Skepford

So back in mid November, I made the decision to get a VSG. After 6 weeks of ups & downs with so much pre-op testing…. I am finally cleared for surgery for 1-11-16. I am so excited/anxious but most of all determined to succeed with this HUGE lifestyle change. After contemplating WLS for 15 years, I decided it was going to be the best gift I was ever going to purchase for myself. Here is the irony, there was never a set Surgery date in mind and I was confirmed today that I am actually having the VSG on my Birthday. My insurance is horrendous and it would take year at the minimum to hopefully get approved (with no guarantees), work is slow so I fast tracked it as a Self Pay Patient.
Is anybody else getting sleeved on 1/11/16 or the same week? Would love to have some sleeve buddies going through the process at a similar time.
I am actually grateful of all the Pre-op testing; however the anxiety and waiting for results was beyond nerve raking. It still has not set in that this is happening so soon!
Thanks for any tips/advice!

Ditto. I was never on Clear Liquids post op. In the hospital I was given, tea, veg broth, ProSource Nocarb and Jello (which I refuse cause I hate it, lol). I was discharged on full liquids.

I am scheduled for the gastric sleeve next Tues. Jan 12th. I am getting a little nervous. Today I went grocery shopping to get food for my pre-op diet and this was the first time that I really had to read the food labels and pay close attention to my calorie, carb and Protein intake. This is definitely going to be life changing but I believe I am ready to make the change. I'm glad I found this forum to be able to express my feelings.

Just keep picturing what you'll look like and how you'll feel once the weight comes off. I'm just barely starting out, but already find myself looking at all the different styles of clothes I'll be able to wear instead of fat lady clothes.
Surgery is scary. I've had two major surgeries since 2012. Your team will be there for you to be sure you're safe.
Shelley

Good luck! My preop diet was 1 week only. The first couple of days were difficult, but it was easier after that. I psyched myself out whenever I felt tempted to eat something off plan by telling myself that it might cause complications with the surgery - a bit dramatic but kept me on the straight and narrow.

My surgery is on Monday. Need to report to the hospital at 5:30 am. I know my sister loves me because she offered to drive me. She is not a morning person.
This liquid diet stinks and I have been sleeping a lot since I am exhausted. Lots of sf Jello, sf Popsicles and hot tea. I had some broth but it was not sitting well.
All I can think of is food and when I fed the dog this evening even the dog food smelled good. Don't worry I did not eat any.
Just grabbed a bottle of Water and cleaned my bedroom instead. Any one have any pointers for the liquid diet stage? I have been dreaming about cheeseburgers...I don't even like cheeseburgers.
Wish me luck!
Nancy

Just keep picturing what you'll look like and how you'll feel once the weight comes off. I'm just barely starting out, but already find myself looking at all the different styles of clothes I'll be able to wear instead of fat lady clothes.
Surgery is scary. I've had two major surgeries since 2012. Your team will be there for you to be sure you're safe.
Shelley

Is there anyone who has had a colon resection previously and now scheduled for sleeve..

Hello everyone I have made my mind up I've cried a few times nd I'm gonna go thru with having the surgery I will b starting my liquid diet tomorrow morning at 7:00 am I thank everyone for their support nd advice that was giving to me nd I have came up with the conclusion that I can't let some one take my joy away from me... I've tried talking myself out of having the surgery but I no this is the best thing for me nd I can't worry about my fiancee nor my daughter right now I have to get myself together nd if they don't want to get in my wagon then I will leave them both in my rear view mirror while I'm waving bye I have so many health problems that going on with me nd I'm only 34 years old I've had so many mild strokes but this is belongs to me again thank u all so much everyone has turned on a light bulb for me in some type of way but it just hurts to see nd b with someone that suppose to b my backbone nd they not trying to help but in a few months he will b going thru the same thing nd I'm turning my back on his ass just to show him I can take care of myself.....I can't stop saying thank u all so much

Just always remember that the surgery only changes or alters our insides physically. All the emotional stuff we have with self esteem and food issues remain the same unless we take the time to address them, whether it be through therapy, support groups, or self help books. The emotional toll this whole journey takes can sometimes derail or even stop progress all together if you're not careful.
Also remember, losing the weight is not the end. Being able to keep it off while living life through it's ups and downs should be the ultimate goal for success.
Good luck to all of you and keep us posted!

Hi,
I am new to the site. I have gone through most of the pre-surgery requirements. Last pre op appt is 1/5. After that Dr will submit to insurance for approval. I am excited and scared. I know I want to do this, but scared for the unknown and afraid I may fail once again. Any advice>
Your insight is greatly appreciated
Marie

I am also in healthcare and have thought the same thing. Remember the HIPAA rules and that it's nobody's business but yours. You don't even have to explain to your boss.
You are right about people will talk. I hate to tell you this, but I know from experience that they are also talking now. I had a lead person ask if I really needed scrubs that big. I think I'd rather have them talk about how great I'm looking and how healthy I'll be, and yes, that it's even time I "did something" about my weight.
My mom makes comments that she doesn't realize hurt like a knife cut. She says how fat people are disgusting, etc. I can't wait to see her reaction, for I'm not going to tell her about the surgery until after she sees me for the first time.
I have been contemplating WLS for almost 10 years. It's about time for me to do it. My recent visit to my doctor shows that I am now diabetic, after having been pre-diabetic for almost 10 years. I also have several other weight related issues. She thinks WLS is a really option and even put in a consult for me. Now I will wait for the surgeon's office to call. I am planning on going to their seminar too. I am excited and can't wait to do this!

Sounds like there is a lot of weight in your life you could drop before surgery. Obviously, make sure your daughter is fed, but beyond that, take care of YOURSELF. If he can't deal with that, you really should reevaluate your relationship. Having this surgery can put a strain on healthy relationships, so imagine how difficult it will be to maintain a rocky one. If he isn't supporting you now, he probably won't support you later, when you really need it.
All the best to you!
~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

Hi everyone, I am so ready to start eating healthy for my day. Since I am still waiting for my appointment for the information session on 1/6.. I'm curious about when they count your first weigh-in. Is it in the very first information class before my 12 week course classes? Or is it that very appointment that I have on 1/6? I'm trying to maintain my weight because I barely hit the qualifying BMI. So I can't start yet or I won't qualify anymore, but I want to so badly. I'm so motivated and ready! Thank you so much in advance for the info. ♡♡♡

Reality is REALLY setting in! I've scheduled most of my appointments.
Dr.Consultation-Jan.7th
Nutritional Consultation-Jan.7th
Psyc. Visits- Jan.26th-28th
On day 60 of 90 day Supervised dieting...
Now just waiting to see what other clearances will be needed.

Thx so much for all your responses,spoke with my surgeon and nooooo food.lol...its day 6 and the hunger is gone for the most part,i guess its just my brain still telling me im hungrywhen im not...lol...lost 12 lbs in 6 days crazy.My surgry is right around the corner nervous and excited for my rebirth all at once.....WISH ME LUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!

I had 3-4 tests to complete the kind like you would take in school gill in the circle multiple choice kind about feelings and food.
When I did see the Psych he was very pleasant and it took only 20 min or so. He asked about why I was on certain med and if I knew what the surgery consisted of and possible complications.
It was quick and painless n to the point. I was all stressed and worried for nothing.

my surgery is tomorrow also!!! I have to wait till 4pm. I have cried, complained, been a snob and overall a nasty woman today. I am alone for the evening and until time to go to hospital tomorrow. Its driving me nuts. Good luck!!

So tomorrow is the big day. Have to be at the hospital by 9 and surgery is at 11.
It's finally hitting me.
After years of trying. Years of the doctor telling me to go trough with this surgery and never having the strength to say I can't do this on my own... It's finally here.
I'm so nervous I've broken down crying so many times I've lost count.
I have a great support system but I'm scared if I can do this. Will I fail? Will I awake in the recovery room? Will I be able to make it mentally through the next few months as my body transitions and my mind wraps around the fact that I can never go back to how I was. Will I like, even love, the new me?
Sorry for the venting.. I just need to get this off my chest.
Fingers crossed everything goes okay.. Fingers crossed I can keep my mind in the right mind set.
Here goes... New year new me.

YOU.CAN.DO.THIS! Think of what you'll look like a year from now! Think of everything that you'll be able to do that you can't right now. Surgery is scary.....I've had two major surgeries since 2012....but it's a stepping stone.

I am just starting out. I am scheduled to go to the seminar on Jan. 28th. You will do fine! Just keep thinking of how much better you will feel. Surgery is definitely scary! I've had two major surgeries since 2012. Yes, you'll have some pain, yes there will be limitations at first, but you'll get past those.
I love reading all the comments. I'm like the one person on here who mentioned that once she makes up her mind to do something, there's no stopping her and after 3 months, she's headed off to surgery. I hope all of mine goes that fast!

Got the call from the Dr's office. Surgery is at 10:15am in the morning. I have to be at the hospital at 8am for prep. She said liquids only now. I have to shower with special antibacterial soap tonight and tomorrow morning and put my little nausea patch on tonight before bed. I have a feeling I won't be sleeping much. So excited guys!

GOOD FOR YOU! You are doing this for you...nobody else. I can't wait to get started. It takes me a long time to decide on important things (like this), because I want to make sure it's the right thing. Once that decision is made, I'm ready for it!
I can't wait to hear how you do.

And it felt good to make that choice,right? You have made many choices. Stick to your guns and what you want your outcome to be.

What it comes down to is it's nobody's business but your own a. What you ant to share.