juliarea

Where did the CUTE 'body weight ticker' come from?

First couple of days weren't too bad for me, but the kitchen has started calling me at night :-(. I've been going to bed early to get out of the midnight snack attack.

My understanding is the hernia will be removed and sutured/stapled closed during the first part of the procedure. I want to know, but forgot to ask... What does the stomach do after it is disconnected? Does it just take up space? Will it continue to hurt if there are ulcers and how is that treated when there's no access to the stomach? I'm hoping that being rerouted will make the stomach pain-free.

Pre-op appt was yesterday and surgery is still scheduled for 7/22. Today is day one of 5 week liquid diet ????. 2 weeks of pre-op diet of full liquids, 1 week post-op diet of clear liquids, 2 week post-op diet of full liquids. Then it will be 3 weeks of mushy foods & full liquids before smart regular eating begins.

I'm doing that, too, and haven't heard anything. My pre-op is this morning so should find out more soon.

I'm scheduled for a bypass on July 22. This has been a 7 month journey since making the decision to have wls. I'm a 39 year old single mom of 3 and school counselor. I've only told a couple of friends, my parents, and my boss. My ex and others will just have to wonder, I guess! I'm making the decision bc I want to be the best mom I can - active, fun, and healthy. After a heart issue, rheumatoid arthritis, an orbital tumor, stomach ulcers, a huge hernia, and sleep apnea I'm ready to shed this fat suit and take control of my life and health. I'd also like to feel confident enough with my body to travel more, date, and be strong and healthy. I'm nervous about the pre-surgery diet that starts in 3 days and about the length of recovery. I don't want to spoil the last few weeks of my kid's summer vacation with feeling crappy and being stuck at home. I'm praying for a week of yuck, a week of better, then feeling ready for anything (within reason). I have really enjoyed this group/app and have been seeking information and reassurance here for months. I didn't actually 'join' until yesterday, though! Any advise about gastric bypass recovery, things to expect, and success stories will be appreciated!

I'm scheduled for a bypass on July 22. This has been a 7 month journey since making the decision to have wls. I'm a 39 year old single mom of 3 and school counselor. I've only told a couple of friends, my parents, and my boss. My ex and others will just have to wonder, I guess! I'm making the decision bc I want to be the best mom I can - active, fun, and healthy. After a heart issue, rheumatoid arthritis, an orbital tumor, stomach ulcers, a huge hernia, and sleep apnea I'm ready to shed this fat suit and take control of my life and health. I'd also like to feel confident enough with my body to travel more, date, and be strong and healthy. I'm nervous about the pre-surgery diet that starts in 3 days and about the length of recovery. I don't want to spoil the last few weeks of my kid's summer vacation with feeling crappy and being stuck at home. I'm praying for a week of yuck, a week of better, then feeling ready for anything (within reason). I have really enjoyed this group/app and have been seeking information and reassurance here for months. I didn't actually 'join' until yesterday, though! Any advise about gastric bypass recovery, things to expect, and success stories will be appreciated!

You have the perfect attitude! I'm still kind of bummed that this is my new reality, but I'm staying positive by imaging the pounds melting off!

Just got my date of July 22!

I'm scheduled for a bypass on July 22. This has been a 7 month journey since making the decision to have wls. I'm a 39 year old single mom of 3 and school counselor. I've only told a couple of friends, my parents, and my boss. My ex and others will just have to wonder, I guess! I'm making the decision bc I want to be the best mom I can - active, fun, and healthy. After a heart issue, rheumatoid arthritis, an orbital tumor, stomach ulcers, a huge hernia, and sleep apnea I'm ready to shed this fat suit and take control of my life and health. I'd also like to feel confident enough with my body to travel more, date, and be strong and healthy. I'm nervous about the pre-surgery diet that starts in 3 days and about the length of recovery. I don't want to spoil the last few weeks of my kid's summer vacation with feeling crappy and being stuck at home. I'm praying for a week of yuck, a week of better, then feeling ready for anything (within reason). I have really enjoyed this group/app and have been seeking information and reassurance here for months. I didn't actually 'join' until yesterday, though! Any advise about gastric bypass recovery, things to expect, and success stories will be appreciated!

Also have pre-op on July 7 and start liquid diet. I'm more worried about that than the actual surgery ????

I just got my date of July 22 for gastric bypass. It's been a 7 month process so I'm really excited to finally have a date for the 'first day of the rest of my life'.

July 22!

Advocate meal replacement shakes are pretty good and very filling. They come in lots of flavored and usually arrive in 2 days. 'Advocare'