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Im December 4 with Dr. Lopez! Im starting to get a little nervous.

Are you In TJ? I am also on the 4th with Dr Garcia at Mi hospital

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Are you In TJ? I am also on the 4th with Dr Garcia at Mi hospital

Yes, my surgery is also at Mi Hospital. Hopefully we can meet when we arrive. Are you ready? The countdown is on....

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Yay December sleevers ! Anyone else dec 15 ? I feel like I haven't seen that date lol I'm so excited and nervous x) first surgery ever and the nerves are stating to set in

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Today I finally had a last hurdle, my stress test. I have my appointment with my surgeon on Thursday and a date for surgery -Dec 6. I didn't have my sleeve class yet with the dietician and nurse but it will probably be next week. I am debating whether to pick chocolate or strawberry for the Protein Drink they supply for the week before surgery. Mostly I am wondering which I would be least likely to get tired or sick of.

I am a list maker and planner. So I was thinking if we brainstormed maybe we could help pre and post op be smoother. So here are some of my thoughts, please feel free to add to it.

So what have others done to prepare for surgery? What Protein Drinks have you tried? What 'gear*' have you thought about getting?

* drink shakers, food measuring, smaller utensils, exercise equipment

Considering we are getting surgery in Dec, how are you prepping for your holiday ahead of time with shopping?

How are you altering your schedule and when do you think you will be doing most of your regular obligations again?

The people you haven't told yet but are planning to tell, how and when are you going to tell them?

I actually went and bought some toddler sized spoons, forks, bowls, plates, and cups. The nutritionist suggested that this would help with getting used to the new sized portions and taking small bites. I got one tub of vanilla Protein and one of strawberry kiwi. i figured I could do more with the vanilla based on the different recipes that they gave us. You can add bananas, berries and Peanut Butter and blend it up. As for the strawberry kiwi it tastes great just mixed in Water.< /p>

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I actually went and bought some toddler sized spoons, forks, bowls, plates, and cups. The nutritionist suggested that this would help with getting used to the new sized portions and taking small bites. I got one tub of vanilla Protein and one of strawberry kiwi. i figured I could do more with the vanilla based on the different recipes that they gave us. You can add bananas, berries and Peanut Butter and blend it up. As for the strawberry kiwi it tastes great just mixed in Water.< /p>

I got the toddler forks and spoons too! Thanks for the other ideas!

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Just got a huge shock! My husband called and he has been laid off. He was at his job since 2001 and this was totally unexpected. He is our only income. So I guess this will be a good test of dealing with stress and head hunger. We have several college tuitions to pay for our kids along with other bills. We will have insurance for a few months. Just praying and clinging to God.

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Just got a huge shock! My husband called and he has been laid off. He was at his job since 2001 and this was totally unexpected. He is our only income. So I guess this will be a good test of dealing with stress and head hunger. We have several college tuitions to pay for our kids along with other bills. We will have insurance for a few months. Just praying and clinging to God.

Just prayed for you that God takes control of the situation and that your stress level stays down will continue to pray ! Good Luck with everything and God Bless

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I'm Dec. 10th! Good Luck! :D

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Hey December sleevers!!! My date is almost here (dec 4th) nervous and excited at the same time. Please pray for me,Friday is my last day of work n this work week has been a week from hell. My boss has finally come to realize I'm going to have my surgery n she has not spoken to me all week.(can you say tense in the office) my co worker beat me down,kicked me and stepped on me when she told me that I messed up her vacation n me having surgery is not an accomplishment:( talking about a low blow! GUESS WHAT!IM READY FOR MY NEW JOURNEY N NEXT A NEW WORK ATMOSPHERE! My new journey does not include non supporters or haters, take a walk in my shoes then try judging.

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Hey December sleevers!!! My date is almost here (dec 4th) nervous and excited at the same time. Please pray for me,Friday is my last day of work n this work week has been a week from hell. My boss has finally come to realize I'm going to have my surgery n she has not spoken to me all week.(can you say tense in the office) my co worker beat me down,kicked me and stepped on me when she told me that I messed up her vacation n me having surgery is not an accomplishment:( talking about a low blow! GUESS WHAT!IM READY FOR MY NEW JOURNEY N NEXT A NEW WORK ATMOSPHERE! My new journey does not include non supporters or haters, take a walk in my shoes then try judging.

So Sorry that you are dealing with so much negativity. Tomorrow is my last day of work until January 7th. I have surgery the same day as you :). I am sooo excited to get started on this journey. Take care of you and know that you have all of our support here and don't worry about what those negative nellie's have to say. :)

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Thanks deeriggs, where are u from, I'm from nj. I see my surgeon tomorrow hopefully he will tell me how long I will be out of work, I fell like I don't want to go bk n have to deal with the negativity or the tension of sitting in the office under my boss everyday.

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I have my sugery December 17th too.

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I am scheduled for December 13th!!!! So excited!

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      Soooo I am coming to a realization
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