UncleBeezy

Just curious as to how the rest of you guys handled the conversations about your WLS with co-workers and friends after returning to work. I’m inclined not to say much to anyone beforehand (except my wife and my best friend) but eventually I know my weight loss will become the elephant in the room at the Water cooler. I also work in public safety and the perception I get is that not many of my colleagues will understand or approve of my decision. Any tips?

Sleeved October 11th, so I’m starting my 2nd day post op. Most of the pain is gone, and about 90% of the gas is as well. Feeling a lot better than I was yesterday. Ate a couple of popsicles and drank some juice and broth while in the hospital. A little pain with drinking. Not sure if it’s the temperature of the liquids or if I drank too fast or too much. Hopefully being discharged Saturday morning. All vitals are good and ready to go home.

I’ve been able to walk around and get in and out of bed with relative ease. Not much pain from the incisions or in the stomach area. Looking forward to progressing through to the other food stages as I recover. I will keep you posted. HW: 377 SW: 355 GW: 225.

Good luck to those whose surgery is coming up and congrats to those who are recovering.

Got my surgery date today...October 11th. Starting the Pre-op diet tomorrow and officially cutting ties with coffee tonight. Excited, but nervous at the same time.

Pre-Op testing tomorrow morning. Not worried about the tests, but it’s sobering knowing this is actually happening in 10 more days. Anyone else second guessing their decision? I’m ready, but can’t help doubting at this point. Hope that feeling goes away soon.

Just curious as to how the rest of you guys handled the conversations about your WLS with co-workers and friends after returning to work. I’m inclined not to say much to anyone beforehand (except my wife and my best friend) but eventually I know my weight loss will become the elephant in the room at the Water cooler. I also work in public safety and the perception I get is that not many of my colleagues will understand or approve of my decision. Any tips?

Got my surgery date today...October 11th. Starting the Pre-op diet tomorrow and officially cutting ties with coffee tonight. Excited, but nervous at the same time.

Got my surgery date today...October 11th. Starting the Pre-op diet tomorrow and officially cutting ties with coffee tonight. Excited, but nervous at the same time.