taken over. Best of luck

I've got two more days till I'm sleeved and I'm nervous, scared, and excited all at the same time. I can't wait for this to be over. The unknown is the scary part. I keep playing the "what if" game. But on the bright side, I'm feeling better than I have in years. I've lost 18 pounds and haven't been this weight in 17 years. Can't wait to continue the journey with a smaller stomach. At this point, I don't even mind the pre-ope diet. It really does get better every day. Yesterday I actually forgot to have my lunch shake and didn't remember it until I went to log dinner in MyFitnessPal.
Well, thanks for listening. I think I just needed to vent to some people who would understand.
Blessings and good health!

I had surgery on 10/22. Thought I would share a few things I learned to help others before surgery.
-stick to your pre-op diet. Don't cheat. I had two weeks of only liquids, stuck to it and my liver was still big. Luckily doc could still do it.
-if they offer a binder to wear after surgery, take it. If not, ask for one. I could not believe the difference it made. I wear mine even when sleeping. Makes turning over much easier.
- gas-x strips will be your best friend. Pack them to take with you to hospital.
-walk, walk, walk, walk. As soon as you can. Bug your nurses if you need help getting up.
-ask your doc if you can take crushed pills (any of your regular pills) in applesauce. My doc suggested Greek yogurt and I couldn't do it. Was way too bitter. Applesauce made a world of difference.
-if you are a side sleeper, I found putting a pillow under my belly while sleeping helps a lot.
-to stay hydrated, I take 3 sips every commercial while watching TV. I sure don't want to end up back in the hospital for dehydration.
-it may be tough to get your Protein. I have no appetite. I freeze my shakes and eat them like ice. Helps some.
I know I'm just a few days out, but these are some important things I've learned. Hope it helps someone else. So excited for my new journey!

The pre-op liquid (or for some folks strict reduced volume) diet is a rite of passage to a new lease on life. You may not like it, but it won't kill you and you will live to tell about it. I added all kinds of non-caloric stuff to my Protein shakes. To the vanilla shakes, I added more vanilla and some sweetener packets. To the chocolate shakes, I added sweetener and sugar-free cocoa packets. I got a few strawberry shakes and added extra sweetener and a little vanilla to them.....not great, but not so bad - just tolerable. Just think.....in a few weeks post-op, you will be ready to encourage others who follow behind you.
Bariatric surgery is definitely a "pay it forward" situation. Having bariatric surgery does not mean that you will never enjoy a meal again, but it does bring a new outlook on how you can enjoy real food in moderate quantities that nourish your earthly human container. You can expect to come through this - diet and all - just fine. I wish you good luck and good health.

My surgery is on the 28th. Good luck to you I am st the point of getting VERY nervous

This is awesome!!! How's your pre op diet going? Feel free to PM me!

Wow!! You have done a wonderful job and hard work has def paid off for you! You look AMAZING!! Any tips you can share with us about your success?!?!