moondoggie1983
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Don't give up hun. I'm on day 3 of a 10 day pre liquid diet (Surgery May 10th) and I understand its hard but we have gotten so close to give up now. I wish i could have veggies but I'm on all liquids so sf Jello and sf popsicles are my bestfriends right now. Keep up the good work you can do it!
I've been watching the fat doctor on youtube when I have free time so I won't think about food. Just try to stay busy and hydrated.[emoji4] [emoji173]
Hey! We’re surgery twins! Awesome! I swore I would never find another person having surgery on the 10th! Yay!
HW: 311
CW: 259
SW: We’ll see on May 10!
First goal weight: 191 lbs
Second goal weight: 159 lbs
Goal weight: 142 lbs
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Thanks.. I forgot all about the Water [emoji87] I hate drinking water but I’m going to drink or at least try to drink 64oz a day. Right now I’ve had zero water. I know.. pathetic.
Yo-Yo Girl from New York City [emoji4]
I’m right there with you! I HATE water! Thank god for crystal light! Lemonade, fruit punch and raspberry lemonade are my go to’s.
HW: 311
CW: 259
SW: We’ll see on May 10!
First goal weight: 191 lbs
Second goal weight: 159 lbs
Goal weight: 142 lbs
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I like to watch ClusieL on YouTube. She tells it like it is. And she’s funny. Day 1 WAS the worst for me! My head kept telling me I was hungry and I actually was physically hungry about 3 times. I’m on day 5 now and so far I’ve lost a little over 6 pounds. I know that doesn’t sound super amazing, but it feels amazing [emoji23]. By day 3 I had a bunch of energy, but I did start having a hard time lifting heavy things. I save my sugar free Jello for dinner and it really feels like a decadent dessert! I’ve also been making sure I get around 92 oz of Water a day. Honestly, I think it’s all the water that’s keeping me full.
Just take your time. I had my Optifast Soup and my jello last night and took 2 hours to eat that. I felt sooo full!
You can do it!
HW: 311
CW: 260
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Thanks, this helps a lot moondoggie1983. just4nise good luck on yours!
Glad I could help you feel better! I promise it will go well for you! Good luck and keep us posted!
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Has anyone used Dr. Heider in NC? I’m scheduled for surgery on the 10, and I’m just wondering about how things went. I really like him and he has great reviews. Some of the medical staff in his office leave a bit to be desired to me, but I’ve worked in medical for so long that I know my expectations are probably way higher lol.
Just wondering how your surgery went if you used him.
HW: 311
CW: 260
SW: We’ll see on May 10!
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Ok, so I know it’s ridiculously early for me to ask this question since my surgery is May 10th. BUT, has anyone had plastics after surgery? If so, how long did you wait? What did you have?
I have a big belly now, so I KNOW there’s going to be skin that has to get removed later. And I’ve heard lots of women talking about the need to have their breasts done.
I’m a crazy planner (yes, I plan years ahead of time! Lol) so I’m just seeing what other people out there have done.
HW: 311
CW: 260
SW: We’ll see on May 10!
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One week down, one week to go! My surgery is a week away. I got a temporary crown on a molar the other day and the dentist told me to avoid chewing anything really crunchy. Ha, I wish!!
What day is your surgery? I’m looking for a buddy. Mine is the 10.
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Hope you are feeling less weak today! A pound a day is really great!
I’m feeling great today. All the Optifast and 92 oz of Water in! I went for my pre-op meeting this afternoon and I’ve lost 5 lbs in 4 days. Super happy about that! But I haven’t tried lifting anything heavy again lol
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Are you in Nc?! I moved from Nc->Mo a little over a year ago. My bcbs is through TX for whatever reason that's what my job went with. Well either way congratulations now!! I know it has to feel good with the end being near.
Yep! I’m in Concord. By way of IL in the early 90’s as a kid and then FL two years ago. I LOVE having seasons again! Thank you for the well wishes and yes! I am sooo happy that 18 months of hard work are finally paying off!
Where did you live in NC?
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I must be incredibly lucky, because I tell literally everyone (including random waiters, sometimes, to my bro's horror) and have never had a single person make a disparaging comment toward me regarding my surgery.
I think it's better to be honest. If you start lying now, you'll need to lie for the rest of your life, which will make everything in your life a lie. Living that way would cause me serious anxiety. Once it's out there, it's out there. Your friends will better respect your dietary restrictions, and be helpful/friendly/supportive -- or, if they're not, then they're not really your friends, are they?
It sounds like your husband is embarrassed or ashamed, which is really shitty, and you should talk to him about it.
This. So much this. I’m scheduled for May 10 and all of my close friends, family and coworkers know. They’re all super supportive. Maybe afterwards they’ll occasionally think to themselves “should she be eating that?” Or whatever. Maybe some of them thought that I was taking the easy way out. Ha! Well now I’ve started the Optifast and they see all the work that goes into this, they’re being amazing! Don’t get me wrong, I’m not broadcasting it all over social media, but I am proud! Also, I know people are going to DEFINITELY notice I’m losing A LOT of weight. I certainly didn’t want anyone to think I was sick or had an eating disorder or anything like that.
But I am an open book person. I’ve had a bunch of really rough Patches in my life, and I’m upfront about all of it.
Heck! My doctor even gave me a medical alert card stating that I’ve had Bariatric surgery and to please let me order from the children’s or seniors menu when I go out! Very nice of them and I’m sure I’ll use the hell out of that!
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I have my psych eval on Wednesday. Today I was filling out the patient information package and some of the questions have left me feeling really anxious. Though I am stronger, happier, and in a much healthier place today then I have ever been in my whole life, I still can't help but worry that my past will come back and bite me in the a$$...
HW 302
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CW 284
GW 150-ISH
"I've never seen a smiling face that was not beautiful." - Unk
You’ll be good. I just payed about this on another thread, but I had 4 appointments with the weight loss psych. Personally I have bipolar, anxiety, insomnia and I’m a recovered opiate addict. Just be honest with your doctor and if you’re currently being counseled for any of your issues you might want to have those records sent over. Once my weight loss psych saw that I’ve been drug free for 6 years and that I stay in constant contact with my regular psychiatrist (especially that I recognize when my moods start to swing) he was good with me getting the surgery. He was also impressed by the amount of research I had done regarding the surgery and hormonal changes that occur post-op.
Basically, my story is to let people know that no matter what you’ve been through, no doctor is going to hold it against you if you’re dealing with it well.
Just be 100 percent honest and I’m sure you’ll be just fine.
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I was required to have 4 psych visits. Two to talk about previous and current issues and to determine if I really knew what I was getting myself into. The third was the 600 question test that most people on here seem to take and the fourth was just a follow up on that test. Please don’t get worried that because you have anxiety you won’t get surgery. I have bipolar, anxiety, insomnia and I’m a recovered opioid addict. If you’re honest and have documentation to show that you’re being cared for by a professional for any issues you may have, and that you DO understand how this is a full life change and what exactly happens when you have the surgery you’ll be fine. My psych approval took a few weeks longer than most since they needed my regular psychiatrist’s notes from the past year to evaluate if I was stable and recognized when I was changing from “normal” to manic to depression. Other than that, it was all good.
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Day 4 went well. I had my 2 hour pre-op meeting and my H&P with my surgeon yesterday. After 18 months of waiting, the process is suddenly FLYING BY! I go in for my pre-surgery testing on Wednesday May 2nd at 9am and then the endoscopy is Friday May 4th at 7 a.m. Then surgery Thursday May 10th. I got all five Optifast products down plus 2 servings of Jello and 96 oz of Water. Not bad considering I was at the surgeon’s office practically all day.
I’ve dropped 5 lbs in 4 days which is great!
The only bad news is that I had my first cheat on Optifast.
I had 5 Fritos. Not five SERVINGS, but 5 chips. And I felt AWFUL after. First was the guilt of cheating and second I just felt bad physically. That will be the LAST and ONLY time I cheat! Ugh!
Now for the TMI portion of my day. Initially I had terrible diarrhea on the first 3 days of the Optifast. Now I’m entering the Constipation phase it seems. I’m going out tomorrow to buy some benefiber.
I’ve already ordered my flavorless Unjury Protein Powder as my nutritionist recommended using it with basically everything during the first 4 months after surgery. Handy that you can mix it in with basically anything.
I haven’t been taking any Vitamins since starting the Optifast since it provides 100% daily values of everything I need. But when I go back for my pre-op tests on Wednesday I’ll be picking up my Celebrate hair, Skin and Nails formula, optisource multi chewables and an extra 27 Optifast shakes. I’ve decided to continue with those shakes for convenience sake. I know I’m not going to want to be making shakes myself right after surgery.
I guess that’s it. Not too nervous since I was kept so busy today, but definitely having weird dreams regarding the diet and surgery. Since what really gets me nervous is the anesthesia part, I think being put under for the endoscopy will help alleviate that. I hope so anyway.
Oh! And I got all my orders from Amazon today! Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies, toddler plates, cups, bowls and silverware and a set of books to read while I’m in the hospital and also recouperating. I want to be up and walking as much as possible, but from what I’ve read on here, some people seem to be really worn out for a week or two after surgery and I honestly just can’t watch that much tv (although it’s been recommended by friends I binge on Stanger Things since I’m a loser who hasn’t watched it yet lol)
Anyway, I hope everyone with May surgeries are doing well. I haven’t been able to find any twins date of surgery wise, but hopefully I’ll be able to get advice and encouragement from those who have already gone through this.
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My goodness! You look soooo good! Very handsome!
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My nausea has finally passed for the most part. I’m finally feeling alright and down 6 pounds already!
That is awesome! I’m so glad you are feeling much better! Im super week today, but other than that I’m pretty good. Amazingly good job on the 6 pounds! Im losing about one a day, but I know I’ve got a LOT of Water weight happening pushing as much water as I am! Keep me posted on how you feel
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Day 3 of the Optifast and things are still good. I’m not hungry anymore physically, but I still get little bouts of head hungry here and there.
Yesterday, day 2, I had a ridiculous amount of energy, but today I’m a little laggy. I don’t mind the laggy part, but the weakness is killing me. I went to buy more Water today and it was SO HARD to pick up a 24 pack! I needed 4, and by the third one my arms were shaking. Usually I can carry two of those bad boys at the same time, but apparently not anymore!
I’ve got my two week pre-op meeting in the morning tomorrow. I think I’ll get all my final appointments set then. The endoscopy and all that. But most importantly, I’ll have a chance to swap out the Optifast items I do NOT like (I’m looking at you Tomato Soup and apple cinnamon bars!) and get the ones I do like (sup chocolate shakes and chicken Soup? )
Now I’m starting to get nervous. I have terrible anxiety anyway and I’ve never had any surgeries or broken bones before (except in my face, which is a crazy story) so the anesthesia is what’s freaking me out the most.
I’m going to take some before shots tomorrow even though I really really don’t want to look at them! But I’ve noticed there aren’t as many progress pictures on this app as I thought there would be. I understand why, but as a person who was trolling this thing HARD for over a year, I would have liked to have seen more.
Well, I think I’m rambling at this point, so I’ll wrap it up with a deep breath to calm my nerves.
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Thanks! I will check and see about the optifast!
You’re right, Jello makes my day every day! [emoji23]
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I had dr Heider... I had surgery on the 26th. Still a lot of drainage and some pain at incision sites.
Oh awesome! Did he do a good job? Is there anything I should know? I’m supposed to go to my pre-op meeting tomorrow but no one told me the time. If you know what times they do that, it would be super helpful to me since I can’t get ahold of the office staff.
Did they set up your appointments for the endoscopy and stuff at that meeting? Michelle hasn’t told me anything and I’m do for surgery the 10. I’m a wee bit put out about that and it’s making me reconsider having the surgery so quickly.
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Jello is the best! I’m feeling better today! Thanks!
I am using the meal replacement made by my doctors office and I think that is what is bothering my stomach. I haven’t had any yet today and I feel great. I’m gonna try it once more and if I feel gross, I will give them a call and ask for an alternative.
Oof. That’s awful. Maybe see if they let you do the Optifast? It has a lot of options taste wise. The chocolate Protein Drink is delicious! And it’s nice because everything is prepackaged. Like the drinks are like little juice boxes. I haven’t had any stomach upset so far and it’s just really convenient.
I just really hope you feel better soon. The diet is hard enough without feeling sick all the time.
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Hi all!
I’ve been stalking this app for a while now, but didn’t post much until yesterday since I finally was approved. I just want a place to document my journey and I thought this might be the right place.
Today is my second of 13 days of my Optifast diet. Yesterday was really rough. I was head hungry and physically hungry. It switched around all day long. It wasn’t helpful that I manage an escape room and all the guys were bringing in fast food to eat all day in the back room where most of my work is done.
I’m currently on Metformin, Glipizide and Victoza for diabetes. I felt really shaky quite a few times during the day. I was able to test my BG one time before my monitor quit working. It was low (72) so I popped half a glucose tablet and felt better. I also had an on and off headache during day one.
Despite all that I made it through with no cheats! I thought for sure I’d wake up hungry, but I didn’t! That was a pleasant surprise.
Here goes day 2 of Optifast! Only 11 days to go after today. I just keep telling myself “I can do this. I can do this. I can do this.”
HW: 311
CW: 262
SW: We’ll see on May 10!
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I am on day two of my liquid diet. I thought this liquid diet would suck cause I would be hungry. I am not hungry at all, I am so nauseous. Hopefully the nausea stops soon cause it is gonna be a rough two weeks if it continues.
I’m on day 1. Well, I just finished day one. I wasn’t nauseous today, but I was HUNGRY. It wasn’t mental hunger but physical hunger. My tummy was rumbly all day. Right now is the first time I haven’t been hungry. Thank you jello! [emoji23]
Are you on the Optifast diet? If not, what diet are you following? I just wonder if there’s something specific that’s not agreeing with you.
Hope you feel better tomorrow!
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That’s awesome! I’m in Concord now.
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Oh me too! I’ve got 12 days and I can hardly sleep! I’ve never had any surgeries before! Heck I’ve never even broken a bone! Honestly the scariest part for me is the anesthesia. But we’ll be great! Best wishes! Remember how hard we’ve worked and that we deserve to be happy and healthy.
HW: 311
CW: 262
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I "officially" no longer feel like I have to go through a lot, I too have BCBS but my list is not as extensive. It looks like you have done a great job and made it through it all. Congrats!
Thank you! It’s been nuts! [emoji23]Maybe because it’s not through the state. When I called BCBSNC last year about it I was told that there were pretty much no requirements if you’re on a state employee plan. But for me, having purchased it through the marketplace, I got to have LOTS of fun with the process. But 12 days to go! I honestly hope no one else has to go through the process like I did! May everyone else have a much easier journey!
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CW: 262
SW: We’ll see on May 10!LBmom reacted to this
I WAS SLEEVED TODAY!
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Oh! I’m sooo glad to hear you’re doing great after so little time! My sleeve is the 10th and I’ve been freaking out about how long it will take to feel better, the anesthesia, just the whole surgery thing in general. Can you just tell me what the whole thing consisted of? Of course my doctor and nurses have told me, but it’s not the same as hearing it from someone who had it so recently.
HW: 311
CW: 259
SW: We’ll see on May 10!
First goal weight: 191 lbs
Second goal weight: 159 lbs
Goal weight: 142 lbs
5’6” 34 yo female in NC