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I too have been all over YouTube and a few other websites getting insight and as much information I could find to make my decision on the rest of my life. I choose this because I know in my heart it is something that will help me help myself.

Now that I'm almost 5 days out my energy level has dialed back a bit. I didn't realize how much the pain meds in hospital made a difference. I'm not taking the oxy they prescribed me but a Tylenol now and then is helpful. I'm walking about 2 miles a day and that's in half mile increments at a time. Pretty much eat a meal (aka drink a shake) then go for a half mile loop.

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I go on the 13th. I'm not able to do much walking now (bad knees and hip) so 6 miles in 2 days seems difficult to me. But I'm glad you were able to do that. So cool.

Happy to help. I am glad the million posts I read and the hundreds of YouTube videos I watched are paying off for someone besides just me. I lost a lot of sleep reading and watching. This makes it worth it.

Thank you. Just what I needed today!

Thanks. I thought it was another thread and that was in the pre op thread. My mind is off on it's own tangent.

I think it is normal to have those thoughts. I always go back to the comment I hear and see repeatedly “I only wish I had done it sooner.”

Where is this Post OP thread? I have 3 days until my surgery.

Thanks. I thought it was another thread and that was in the pre op thread. My mind is off on it's own tangent.

Try this link! November sleevers here

https://www.bariatricpal.com/index.php?/topic/404699-November-sleevers-here

Hello there. Good luck! This is my first day using this app and trying to figure out how to creat a new feed! I am a November sleever. Scheduled for Tuesday the 7th! A little nervous but excited too. I am 12 days into the shake and low glycemic index vegetables! Been hard not cheating. Had mini Halloween crispy crunch Tuesday and one bite chicken breast on Friday. Otherwise stuck to it.

Sounds like me except I've never run before. Maybe later this summer. I'm set for Jan 9th.

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Hi Michelle, my name is Tika, my surgery is scheduled for 11/17 as well. I look forward to following your journey😍

Welcome! I have 4 days left. I can't wait to get this journey started. Good luck on yours and may you have a speedy recovery.

So I said I would post stats today. My name is Michelle, and live in Phoenix with my husband, but we have lived all over the US.

HW 282 ish in 2012 or 2013
CW 268 (start of Clear Liquids on Saturday)
GW 175 to start
Height 5’1 and a half (every centimeter counts)

Surgery date 11/17 at Mercy Gilbert Hospital in Arizona
PCP clearance 11/6
Preop 11/7

Tip: if you use GENEPRO, try it in Celestial Seasonings Apple Cinnamon Spice. It’s pretty good.

I've almost lost the worlds largest ball of tape.. My goal is ole Arnie.. I'd much rather have the 2 bloodhounds as my goal tho.. they're cuter.

Thanks for the info on where to get the bone broth!

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You'll do fine just remain encouraged. I was sleeved June 1st & the ONLY regret I have is not doing it sooner[emoji41] Yes the starting changes are difficult in the beginning but when see the weight melting off you'll be excited! I'm 1 pound away from my goal weight & it's only been 6months do remain encouraged & follow your surgeon's plan. I also watched numerous YouTube vlogs also they're very informational 🙄HW: 247 VSG:6/1/17 CW:186(11/04/17) GW:185🙄

Welcome! I have 4 days left. I can't wait to get this journey started. Good luck on yours and may you have a speedy recovery.

I start my liquid diet today too. I set up my crystal light Popsicles last night. Surgery on Wednesday. It's getting real.

I'm 51 and I'm right there with you. My sons are grown, but I want to do things that I haven't been able to do since before the boys were younger. Good luck to you on this wonderful journey!

Damn, so close to an elephant's penis!

So this is my first main post although I've been "creeping" these forums for quite a while now. I'm scheduled for surgery on Wednesday, Nov. 8th. I know my surgeon uses a 36f bougie and I am also having a small hiatal hernia repaired. I have some reflux issues now, but other than that and my weight along with suffering from hypothyroidism, my health is fine.
I have researched this for many months, went through the whole process, and now that it's happening, I'm so worried. I keep thinking about my husband and my babies and if anything goes wrong now or later regarding the surgery.
Anywho, I don't know what I'm really looking for by posting this. Maybe some words of wisdom or a swift kick in the booty to get over myself. Really, I would love to hear about experiences who have gone through the exact same thing, surgery with the same bougie size as it seems like there may be some merit to bougie size and recovery and hiatal hernia repair. How are you doing? How was your recovery? Any advice at all?
Just feeling a little overwhelmed.😩

My surgery is also scheduled for November 8th and I also suffer with hypothyroidism. Actually, my thyroid levels have been out of whack for about 4 months and my doc keeps changing my dosage. Nothing changed but thyroid decided to give me fits! I have been very excited through this whole process - it ended up being 7 months from start to surgery- but now that I am 4 days away, I am starting to feel anxious. I know I am doing what is best for me and my health and ultimately my family; however, all of the "what ifs" have crept in. So, you aren't alone! We've got this! Tomorrow is a new day! Look forward to talking to you after our surgeries.

Best wishes for you and I'll be following to see how you do... I go on the 8th to see the psychologist and do the psych testing... I've already done my 6 month supervised diet... Getting nervous and excited... Congratulations...

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