ThePurpleOne

Hi Everyone ?
My Sleeve surgery is on August 14 th
I'm in need of suggestions for my 13 days of full fluid diet if anyone can help?
I'm nervous and excited all at the same time lol
Any help or suggestions would be appreciated

I've seen some posts on here that are sad or upset because in 2 weeks the OP has only lost 10-15 pounds. Let me give you a few things to think about.
#1 - everyone loses weight differently, so never compare yourself to anyone else
#2 - non scale victories are at least as important (if not more important) than what the scale shows. Examples are: fitting in seats better, walking better, clothes and rings fitting better or getting too big, getting off meds, no longer having high bp or being diabetic, etc...
#3 - the average "normal" weight loss is 1-2 pounds per week, and if you're on some kind of special diet then MAYBE 2-3 pounds per week. So if you look at the high end of that, without the surgery you would be down 6 pounds in 2 weeks. So while you may think you haven't lost enough weight, or not as much as some people on here have, you're doing a lot better than you would be if you never had the surgery.
#4 - the more you weigh before your surgery, the more (and faster) you will lose after. The first 6 months is when you lose the most, and if you are in the 300-400 range (or higher) you will see the more dramatic weight loss during that time. Those that start off in the 200s tend to lose a bit slower and not as dramatically. That's just the way of it. It doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong or the surgery is a fail, it's just the nature of the beast. The higher the bmi, the more dramatic the initial weight loss. The lower the bmi, the slower the weight loss.
AND FINALLY
#5 - You may have complications. It's just a fact. Not everyone does. Majority don't. But some, like me, do. And that's ok. Stay in regular communication with your doctor, advocate for yourself, do everything you are supposed to do, take whatever meds or do whatever procedures you have to, take deep breaths, and know it'll be ok and you'll get through it. In the moment, they can feel overwhelming and never-ending. Regret definitely can creep in. BUT... remember that "this, too, shall pass" and when it does, you'll be on the other side, living your best life, and the complication will just be a blip in the road. How many health issues and complications did you have pre-surgery? And you rode those out, knowing another one was inevitable due to being so unhealthy. So just know that once you get on the other side of THIS, you'll be so glad you had the surgery and your health improved. In the wise words of a little blue fish "Just keep swimming, just keep swimming..."

Very well said! I have not had surgery yet but will come back to this post when doubt starts to creep in!

I’m scheduled for August 21st!

Hi !!! I am also having surgery in august. I’ve been mentally preparing by working on my mental behaviors and self talk. Some books too if you would like to be buddies I am down !

I'm August 14th. Now that I got my surgery date I'm getting nervous about if I should really do this. I've been working on it for over a year, but it's real now.

Hi Helen, please to meet you! ? I went through Kaiser a few years ago, and the process was easier. I think you’ll get a August date.

They probably wish they could have it too. I have never lied about having it, but I don't just offer it up to people for this reason. Cause I will fight someone.

Welcome and I am scheduled to have my surgery in August 2023 and it seems so far away but it’s really not! I’m also a believer of positive thinking and speak life into your situation. I look forward to following your journey ???????

Hello new here. I’m scheduled for my surgery in August. Anyone out there scheduled for August? I am into affirmations and any positive thoughts and vibes. All vibrations will help you feel more confident and calm in the process of this new life journey.