SoccerMomma73

Nope all good, get a B12 shot the first of every month and just got my pre-op labs back and my Iron was the highest it's ever been (yay flint stones!!!!). I'm telling ya, it's just the drastic diet change. No fuel to burn the fire that keeps me going!!! As I lay here listening to my tummy grumble :/ HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 248

No worries, it'll work out (and I do get. A whole week post-op to rest and recover!!!) my friends and family are doing all the can to help, I'm just not used to needing any help. HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 248

Awww. Thanks, that's so sweet!!! I'm actually doing decently with the food (for the most part....I do have my moments!!). It's the complete and total exhaustion that's kicking my butt!!!! I worked 9 hours today then when straight from the office to my son's school to start setting up for tomorrows Cub Scout pinewood derby races. From there to wal-mart to pick up the big stuff we need at home before I have surgery (heavy stuff I won't be lifting for a while, cat food, dog food, etc). About half way through wal mart I thought my legs were just going to give out. Actually took effort to lift my feet and take steps. I'm drinking a ton, well over 100 oz a day (I essentially drink Water or crystal light all day long), I'm getting in well over my Protein requirements, but I'm averaging 600-700 calories a day and have virtually no carbs...and there's just no get up and go left!! I'm a single mom with an 8 year old, I'm the treasurer for his Cub Scout den, attempting to hold together an odd but fabulous relationship on the sly with an amazing man, and a family practice physician assistant. We are almost always busy going and doing something....I'm just not used to slowing down and apparently I'm going to have to for a bit. And I don't like it!!! . Okay done whining for a little while Wait, one more, I started my period today and I'd give my right arm for some ibuprofen and a hunk of cheesecake. Okay, now I'm done whining! Thank you so much for the pep talk!

Okay, the pre-op diet has officially kicked my butt. Ten more days to go and currently laying on my bed wondering if I actually have the strength left to get back up and walk to the bathroom (10 feet away). I am whooped. HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 248

My doc says normal foods after 2 months....avoid sweets and fats but nothing is forbidden if eaten in appropriate quantities and chewed well. HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

Grumpy and exhausted..... HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

Yup yup yup agree with ya both!!!!!

I had to pay the entire 700 for the surgeon up front, the hospital will take payments after....

Welcome Pam!!! And good luck tomorrow Edm852!!!! So excited that its finally here for us!!!!! Then 5 more on Monday!!!! Yay!!! Edm852-February 1 somaiswhat-February 4 mzpicoza-February 4 erin0929-February 4 Misscelia-February 4 DarcyA66-February 4 Rose333-February 6 Kat77-February 6 Spunkielor-February 6 Misty1976-February 6 monken-February 6 Debbiebydesign-February 7 Br3n143-February 11 SoccerMomma73-February 11 rocky-February 11 Kellyk2511-Febrary 11 DreamInColor-February 12 lisaarellano-February 13 mzwilliams2u-February 13 ArmyWife&Mom-February 14 karioke2012-February 14 Padlrd-February 14 Sleevemeup-February 14 Montage-February 15 gra5u5-February 19 feruzie-February 20 agirloffaith-February 20 Pam Peltz-February 20 one day at a time-February 22 Lovely Luna-February 22 Foranewme-February 25 sol-February 25 chrissy61483-February 25 pookybear-February 27 HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

That's where I got em from! HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

Good luck!!!!!!! HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

Okay so I've been griping and griping about Protein shakes....a friend that had RNY a couple years ago told me to order the Syntrax sample pack. HOLY COW!!!! I had some fruity thing for dinner that was the best Protein shake I've had so far, not fabulous, but not horrible (23 grams of protein, 100 calories), then decided to go for the Oreo for bedtime snack. Made it with 1%milk and OMG it was DELICIOUS!!!! Even had the 8 year old try it out, then he tried to steal it. No after taste or chemical taste. With milk 31grams of protein and 200 calories, still not bad at all!!!! I can't do Oreo for every meal but I'll be doing at least 1a day for sure. Actually excited to try some of the other flavors tomorrow. Woohoo!!!! HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

Not from me! Actually it's almost empty, coworkers have taken care of it. I walked out of the breakroom this morning chomping on a pickle (allowed this week only on my pre-op) and one of my lab girls started yelling 'what are you eating, don't you going cheating' til I showed her my pickle love that I work with such amazing folks who are all so supportive. It sure does help!!!!

Protein shake, SF Jello, Water....bleh (note the red bowl at the far end of the table...it's full of candy).

Where did you find the PB2?????

I was just thinking about you earlier and wondering if you're crazy with excitement!!! Will be thinking of you! Please let us know you're out and doing okay when you get a chance . Good luck!!!!!

Welcome Chrissy!!!! Edm852-February 1 somaiswhat-February 4 mzpicoza-February 4 erin0929-February 4 Misscelia-February 4 DarcyA66-February 4 Rose333-February 6 Kat77-February 6 Spunkielor-February 6 Misty1976-February 6 monken-February 6 Debbiebydesign-February 7 Br3n143-February 11 SoccerMomma73-February 11 rocky-February 11 Kellyk2511-Febrary 11 DreamInColor-February 12 lisaarellano-February 13 mzwilliams2u-February 13 ArmyWife&Mom-February 14 karioke2012-February 14 Padlrd-February 14 Sleevemeup-February 14 Montage-February 15 gra5u5-February 19 feruzie-February 20 agirloffaith-February 20 one day at a time-February 22 Lovely Luna-February 22 Foranewme-February 25 sol-February 25 chrissy61483-February 25 pookybear-February 27

I'm trying to get up the gumption to take body photos pre-op so I can monitor progress down the road but ewwwww I hate pictures of me!!!!! HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

You're normal to worry!!! That's means you're taking it seriously that's a good thing!!!! You've done your homework, you're ready for a change, you'll do great!!!! HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

Good luck!!!!!! HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

Ohhhhh or fruity pebbles........ HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

When I had my lapband I told only those closest to me (close friends, family, coworkers) after I started losing and patients (I'm a family practice physician assistant) started asking me how I was losing, I decided to come clean...I couldn't look them in the eye and say diet and exercise while knowing how hard they've struggled. I got a few 'why'd you do that, you're not that big' and 'OMG that's so unsafe' comments but was really blown over by the support almost everyone gave me. Then my band and I started fighting...and things went south and I had a emergency removal....when I started talking RNY, again, a free people freaked but my response is 'I know the risks, I'm educated in the procedure, this is what I need to do for me' and if they start suggesting Adkins or WW or whatever I just smile and wish them well....I'll answer any questions they have,but I won't argue a personal decision that ultimately only effects me and my 8 year old (well and my mom and dad that get to babysit all of us and our 2 dogs that week!). The difference between being 290 and 230 was amazing, I was so much more involved in my sons activities and got to be a part of his life so much more....I can only imagine what 250 down to where ever I get will be like! Thankfully my family supports me, my dearest friends support me, my co-workers support me. My son is a character and always telling me I'm not fat, I'm just a little chubby but I don't need the surgery to get beautiful because I already am, but he's happy I'm getting the surgery because he wants me to be healthy and live a very long time. Love that boy!!! Do what's best for you. I'm glad I can claim it....and ultimately be a role model for some. HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251

And glad we could make you feel better HW 312, pre-op (lap-band) 294, pre-op (RNY) 251, surgery date 2/11/13, goal weight 154, current weight 251