LanaLee

Surgery in the AM.... its starting to get really real. I've even had doubts today but I've wanted this band out for a while so I'm trying to keep positive.

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All of these tips and hints are really useful! Thank you everyone!

I too did worry about surgery bag for hospital. But I’ve chosen a very large oversized night dress to wear for after surgery. Baggy pjs and baggy tshirt to travel home, I was planning on going bra-less for comfort.
I too have all my shakes, Protein waters, broth, ice lollies and jelly ready.

also doing a deep clean of the house to keep me busy during pre op diet which is going ok so far. How much weight did everyone loose on average pre op? I lost about 7lbs in the first two days. But maintaining now, I hope it’s enough.

good luck to everyone due in the next few days and I wish you all the best for the crew that have just comE out of surgery.

we got this! 💪🏻

Thanks for the tip, I just set drinking & eating timers up on my phone through the baritastic app.
I did about 15 minute increments for drinking and made sure to give 1/2 hour break before and after meals.
Hopefully, it helps me stay on top of it. I hope it becomes more routine and natural after a while.

Surgery buddies! Mine is on the 14th too. Have you started your liquid diet yet? If so, how are you holding up!!

my surgery is on the 26 of july wohooooooooooo

Mine is July 12 th

Finally for the third attempt.. after canceling the first one & being 2 days away the second time ... now sleeve is finally decided by the doctor as the safest choice 1st .. Scheduled for July 27

My surgery is July 12th!!

Surgery 13th July! Day 4/10 on pre op diet! I’m doing better than I thought!

good luck to everyone! 👍🏻😀

This it how things are going for me. Sorry if it is long:

I had my Surgery on Wednesday at 10am and everything went well. I did have a hiatal hernia that was repaired during my sleeve.

One in recovery at about 12:30pm I can remember getting up and walking to the restroom twice. I was given some ice chips and some time later was given a cup of Water and a pill to swallow. I was in pain from the gas. It mostly felt like pressure in my right shoulder, my neck and behind my spleen. It was horrible.

I was moved to a room sometime around 5:30pm. I walked from the recovery bed to the bed in my room. I drank a couple of sips of water and fell asleep for about 30 minutes. I was determined to get rid of the gas pain at which by this time was mainly in my right shoulder and neck, so I walked for about 15 minutes. At this time the walking did not help much, I burped 1 time. Since I was on IV and drinking water I had to use the bathroom frequently and because of the pain of getting out of bed I chose to walk every time I had to urinate so I walked for about 10-15 minutes. Eventually I started burping more during my walks.

The night of surgery was pretty much the same, drinking water, urinating walking and burping. I did try some chicken bullion which was delicious and helped me burp from the warmth. I did not sleep much throughout the night.

The morning after surgery I decided to sit in a chair to see if I could sleep but I was still restless. I walked more and burped more throughout the morning. Since I was doing so well with my fluids, urinating and walking the doctor was most likely going to let me go home when he came back to check on me. I wanted to see if I was able to sleep before I was released so I forced myself to sleep and I was able to for about an hour. When I woke I wanted to try the thickest liquid they offered for my full liquid diet which was cream of Tomato Soup. I drank about 2 oz and held it down fine. I was discharged at 3:30pm that day.

When I got home I felt miserable from the 20 minute ride from the hospital to home so I took some med and tried to be as comfortable as I could be the gas pain was unbearable in my shoulder but I pushed through it. I was able to finally fall asleep around 11pm Thursday night.

When I woke up Friday around 5:50am I felt a lot better. I took some Tylenol, sipped on water and walked around in my house for about 1.5 hours (I am really determined to get rid of this gas today). I attempted to walk outside but the mosquitoes were horrible.

Over all the experience has not been to bad the worst part for me has definitely been the gas pain but it is getting better. As a tip drinking warm bullion before and during my walking has really helped getting the gas moving.

Sorry this is so long but I wanted to share my experience.

You're eating less than 500 very low carb calories a day. That, in itself, will cause a little weight loss in 6 days. But the bulk of what you've lost is likely Water. Because of your low carbs, you are stripping your liver of all the glucose stored there...so it shrinks. (Which is really nice, because there is a little more room for the surgeon to work with the liver reduced) As the glucose in the liver is used, a lot of water is expelled, too.
This "instant significant weight loss" when we mostly eliminate carbs from our diets....is why people are so delighted when they go on a Keto diet and instantly lose weight and inches around their waists. But they're not losing fat....they're just losing their emergency glucose and the water it's stored in, and just shrinking their livers.
Your loss is normal and I wouldn't worry about it. Keep following your team's instructions.

My surgery is July 13th I’m starting to get nervous!!🥴I am on my 7th day with the liquid diet and it’s EXTREMELY hard. I have an awful headache!!!! Join for support and encouragement

I.just had mine done on July 1st!

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@smarks so sorry. This must be so difficult. Please remember to take care of yourself while mourning. I lost a child years ago and the mourning is a roller coaster you can’t get off of. Sending prayers 🙏🏼

I had my surgery Monday. Tuesday while in hospital I found out my son died in a car accident. I’m grieving so bad and reaching out to you all for prayers

Mine is the 12th, too. Today some dread creeped in. I’m skerd. But not enough to not follow through.

My surgery date is July 12 very anxious.

I started shopping for my pre and 1st week post-op as well. I may be eating all the food now, but I figured the more pro-active I am in preparing for the things I need starting 7/12 the better I will be. I realize that planning has GOT to become part of my process with food. It's the not planning that leads me to eat the wrong food, and that's how I got to this point. Good luck with your surgery, keep us posted on how you do!

Sorry haven’t been on here, had a stressful last week in work. I have been reading all the posts as they’ve come.
surgery was confirmed and approved last Sunday for July 4th
Did PreOp bloods etc last Tuesday then PCR Thursday which came back negative.
Im to arrive at the hospital at 530am for admittance then surgery at 730am.
Feeling slightly nervous and scared etc but know this is all pass and parcel of what I’m about to do

I'm scheduled for July 12th and I'm completely freaking out! I'm not afraid of the surgery but of life after. Afraid this will be one more tool that I will fail at.

I'm with you all it's the unknown. I am in my preop phase now day 7, my surgery is July 7th but so far I love drinking Fairlife. I bought the Bariatric Fusion but it's the same as Fairlife except I have to mix it. To be honest I was not getting enough calories thus far because I use almond unsweetened milk so didn't add up to enough in Day so I increases to 5 shakes a day to get at least 850-900 calories. I've been reading alot and trying to prepare dinners for family and with mine I puree. I bought 1 oz icecube trays and froze. So it's convenient. I love Dr Voung on you tube hes a bariatric surgeon he helps with alot of questions.

Hi MoreThanWords,
I am still a few of weeks out, but I also was worried about what to eat, so I wanted to be prepared and get some the clear liquid & full liquid staples before I start my pre op diet.
I have tried some Protein Shakes from Unjury & Premier Protein. They were ok. Not a fan of vanilla now, but that may change after surgery or if I get tired of chocolate. I like adding them to coffee (Unjury had a Cappuccino flavor, I want to try it with caramel flavored Premier Protein), and will probably do that once it is allowed.
From Walmart, I purchased some sugar-free drink mixes, chicken broth, veggie broth, beef broth, sugar free Jello, & sugar free ice pops. Some items were name brand and others were Walmart brands. Trying to save $ where I can as supplements, Vitamins etc. all add up.
I bought a tub of chocolate Premier Protein from Walgreens.
Yesterday, I placed my first order on BariatricPal and ordered Aunt Millie's broths (pho & Thai), BP Protein Soups, BP protein Fruit Drinks, & GENEPRO Unflavored protein mix.
Last week I ordered some cups for shakes, Water, & broth. I got one cup with a strainer for traveling (in case I need to order Soup & strain it).
I still need to get vitamins, hibiclens, and prilosec before the surgery.
Before the puree & soft stages I want to purchase a mini portable chopper/processor & food scale.
Thanks for sharing the recipe. I see us probably having a lot of broth and soups in those first few weeks.
Jenfs5, thanks for recommending Fairlife, I want to try that brand now, too. Also worried about those clear liquid days (after surgery probably won't be bad as it isn't long and based on others experiences-you aren't that hungry at first). Hopefully, the excitement of being so close to our surgery will make it a little easier. I read other people say that the broth helped fill them up and jello helped give the chewing feeling. (Not a big fan of jello, but when you are only allowed a few things it may be nice to have)
Best of luck everyone!

Hi everyone!! 🤗 My name is Lauren and I’m new around here.
Anyhow, My surgery date is Monday, July 12th!! 🤩 I’m so excited and nervous at the same time!

Original surgery date was in June but rescheduled for July 12-woohoo! Good luck to you all and I'm looking forward to following everyone's progress. Oh and a big shoutout to Candace76 I'm gonna look up those YouTubers, thanks

EEK! I just have ONE WEEK left until surgery (next Thursday, the 8th). Starting to get NERVOUS! 😬
I'm so uncertain about what eating post-op will be like (both in the weeks following surgery and in the future). I haven't stocked up on anything yet (like broths, shakes, popsicles, etc.) because I just don't know what I'm going to need/want! Anyone else in the same boat?

I did find a recipe that looks good, though...I guess it's for the full liquid post-op stage? Here it is, if anyone is interested:
HIGH Protein CREAM SOUP
1/2 cup low-fat ricotta cheese
2 tbsp. non-fat powdered milk
1 cup fat-free milk
1 can low-fat cream Soup (cream of chicken, cream of mushroom, etc.)
Mix all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Pour through a wire mesh strainer to remove any chunks or pieces still left. Gradually heat in the microwave. Makes 2 servings.
Per serving: 14 grams of protein