Morachia

My surgery is tomorrow! 🌞😁🌞

My surgery was yesterday. It was scheduled for 12 ;30 but there were some issues with the person ahead of me so I finally got in at 5:15. I was so glad they didn't postpone it because I was dying on that pre-op diet only to turn around today and find out that I'm still on liquid for the next 2 weeks!

For me they did an EKG and blood draw. I didn't have to do the covid test because I'm vaccinated. Hope all goes well for you!

I was told that the 64oz was in addition to the shakes but each Dr is different. I would love it if it did count. I'm 1 day post-op and I've only managed to down a little Soup, almost a whole shake, a popsicle and a few ounces of water. Tomorrow will be better though!

Thank you SO SO SO much. ❤️ I know in all aspects of life, it is best to never compare ourselves to each other. Its all going to work out, gonna use my tool and things will happen in their own time. Huge hugs from California.

I was drinking them WAY too fast at first so I try to take 30/40 minutes to drink it and it has helped a lot. I don't feel the fullness with liquids really, so I need to slow way down in order to tell if I'm full or not. Just drinking chocolate Premier Protein shakes atm.

Congrats! Mine was June 8.

That's a shame i have only shared with one person why I was going into hospital, a few others knew I was in for surgery but I live alone and it can feel a very lonely time - especially isolating beforehand!
I distracted myself by doing lots of little jobs round the house I knew I wouldn't be able to do for a while, and rearranged some of the kitchen cupboards so I could definitely reach the tins and packets I can eat in the first few weeks out. I prepared a nice box on the kitchen counter with all my little things I could have in the first few days (protein Water, skimmed milk powder, my Vitamins, nice moisturiser, nail varnish) felt like I was making a Christmas hamper lol. I then packed a bag with comfy clothes that I could leave downstairs incase I needed in the first few days out. I tried to see all these things as a treat for myself, and that going through this whole process and operation is like my BIG DAY and I should get to Celebrate getting to spend the rest of my life with myself!

I got home about 9.30 last night (day after surgery), and slept happily in my own bed, just been having liquid paracetamol (I think you call it Tylenol). This morning I had: 6.15 Water, 7am Protein water, 8am oatibix (about 1/3 softened in milk), 9am Multivitamin drink. Going to try and eat something again at 10.
Walked for 2.5 mins on my treadmill and have retreated back to the sofa to cuddle the dog!

Thank you!! Yes, I’m sure it’s a touch of nerves as well. I’ll keep talking! 😊

Good luck to you on Monday!! I hope you’ll let us know how it goes!
The isolation is difficult… but once we get through this… I’m sure it will be worth it!!

How long is it taking you guys to finish one Protein Shake?

My DS was done June 1st. I did feel alone for the most part, especially at the hospital. My hubby has severe heart disease and uses oxygen so driving me to the hospital, waiting during the surgery and staying with me were totally out of the question. My coworker, who had the DS about 6 years ago, actually got up super early (had to be there by 5am) and drove me to the hospital and dropped me off. It was very hard being there by myself and I was very nervous preop and I admit a few tears slipped out. Fortunately, my anesthesiologist was wonderful…he’s a friend of another coworker and she contacted him ahead of time (weeks beforehand) and arranged for him to take my case! Awesome!!! He made sure I received something for anxiety right away and took great care of me. In fact, all the hospital staff were just phenomenal to me…made me proud that we all work for the same hospital system. My sister in law came and drove me home post op and stayed a few days. My son also was here and made sure I got all the broth I wanted/could tolerate. Both of them made sure my husband was well cared as well. He told me later he was so, so sorry he couldn’t be there with me. We’ve been married for 40 years and he’s still my sweetheart!

I had my surgery June 8th, so I'm 9 days out. The last time I weighed myself was 2 days before surgery and I was 265, as of this morning I am 252 so have lost around 13 lbs in 9 days. That being said, I did not have to do a pre-op diet (I actually gained a little weight going up to surgery because I did some food funerals), and they sent me home on a pureed diet. So a good chunk of that, for me, is most likely Water weight.
Please don't compare yourself to others, I know that's easier said than done, but truly each surgeon, person, and plan is different. Some people hold in all the IV Fluid from the surgery for longer than others, some lose quicker, and so on. Just stick to the eating plan your surgeon provided and the weight will start coming off. If you're worried, you could also call your nurse/dietician/whatever resource your hospital has provided, and just check in. I'm sure they get a lot of similar questions.

Your going to do great. I have never felt alone going thru the process. But it's ok go have these feelings. Probably, your just having doubts maybe? Keep talking about things. 🤗

Yayyyyy!!! You did it.. Keep walking that will help with the gas pain- that's the worst. I'm 12 days post and doing well. Keep up the good work 🤗

Hi, I’m scheduled for this Monday! Eeekk! I can relate about feeling alone. I’m isolating due to COVID restrictions my dr requires. So now I feel more isolated. Plus my husband is planning all these trips he’s going on by himself now that I won’t be able to travel so soon. I’m using this time to destress because I’m feeling anxious and my husband doesn’t understand how big a surgery this is for me.

Congratulations! How are you doing today?

Yay! Yes a duodenal switch. How’s your pre-op diet going? I went shopping the other day and I was so tempted with all the Snacks. That’s my weakness. But then I remembered my blood test results and I kept walking.

We're surgery date twins then! I'm doing a gastric bypass, are you doing a duodenal switch?

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Congrats!! The next two weeks will fly by!!
I am scheduled for the 29th!

Good luck!! I just had mine June 7th. I'm doing pretty good. Only thing I will tell you. After surgery make sure to get out of bed. The gas pain is the worst. Do walking helps 100%. Be well 🤗 Darcie

I only paid $100 and that was it. lol. My insurance covered pretty much everything.

I had my surgery last friday and I am so thirsty. I can't wait for the next cup of Water. It's real and it's aggressive, but was a dream coming true.

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