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Hi ladies! And gents :-) Question if I may....I have decided on my surgeon and have called to make a date- which I wanted as the 25th September as my children will be with my sister (school hols) however my surgeon is taking this time off so I have either the 11th September or the 9th October. My parents have their 40th wedding anniversary on the 21st October and it's 4 hours away (out west) which means I won't be able to attend' date=' we will have family from all over the place coming. So I'm trying for the 11th September. He never gave me a figure to lose, just wanted me on pre-op for 3 weeks. I have already started but it will only be 16 days by the 11th. So receptionist said lose between 5-10kg and we will consider it- but aim for 10kg. Is it possible to lose 5-10kg in two weeks????[/quote']

Hi Kayargh, sorry to hear that you couldn't get in on the date that suited you, but great news you have got one in early September and allows plenty of recovery time and off purée food by your parents anniversary and you will see a great amount of difference in your body and confidence by your trip.

In regards to the weight to lose for surgery, my doctor did not give me a number to lose, just wanted me on Optifast for 2 weeks, then on surgery day my surgeon asked me how much had I lost and I said about 5kgs as I still had dodgy scales. He said he was happy with 5kgs. So I'm sorry I can't help you anymore but I guess do your best and it will all go perfectly

I lost about 7 kgs on Optifast for 2 weeks, so, I guess close to 10 can be done. Just stick to it like glue and drink heaps and heaps of Water. A little exercise won't hurt either, but don't go nuts. I find when I exercise really hard I don't see a big difference on the scales, and thats what they're looking at.

I'm really bummed at the moment. I was asked by a group of work mates to go to the casino after work tomorrow night and I was really looking forward to it and excited to wear some of my old "skinny" clothes. I tried on 9 of my fave size 14 dresses and guess what!!!

They're too damn big!!!

I know that this is a good problem to have, but I'm nowhere near looking good in a 12 as my tummy and bust have disappeared (the boobs are always 1st to go) but my bum and thighs are still fitting into size 16 pants. I'm disappointed I didn't get to wear all of my beautiful dresses again, but happy that the weight is coming off. Just wish it would come off the areas I want it to.

I am doing two weeks pre-op with no weight loss goal stated but I know that i have lost about 4 or 5 kilos since I've been on it. I'm not doing shakes, just food so that might be why I didn't lose as much. I weighed myself on Tuesday so it could be a little more now but since I wasn't sure of my starting weight I've had to guess. Its noticable in my clothing (to family and close friends anyway) that I've lose weight...3 days to go Just sayin'

I lost about 7 kgs on Optifast for 2 weeks' date=' so, I guess close to 10 can be done. Just stick to it like glue and drink heaps and heaps of Water. A little exercise won't hurt either, but don't go nuts. I find when I exercise really hard I don't see a big difference on the scales, and thats what they're looking at.

I'm really bummed at the moment. I was asked by a group of work mates to go to the casino after work tomorrow night and I was really looking forward to it and excited to wear some of my old "skinny" clothes. I tried on 9 of my fave size 14 dresses and guess what!!!

They're too damn big!!!

I know that this is a good problem to have, but I'm nowhere near looking good in a 12 as my tummy and bust have disappeared (the boobs are always 1st to go) but my bum and thighs are still fitting into size 16 pants. I'm disappointed I didn't get to wear all of my beautiful dresses again, but happy that the weight is coming off. Just wish it would come off the areas I want it to.[/quote']

Thank u Puppyphat, although I am sorry to hear of your clothing issues! I get what your saying, u had a certain picture of what u would look like and now u feel that u won't look as good because of the uneven weightloss. But I'm willing to bet you will look absolutely beautiful in any ensomble you put together, just rock it with some confidence!! Stand in that mirror and tell yourself out loud how beautiful and sexy you are, with a big smile- sounds stupid but just try it- it may give u the confidence u r after. :-)

Thanks kayargh. You're exactly right with how I'm feeling. My mum actually said to me this week "oh no... Where have you're boobs gone? See if you can lose it from your bottom instead"

Gee, thanks mum. I'll do my best. "body, now you listen up. Put my boobs back where you found them and take my bum as ransom. Ok?"

I signed up for a slow and steady process, I should be very thankful to have reached "overweight" this soon and be a little kinder to body. It's working hard.

Hi ladies! And gents :-) Question if I may....I have decided on my surgeon and have called to make a date- which I wanted as the 25th September as my children will be with my sister (school hols) however my surgeon is taking this time off so I have either the 11th September or the 9th October. My parents have their 40th wedding anniversary on the 21st October and it's 4 hours away (out west) which means I won't be able to attend' date=' we will have family from all over the place coming. So I'm trying for the 11th September. He never gave me a figure to lose, just wanted me on pre-op for 3 weeks. I have already started but it will only be 16 days by the 11th. So receptionist said lose between 5-10kg and we will consider it- but aim for 10kg. Is it possible to lose 5-10kg in two weeks????[/quote']

Hi., I lost 5kgs during 2 week pre-op but was told weight loss was not the focus of this stage. A pity the receptionist has put the pressure on you about this. Just follow the plan and i am sure you will be fine and as Shelley said, you will look ad feelgreat by the time of your party. The sooner the better I say! Good luck!

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Thanks kayargh. You're exactly right with how I'm feeling. My mum actually said to me this week "oh no... Where have you're boobs gone? See if you can lose it from your bottom instead"

Gee' date=' thanks mum. I'll do my best. "body, now you listen up. Put my boobs back where you found them and take my bum as ransom. Ok?"

I signed up for a slow and steady process, I should be very thankful to have reached "overweight" this soon and be a little kinder to body. It's working hard.[/quote']

Oh nice one mum! Lol. Just find a good bra that supports them right and move on!!! If I ha my way my fat would leave my middle section, butt, legs and arms first and foremost, then arms and face and never the boobs....but I can guarantee my body has other plans! Yes your body is working hard and we need to love it through all it's changes, hard at times, but we are woman- good at living anything that gives us a hard time!! Lol much light and love to you and enjoy your drinks!!!!

So excited for y'alls imminent surgeries!!! Think how thin you'll be by the time I get mine done!!

I had my first really good day again today, I think it has helped to go back 2 basics, Cereal, sandwich, meat n 3 veg, fruit and nuts for snacks... And to take the pressure off myself- I mean I haven't been sleeved yet and when was the last time I stuck to being healthy for so long? A little hiccup three months out, but I have 9+ months & the rest of my life left to go!!!

I'm seeing reflexologist and physio again next week, hoping they can help with more of the pain as it has been putting me down in the dumps since it flared up last week

I can't wait to see all y'all new haircuts!!! I've always got half a dozen DIY dyes around the house but have been happy as a brunette lately. Also been afraid to show bald spot to hairdressers but need a cut pretty badly lol

Can't wait for next meet up!!! Good onya guys! And good luck Lila!!!!!!!!

Thanks Cookeez And grats on making hard changes! If it's any use, if you increase your Protein intake...if nothing else, it will help when you have to go off carbs for your pre-op diet !! That's what I wish that I had done lol. If I had I might not have had as bad a time of it early on in my diet!!!

It's so close now!!! Today is my son's actual birthday (last weekend was just his party with his mates) so I have 36 patty cakes to ice and decorate. So today should go really fast. Tomorrow is packing and getting ready to go and Sunday I am travelling to the Gold Coast.

So before I know it, I will be in the hospital waiting to have my op. I have to go to admissions at 7 am and they think I'll be operated on around 9am. Fingers crossed I will be back in my room by lunch time

Thanks Cookeez And grats on making hard changes! If it's any use' date=' if you increase your Protein intake...if nothing else, it will help when you have to go off carbs for your pre-op diet !! That's what I wish that I had done lol. If I had I might not have had as bad a time of it early on in my diet!!!

It's so close now!!! Today is my son's actual birthday (last weekend was just his party with his mates) so I have 36 patty cakes to ice and decorate. So today should go really fast. Tomorrow is packing and getting ready to go and Sunday I am travelling to the Gold Coast.

So before I know it, I will be in the hospital waiting to have my op. I have to go to admissions at 7 am and they think I'll be operated on around 9am. Fingers crossed I will be back in my room by lunch time [/quote']

Fingers crossed you have a private room that they let you shut the door of. Trust me, every single time they deliver meals to your ward you will want to keep that door shut and not venture out of your room until the trays have been cleared. The smell of the food and the sight of everybody else eatng is not ideal when you're only allowed 1 cube of ice an hr for 4 days.

I remember when I was only a couple of days away and I was so excited. This time will fly and before you know it, you'll be back on the ward resting, then back at home doing mum stuff.

Thanks Cookeez And grats on making hard changes! If it's any use' date=' if you increase your Protein intake...if nothing else, it will help when you have to go off carbs for your pre-op diet !! That's what I wish that I had done lol. If I had I might not have had as bad a time of it early on in my diet!!!

It's so close now!!! Today is my son's actual birthday (last weekend was just his party with his mates) so I have 36 patty cakes to ice and decorate. So today should go really fast. Tomorrow is packing and getting ready to go and Sunday I am travelling to the Gold Coast.

So before I know it, I will be in the hospital waiting to have my op. I have to go to admissions at 7 am and they think I'll be operated on around 9am. Fingers crossed I will be back in my room by lunch time [/quote']

All the best Lila. We will be thinking of you and can't wait to hear of your progress.

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Downer of a day today have still got a nasty cold and am on more antibiotics. Had my pre op appointment and was told that if I'm not better by Tuesday, I'll have to reschedule my sleeve on Wednesday.

Just hoping I'll get better soon! I'm depressed and therefor angry at brocollini and asparagus. So frickin sick of no meat or variety in my life! I guess I better get used to it though. Won't be eating anything like I used to for the rest of my life.

Sorry for the negativity. Just jack of everything today.

Good luck Lila, thinking about you. Keep us updated

Downer of a day today have still got a nasty cold and am on more antibiotics. Had my pre op appointment and was told that if I'm not better by Tuesday' date=' I'll have to reschedule my sleeve on Wednesday.

Just hoping I'll get better soon! I'm depressed and therefor angry at brocollini and asparagus. So frickin sick of no meat or variety in my life! I guess I better get used to it though. Won't be eating anything like I used to for the rest of my life.

Sorry for the negativity. Just jack of everything today.[/quote']

Hi Susie

I'm sorry your still sick and cross fingers you get better ASAP as can understand how disappointing it will be if your surgery is cancelled.

You will feel better once your surgery is done and I can assure you I am 6 weeks post op and can pretty much stomach anything and am satisfied with my small amounts. I am thankful that I have no interest in junk food, soft drinks etc and just want good quality food and now a healthy active lifestyle.

Keep us updated how you go, not much longer now xx

Poor susie

I lost my hair from flu-induced aspiration pneumonia earlier this year and am so sorry this bad flu has gotten to you right at the worst possible time I can imagine how long your journey has been and it must feel awful to have a rescheduling possibility looming but broccolini is your friend lol hope he boosts your immune system a little!!!

We'll all be here for you if worst happens but I hope you get better- it's almost a weekish away so you have time to recover!!!

Fingers crossed!