lakegirlmn

Didn't think I'd miss it but on the weekends I like my 1-2 cups of coffee. I'm only post op day 4 but will I ever be able to return to having this treat? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had RNY on Monday and was discharged late in the afternoon on Tuesday Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks for the follow up. I'm only day 4 postop I'm glad to hear there does come a time where you do feel normal again. It gives me hope Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Looking for suggestions on what to bring with me to be hospital. Let me know your thoughts. Thank you! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Awesome suggestions! I'm going to plan to pack light! Last night of "real" food. Surgery is Monday morning. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm scheduled for RNY June 20th. The nursing Union will be voting on June 6th to decide if they will accept the contract offer (very unlikely) or vote to strike. Should they choose to strike, the earliest they could walk off the job is June 16th. This most certainly would affect my surgery date. I talked with my surgeon who stated that his understanding is that if there is a strike - it could delay my surgery up to another 5 weeks. I have another option to move up my surgery date to June 13th if there is OR time available. I know it sounds great, but I'm having my daughter's high school graduation party on 6-12. I will have so much to do for this along with clean up that I don't know that I or my family can be ready to do this. I also don't want to put off surgery for another 5-6 weeks either so I am torn as to what to do. If anyone has some advice, please let me know. Thank you. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I think I made the right choice. The union has issued their strike notice effective June 19th through June 26th. . I am happy that I made the decision to move up my surgery from June 20th to June 13th Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Unity hospital. You? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thought I'd give an update. The nursing Union did vote to strike. I have moved my surgery to Monday,June 13th at 11:00 am. My husband and family will help with the clean up and return any rented items so I can move forward and not worry about the nurses strike affecting my date. Nervous but excited! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

If I have to wait- it's not the end of the world but I would like it sooner than later. I'll know by Tuesday if there will indeed be a strike. Let's hope they settle Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yes, If I were to have surgery 6-13 that would mean I would not be able to have any of the food for the graduation party as it is Clear liquids the day prior to surgery. I'm leaning towards letting it be whatever it will be. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have only told my mother and my husband about my surgery. I come to find out that my husband has been sharing this news with many of our close friends and family without my knowledge. I am hurt and feel betrayed. My spouse stayed he did not know this was a "secret". I wanted to disclose this to people when I was ready. I am not prepared for the scrutiny of my decision for those who don't support it. Has anyone else ran into this issue? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am opting for the RNY. I do not trust the temptation and want to be sure that I am selecting a procedure best suited for my success. It is a difficult decision no matter what you decide. Good luck to you! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am 5' 2" 199# with a BMI of 36. I have been approved for surgery. I am torn between having VSG and gastric bypass. I understand that surgery is a tool but I am so worried that the VSG will not be restrictive enough and feel the potential for regain is higher Than with the bypass. I have such craving for sweets that I feel I need a physical deterrent to keep me on the path of a healthy lifestyle. Any suggestions? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Minnesota surgery date June 20 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

That's exactly what my husband said! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm scheduled June 20th Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Was your procedure done laparoscopically or open? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have a BMI of 36 and considering the RNY for th same reasons you listed! I am scheduled for surgery June 20th and I'm so nervous but know I need the most restrictive option due to my love of sweets! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations. You look fabulous! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

June 20th Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I love my sweets so I really feel like I would need a physical deterrent to keep myself and habits in check Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Did you have surgery? If so which one and how are you doing? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you- I have sleep apnea and mild GERD. No official diabetes. I have a friend who had VSG 3 years ago and has put back on 20# because she slipped back into old habits. The VSG is new so there isn't a lot of data to indicate long term success. I know that even with the malabsorption risks with bypass the data indicates long term success Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App