Hey all! I'm new around these parts

My surgery is scheduled for January 7th and I was wondering if there are any others schedule for the big day in January 2013 ...?

All these long pre op diets! I have been doing good on my diet but have cheated a few times I will confess. Other than just the regular diet I've been on, I only have two days of pre op diet (liquids). My last day to eat normally will be jan 6th and I am planning on going out to dinner with my hubby. Make a date night since we never take time for ourselves anyway. Just need to decide on what my 'last meal' should look like. In between then and now, I still have New Years, 2 birthday parties and a baby shower. Heaven help me make it through those!

Surprisingly I haven't had anyone say anything negative. But I've only told my immediate family and a couple of close friends. I guess if someone keeps telling you about their concerns' date=' try to get down to specifics. The research the issue to understand it. Have a frank discussion with your family about it and ask for their support.

Personally if my family didn't support me in this I would not talk to them about it at all. Surround yourself with positive supportive people, see if your doctor have a support group you can join. My doctor has support group meetings once a week.

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@Blue Star Mom

Thanks fir the advice, I'm tired of explaining my self to people. I think im just gonna keep everything to my self. My Doc. do have a support group and I will meet with them.

I have been having cold feet the last day or so. I know I can handle the post op but the actual surgery scares the crud out of me. My husband thinks I crazy and said I will be fine but I can't help it. I worry that something drastic will happen and I will leave my boys without a mom. I have to keep talking myself into it. I've been under general 1 other time for my wisdom teeth and did great. I am 29' date=' obese but no other health issues.

My surgeon said my risk factors would be way lower bases on that information but I still worry. I think I plan to hold my breath until about 5 weeks out|[/quote']

Its not so bad being under anesthesia, its kind of cool you can feel yourself going under, its like the best sleep!! I've been under 2x and it wasnt bad.Hang in there.Atleast yiu have a good support system.

Its not so bad being under anesthesia' date=' its kind of cool you can feel yourself going under, its like the best sleep!! I've been under 2x and it wasnt bad.Hang in there.Atleast yiu have a good support system.[/quote']

You're right about the good sleep. I don't sleep well at all, and the worst part of surgery is being woken up in the recovery area. I just want to be allowed to sleep! It's such a luxury.

I, too, feel like I am nesting! Surgery date is Jan. 16 and I started my pre op diet today. Last night my hubby and four of my friends took me to a nice restaurant for dinner. ( I called it my "Last Supper" lol). Today, it's protein shakes and one tiny meal. But I am ready and excited about my surgery date, so I've started gathering the items to take to the hospital and cleaning my house.

Mine is the 16th too. We had our "food funeral" last night too, Tomorrow my house is getting a makeover so that it is ready when I get home. I have already started packing for the hospital and gathering things for after surgery such as loose clothing and packing away clothes I will not ever wear again.

Good Luck and stay in touch!

I'm scheduled for Jan. 21st. Hoping all my pre-op test go well. I'm nervous and excited.

Do you have a plan.....I've been faithfully using MyFitnessPal....it was suggested from a friend (sleevedandbeautiful).....it works I can see what she's eating and she can see what I'm eating and exercising...it holds me accountable...let me know if you're on MFP.

That sounds like a great plan where you have a buddy to keep you accountable. I may try that.

It's not been a good for day for me! It is day 6 on my pre diet and I just ate a bunch of chips! I have stopped now. It's going to be a long New Year's Eve for me, we always go out to dinner and then to a dance/party and we aren't going this year, to many temptations for me, so we are staying home and eating shrimp. Have a wonderful clean eating, safe New Year's Eve, January sleevers!

Ok question? Im scheduled for surgery Jan7 after looking over my info packet I notice I should have been taking a lot of vitamins b1 b12 calcium multivitamin etc 1 wk ago I just started yesterday. ..will they cancel my surgery??

Is anyone else excited about getting some time off from work? My mother in law is taking my baby for the first few days since I won't be able to lift her up and chase after her for a bit. I'm kinda looking forward to some time to hang out at home, drink my broth, read my Kindle, and watch something other than Disney Junior!! Lol!

My surgery is scheduled for 1/28/13. I have spent the last 6 months going through all the preparations required by my insurance. I lost 20 pounds during the process. I had lost 50 pounds in 2010 with weight watchers, but could never break the 300 pound marker. I am anxious to start this journey, but a little apprehensive too. Good luck with your surgery.

Profsparks

My Dr never had me get ready with vitamins, B 12, or calcium citrate he said ill start that after surgery. It should not be a deciding factor for surgery but make sure you follow it afterwards or your health will diminish. I'm excited for you. Don't worry!!

Mine is Jan 9th I'm counting the days. I started at 289 lbs and with per op diet I am 274 today hoping to be 270 by 9th that is almost 20 down before surgery. It wasn't easy but so worth it! I haven't been below 200 in over 30 years. I can't even dream about it because I can't remember it!! It is going to be awesome and weird. I'm concentrating on walking afterwards and not picking anything up for a long while. I think we should baby ourselves as long as we can to protect ourselves from leaks.

Is anyone else excited about getting some time off from work? My mother in law is taking my baby for the first few days since I won't be able to lift her up and chase after her for a bit. I'm kinda looking forward to some time to hang out at home' date=' drink my broth, read my Kindle, and watch something other than Disney Junior!! Lol![/quote']

I am a little torn. I'm in a new position so not great to have a bunch of time off. I was off work for 10 months on a workers comp issue, went back in September and they refused to let me go back to my same position. I had to fight with them for months to get the position I have now, so I would like to only take 2 weeks off if all goes well. In that 2 weeks however.... I am going to pamper myself. And just this morning I was looking for books to download. Both my fave authors have new books I haven't read! Now I'm trying to hold myself back from reading them right now! It's like buying yourself a Christmas present in sept but not allowing yourself to open it till Christmas Day. 9 more days, I think I can make it...

Ok question? Im scheduled for surgery Jan7 after looking over my info packet I notice I should have been taking a lot of vitamins b1 b12 calcium multivitamin etc 1 wk ago I just started yesterday. ..will they cancel my surgery??

I was told by my Dr. Almanza To stop taking everything including Blood thinners, I'm confused as there are so many different Pre-op diets being given.. good luck!!! Not sure what the B vitamins will provide You?????