Gordita81

2 more days of this liquid diet, 1 day of Clear Liquids then I go in! I'm not a scared as I thought I would be. My husband has finally told me how he feels. He doesn't want me to do this. He insists I can lose the weight with diet and exercise. Yet, he says he supports me. Well, despite how he feels, I am foing this. This is for me and my health. Why do people wait until the last minute to voice their opinions and try to make you feel horrible?

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Day 2 of the liquid diet down. I am struggling but I am making it. I didn't realize how much energy food actually gives you. Day 1 wasn't so bad, but by 6:30 pm today, I was ready to sleep. I stayed awake but I feel drained. Is this normal?
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Hello all! I want to share for those of you on the fence, waiting for your approvals and those that are just plain scared. Don't psyche yourselves up so much that you're worked up into a frenzy of anxiety. It's a waste of time.
Also, don't be like me who three years ago while I was on here I kept reading this one girls total horror story and she was relentless with her writings and postings to the point that I stopped my surgery and regret that till this day. Glad that that girl was deleted and so were all her postings. Some may have complications but it's a very small minuscule amount. But three years later I was sick Diabetic on insulin w fibromyalgia and sleep apnea, anxiety and depression. So, I shouldn't have waited so long out of fear. Nonsense is what that was.
Don't let anyone steer you away from a life saving and life changing surgery. Day one and two after surgery was a breeze for me and I felt very zero pain and was able to walk and get up same day of surgery. I was drinking with no problem. And making my rounds on the unit floor. All to prevent any blood clots or embolism. Walking worked. I even had zero gas pain and zero shoulder pain. My surgeon is amazing and possibly a magician. He even tested the pouch for leaks while I was under so I didn't need the barium or MRI which I am afraid of cause of claustrophobia. He checked and no leaks thank God.
When you get home and anesthesia and pain meds wear off you will feel some discomfort and the pain of OMG what did I do to my poor body? That feeling lasts two days or so. You keep taking your pain meds and follow the rules from your surgery center and days do get much better. One mistake I made was not take my pain Med at night because I felt good and the pain usually sets in mid sleep and wakes you. So do take your pain meds as directed until you're a week out.
Any and all other obstacles you may encounter will get addressed here and by your team. You're never ever alone. Reach out when you feel the need to. Plenty on here are wisdom filled and are veterans.
Do enjoy the journey, the ups, the downs, the scars and all the good too. It's all developing into a new healthier and clear minded you, a beautiful you. A you that has been in the making and the one that needs extra care and extra love. Be kind to yourselves and don't let that negative thinking that got us into emotionally stress eating come back. Arm yourself with the new tools and techniques you learn to live with your new pouch. Take care of it and it will take care of you. Don't have an all or nothing thinking this isn't about that. You kinda gotta roll with the punches and you'll come out like a champ.
Sure I may be crying tomorrow from God knows what but today I'm not and I'm happy, you will be too! Good luck and cheers to the new you!
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I'm having RNY on the 26th. I started my preop diet on the 13th. It was difficult at first. I now understand head hunger. Now, 5 days in, I really don't get it anymore. Good luck to you all that are just starting it! See y'all on the Loser's Bench!
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After the delays I have dealt with I can't believe Preop is almost here! I will then have a date!!! I can't wait!!! Still keeping fingers crossed that he still has room on his September schedule!
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I'm on day 4 of my 2 week liquid diet. It is getting easier. Only time I really struggle is when my family eats while I am home. I just go in another room. I work at Dunkin Donuts. I just keep busy and keep at bottle of Water with me and sip sip sip. Keeps me from picking at the Donuts. We got this!
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I'm on day 4 of my 2 week liquid diet. It is getting easier. Only time I really struggle is when my family eats while I am home. I just go in another room. I work at Dunkin Donuts. I just keep busy and keep at bottle of Water with me and sip sip sip. Keeps me from picking at the Donuts. We got this!
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Hey everyone I am day 1 post op. In a lot of pain but was expected anyway. I am doing well up and about and being discharged today. Learning how to eat and drink differently from the dieticians meeting. Had Soup today only few mouthfuls and was full. Cannot wait to see how different I look in a few months.
Thank you to everyone who has supported me and others really appreciate it.
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September 26
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Day 2 of the liquid diet down. I am struggling but I am making it. I didn't realize how much energy food actually gives you. Day 1 wasn't so bad, but by 6:30 pm today, I was ready to sleep. I stayed awake but I feel drained. Is this normal?
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My surgery is tomorrow sooo nervous but in ready
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Wow - I would be freaking out too! I've got so much cleaning to do before surgery so I'd be screwed. Lol

My date is the 26th too! I don't have to do a 2 week liquid diet but will do a one week voluntary liquid diet starting next week! I'm super excited!!
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Try @@LipstickLady 's suggestion of Listerine strips! Remember the goal - you can do it!

This and Baritastic Social are my support groups. Because of my work and school hours, I don't have time to attend in-person support groups. Granted, she shouldn't lie but why are you worried? Not trying to be mean but everyone becomes successful in their own way.
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I'm horrible...I made a WEEK out of last suppers once my last appointment was done and surgery date set! I made a list of my favorite restaurants...spent WAY too much money, but I am hoping I got it all out of my system.
liquid diet today...surgery tomorrow. Bring it. I'm ready to bring my sexy back!!
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@@Gordita81,
Im so excited for you! You've come such a long way to get to this point. Happy liquid drinking!

I'll start clearing your spot. ???? I remember distantly how amazing it was to get that date - congrats!

I got a Date!! September 26th, I will be joining everyone on the Loser's Bench! I start my 2 week liquid diet today! So excited!
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I got a Date!! September 26th, I will be joining everyone on the Loser's Bench! I start my 2 week liquid diet today! So excited!
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I got a Date!! September 26th, I will be joining everyone on the Loser's Bench! I start my 2 week liquid diet today! So excited!
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@@Gordita81 Wow - right around the corner!!! I'm so happy for you!!! You've got this!!!

September 26!!!!
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I want to cry, it's real now!
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He decided not to cancel!!!!! I have to do a 2 week liquid diet though.
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You'll do fine. I remember almost quoting. I now weigh 121 pounds and ALL my health issues are gone. Think of ho healthy you're going to be. All the little things now that you can't do that you'll be able to do. Even small ones. Like in a restaurant being able to set at a booth, not a table.