I know there is an October group here somewhere but I thought I would start this off by introducing ourselves!

I'm 25 years old and from British Columbia, Canada. My surgery is set for October 2. My pre op ensure shake diet starts September 2 but I have started a week early for a head start I am

A nurse by profession and engaged but no kids. With my history of PCOS kids will come after I drop the weight. Starting weight: 280lbs Current Weight: 275 and losing everyday!!

Hi Brooke! I'm in NC as well. Is Dr Heider at Lake Norman your surgeon?

No I'm doing mine at CMC-northeast with Dr. Villanueva

October 30 is my date!! I am very excited and nervous! 43 yo with three children and a wonderful husband! I am bigger than anyone that I have seen posting, 341 pounds! My husband and I were high school sweethearts and when we first got together I was 117 lbs so he has seen me through thick and thin... A bad automobile accidentback in 1987 immobilized me for a while then I proceeded to put on weight for years. Needless to say, I am tired of lugging this weight!! It has been weighing me down for far too long! I am inspired by those of you that have done this already. Worried that I do not see anyone a heavy as me but thankful that I am finally getting this done!

Hi' date=' it is with heavy heart that I must leave the October Sleevers. I have been moved up to September. Please allow me to retain honourary member status.[/quote']

Congrats!!!

October 30 is my date!! I am very excited and nervous! 43 yo with three children and a wonderful husband! I am bigger than anyone that I have seen posting, 341 pounds! My husband and I were high school sweethearts and when we first got together I was 117 lbs so he has seen me through thick and thin... A bad automobile accidentback in 1987 immobilized me for a while then I proceeded to put on weight for years. Needless to say, I am tired of lugging this weight!! It has been weighing me down for far too long! I am inspired by those of you that have done this already. Worried that I do not see anyone a heavy as me but thankful that I am finally getting this done!

Congrats. We have the same date!. I am getting mine done. OCT 30th. with Dr. Alvarez in mexico. I am not looking forward to the 3 weeks of pre-op diet but it must be done.

So I talk to BCBS and I am APPROVED!!!!

I am wanting to the 1st date available in Oct. if my doctor receives the approval letter anytime soon...

Just glad to know I'm approved the wait drove me crazy

My surgery for 10-9 has been postponed to

An unknown date , i tested positive for H Pylori so 2 weeks of antibiotics , wait two weeks , and

Retest ... Hopefuly I will still be an October sleever !

I sent you a message

No problem. I have a friend who is a nurse at the VA. Carol is her name. She is a tall woman, also a big person.

To all of you upcoming sleevers, you will be so happy you did this! I love my sleeve because it keeps me in check, I hold four to six ounces at a time and I am not hungry all the time! Also no more food guilt. My sleeve was done on August 28th and have lost 28 pounds since August 23, when I started my preop diet. I am on a soft diet and have only had one food intolerance to applesauce. Very little nausea and pain. Honestly, I think my csection four years ago was worse. The afternoon after surgery I was walking around with my Iv pole. One thing about abdominal surgery, get up and start moving as soon as possible, because it gets gas moving out and helps with soreness, stiffness, pneumonia, and blood clots. The first week swallowing liquids is a little strange and you feel a lot of restriction, but it gets way better everyday. Remember sip very slow and drink all the time because dehydration is a real issue. I ate lots of sugar free eddys fruit bars, because they went down very easy. I still enjoy a big cup of coffee everyday with Splenda and creamer, but I drink lots of water and sometimes use mio in my water. Iced tea is also good. You are going too be amazed how full you feel on such small amounts. Finally, I am not a prisoner to plates of food! Make sure you have some gasx strips or chewables, because they are a must have almost daily. The gas is intense but gets better after a couple of weeks, but I belch now more than ever,lol. You will probably be really nervous on surgery day, but you will be so happy it is over when you wake up. The relief I felt was like a ton of bricks were lifted off my shoulder. Now my focus is walking 20 to 30 minutes four or five days a week and getting in my protein. I really like the Gladiator powder from smoothie king because it has 45 grams per two scoops and fruit smoothies taste awesome with it. It is a push everyday to get 70 grams in, but I don't want hair or muscle loss, just fat. I hope my post helps, because so many people on this site helped me out with my surgery pre and post op questions. Good luck to all of you and my God be with all of you on this amazing journey!

Hi' date=' it is with heavy heart that I must leave the October Sleevers. I have been moved up to September. Please allow me to retain honourary member status.[/quote']

Of course you will retain honorary member status! U are going to be our mentor when it's our turn

To all of you upcoming sleevers' date=' you will be so happy you did this! I love my sleeve because it keeps me in check, I hold four to six ounces at a time and I am not hungry all the time! Also no more food guilt. My sleeve was done on August 28th and have lost 28 pounds since August 23, when I started my preop diet. I am on a soft diet and have only had one food intolerance to applesauce. Very little nausea and pain. Honestly, I think my csection four years ago was worse. The afternoon after surgery I was walking around with my Iv pole. One thing about abdominal surgery, get up and start moving as soon as possible, because it gets gas moving out and helps with soreness, stiffness, pneumonia, and blood clots. The first week swallowing liquids is a little strange and you feel a lot of restriction, but it gets way better everyday. Remember sip very slow and drink all the time because dehydration is a real issue. I ate lots of sugar free eddys fruit bars, because they went down very easy. I still enjoy a big cup of coffee everyday with Splenda and creamer, but I drink lots of water and sometimes use mio in my water. Iced tea is also good. You are going too be amazed how full you feel on such small amounts. Finally, I am not a prisoner to plates of food! Make sure you have some gasx strips or chewables, because they are a must have almost daily. The gas is intense but gets better after a couple of weeks, but I belch now more than ever,lol. You will probably be really nervous on surgery day, but you will be so happy it is over when you wake up. The relief I felt was like a ton of bricks were lifted off my shoulder. Now my focus is walking 20 to 30 minutes four or five days a week and getting in my protein. I really like the Gladiator powder from smoothie king because it has 45 grams per two scoops and fruit smoothies taste awesome with it. It is a push everyday to get 70 grams in, but I don't want hair or muscle loss, just fat. I hope my post helps, because so many people on this site helped me out with my surgery pre and post op questions. Good luck to all of you and my God be with all of you on this amazing journey![/quote']

Great to know , thanks for posting this !!! It is just what i needed to hear

I know there is an October group here somewhere but I thought I would start this off by introducing ourselves!

I'm 25 years old and from British Columbia, Canada. My surgery is set for October 2. My pre op ensure shake diet starts September 2 but I have started a week early for a head start I am

A nurse by profession and engaged but no kids. With my history of PCOS kids will come after I drop the weight. Starting weight: 280lbs Current Weight: 275 and losing everyday!!

Hi there. Looks like your surgery is right around the corner. I was waiting on the sidelines, until TODAY! I'm right before you, Oct 1st, and reality is slowly setting in. We have a similar starting weight too. I wish you the best in your surgery, in your recovery, and in your new life!! Cheers!

October 30 is my date!! I am very excited and nervous! 43 yo with three children and a wonderful husband! I am bigger than anyone that I have seen posting, 341 pounds! My husband and I were high school sweethearts and when we first got together I was 117 lbs so he has seen me through thick and thin... A bad automobile accidentback in 1987 immobilized me for a while then I proceeded to put on weight for years. Needless to say, I am tired of lugging this weight!! It has been weighing me down for far too long! I am inspired by those of you that have done this already. Worried that I do not see anyone a heavy as me but thankful that I am finally getting this done!

Hi dear! Just wanted to let you know that you are not alone. I am bigger than most of those posting here, too, I am on my pre-op liquid diet right now for surgery on the 1st of October. Just remember that size is relative to everyone posting here - we just need the community support of those that are in similar positions. I wish you well on your surgery - You are gonna rock it!

Hello! I was just scheduled for surgery October 9th, Dr Zare, San Jose Ca. Can hardy wait to be fit & thin!

Hi there. Looks like your surgery is right around the corner. I was waiting on the sidelines' date=' until TODAY! I'm right before you, Oct 1st, and reality is slowly setting in. We have a similar starting weight too. I wish you the best in your surgery, in your recovery, and in your new life!! Cheers![/quote']

Thank u! I will be thinking of u during my pre op 1 day clear fluid prep I'm down to 266 now. Have u started ur pre op yet? The best is yet to come !!

October 1st here. Just got approved for LOA from work'! So excited and a little scared. I'm 48 with 3 grown kids and 2 grandsons ' date=' I'm a nurse of 18 years experience. Most worried about not losing all the excess weight and acid reflux for eternity. I'm an hour south of Chicago.

Best wishes for all of us!![/quote']

Where is your Dr. located in live in Chicago looking for a dr. Good luck with your surgery!