cdesimone

Yes my belly is swollen too. Those 10 lbs will come right off, I gained 5. just trying to walk at least every couple of hours. First day I didn't take a nap. So hopefully I will sleep well tonight. That's probably the hardest part for me. I wake up every 2 hours to roll over. A little uncomfortable.

Friends, I hope that you all are doing well. I had my surgery on March 30th 2015. I am currently at 242 lbs!!!!! You can see the before and after pic. God is GOOD!!!!!

My advice would be to follow directions like don't eat or drink after midnight, or any directions with medicines. Make sure you are packed and just relax, everything will be great! You will love your new life and the changes in your body. Try to walk every time you can after surgery .

Thanks @@tcon! I'm scheduled for 10:45 tomorrow....yikes can't believe it's so close.

So as difficult as this journey has been looking back it was one of the best decisions I've ever made HW 330lbs SW 310lbs CW 210lbs

I slipped up a couple of times during my 2 weeks pre-op. The day before I had buffalo wings and cheese fries lol, and I was fine. Everything went perfect with my surgery. I had mine on 6/11/2015.

I am having my surgery at 7:30(CST) tomorrow. I am a little nervous. Prayers appreciated! Thanks!

My First post
Lap band surgery on July 30th
Day one shakes and liquid
Shakes are better then dirt. Ok when I was a kid I ate dirt. Lol

Had my surgery today and now in recovery! :-) a little bit of pain, butndoing well.

Hi everyone! I have my gastric bypass scheduled for July 30th. I'm on day 5 of my diet. I'm not feeling too hungry but the cravings are killing me ????. I know they are only in my head. How do I look past this stage? On the positive side, I've lost 5 lbs on this diet. ????. Any suggestions or advice to help?

I had my revision surgery on 6/30 from band to RNY. I was banded in 2005. I lost 100 lbs and kept off about 85. Then started having reflux, ulcers, and gastritis. Through an EGD the doctor found the band was partially obstructed. Before band, I was 450lbs so I was no where near goal. Finally made the decision and found the right doctor for revision.
So here I am, 8 days post op. I feel so different this time! So motivated and following all instructions to a "t". Just looking for support to stay that way. I'm determined not to hide this time. Anxiety kept me from going groups last time or even looking for support. I still felt I was not "good" enough or didn't "fit."
Having a buddy (or several!) I think will really help!!! Would love to hear from someone!

@@cdesimone good luck on your liquid diet please keep me posted I'm sure I will start mine soon after you. Just remember to take it one day at a time.

I literally emailed my coordinator every day for a week switching between the sleeve and bypass until she told me I wasn't ready and scheduled another doctors talk. I know I'm ready, I had the band and did great for 5 years until it was removed for medical reasons. I know I can deal with restriction. It's just the invasive procedure that scares me. Overall, I'm excited and hopeful all will be well.

@cdesimone. I know just how you feel. Same here!

Yes! It's approaching fast! Good luck and please keep in touch. When do you start your liquid diet?

I agree that some people have a longer journey's than others. I started in March and have my surgery at the end of this month. I wish you the best of luck!

Good evening! I am new here and have loved reading all the posts! I went to a seminar a few weeks ago. I have my first appointment with the nurse, nutritionist and egd on Tuesday of next week. My pcp suggested I look in this as my bmi is 39, have high blood pressure and have failed many diet attempts, even with pills prescribed by dr. I loose weight and then put it all back on plus. I am ready to hop off the diet roller coaster! Anxious for my appointment on Tuesday. Looking forward to getting to know you!

My surgery date is July 30th ????

Hi, I'm scheduled for gastric bypass surgery on July 27th. I'm feeling like you cdesimone. I'm excited one minute and nervous the next my emotions are all over the place LOL.

Im scheduled for aug 4th. And getting scared. How about you?

Cdesimone congrats on your weight loss your off to a great start and yes my Tummy Tuck with muscle repair was covered in full by my insurance so to me loosing over 100 pounds.

Cdesimone - I had my gastric bypass July 30, 2014. The best of luck on your new journey.

I am also scheduled for surgery on July 30....good luck to us! I can empathize with the feelings you have expressed!

Hi everyone! I'm new to this. I'm 34 years old. My surgery date is July 30th. I'm feeling a little scared about it. I'm actually going through this with a close family member (she will have her surgery a few months after mine), but I still feel I need additional support. I've only told my husband and my best friend. They are also very supportive (but they don't know much about it). Any support from others who have a surgery close to July 30th?

Today was the first day of a more solid food - cottage cheese, mashed potatoes, Greek yogurt, cream of wheat and applesauce. It was fantastic to feel something in my mouth at Breakfast other than a liquid. I've lost 14 lbs to date and I'm 10 days post op