6 Month Pre-Op Diet Seems To Taking Forever! Oh And I'm New :)

[ilikebunnies 48]

Hi! I was just banded on this past Tues. and I know the 6 months of waiting seems like forever. I just tried to go about my everyday life and not think about it. I did get into an exercise routine, some of which I will pick back up next week. I really did not concentrate on losing wt during that 6 months. I joined Weight Watchers, exercised, and saw my internist monthly. I really only lost about 12# but my endurance is greatly increased due to the exercise routine.You will feel better before surgery and your healing will be quicker. When I look back, the time really flew. Hang in there, enjoy your everyday life, and it'll be here before you know it! I had thought my surgery would be the end of April or first of May, but received a call from the surgeon's office on April 2nd saying I had been approved and that they had a cancellation on the 10th if I wanted the slot. I actually hesitated a second because I had not mentally prepared myself for having it that quick. Just make sure you have everything in place before you are finished with your 6 months. I had to order Protein and have it shipped quickly, run to the store to purchase stuff for full and Clear Liquids, rush to my pre-op visit with the surgeon and to preadmission testing and for labs. The 6 months is a good time to use to get mentally prepared also and to prepare your family for the changes.

So far, it's been a breeze since Tuesday. The worst part has been the pain at the port site. I don't even realize I have the other puncture sites. I did not have the post-op gas pain in my shoulder that is common and I have not been hungry so far. I even walked my little dog this morning and feel great. I'm considering cooking dinner for my family tonight too.

Good luck and let me know how you are doing. I'm here whenever you want to talk. Just hang in there!

Debbie

Thanks Debbie! I can't believe you just had it done and you are recovering so quickly, thats amazing! I am so anxious to get the ball going I have lost sight of preparing myself. Thanks for the words of encouragement!

[daisychains7 427]

That is awesome btw! When is your surgery date?

Thank you! I meet with my surgeon on the 19th so will find out then.