I just became a member to this group. I got my surgery date today, Feb 18 and have bounced back and forth from euphoric to terrified. I have tried so many things to lose weight, but this is the most radical. I really believe that this is my best chance to change my life and be healthy, but there have been a few moments today that I thought Oh my God, can I really do this? I start my pre surgery low calorie diet tomorrow and am trying to get myself in the right mind set for this. Does everyone swing back and forth like this? One minute I'm so ready and the next I am so apprehensive.

I am also going in on Feb18th so if you need support we can do this together! It is a huge step, but I'm 27 and 250lbs....and it's just tone to be done being fat once and for All. I have 4 family members that went through this and it was the best decision they made. Everyone is afraid it "won't work for them" but just be sensible and let the sleeve do the rest. If you have any questions let me know. I've been on this forum for 6 months. You can fb me too by searching for Sarah stark. Good luck! Oh and don't sweat the prep diet, I was a food addict, mainly carbs. Once you get past the 3 day hump it's waaaay easier.

Thanks, I think it will be easier with the support of those going thru the same thing. My family is supportive but they don't know really because none of them has done this.

February 18th here too!!!!! Just started my pre-op diet. I really enjoy the support of the people I have been in contact with from this group. And there are so many people on the 18th & 19th! Where is everyone having their surgery? I was denied by my insurance so I am going to Tijuana.

Feb. 18th here too. 2nd day of pre-op diet. 2 proteins and a small meal. We can do it. So far so good, just a little headache and I won't lie I'm hungry. Really looking forward to my small dinner.

Centra state hospital in nj with dr sowemimo. Counting the days!

day 2 of the low calorie diet. I felt pretty good about it until this evening. Right now I want to snack on something, anything. I'm not going to give in to the urge to eat, but I wish I could have just a small snack.

Feb 18th too! ! I am 238 as if this morning....I am in arkansas....where are the other 18ers from?

From Texas. Fourth day of pre op diet. Yesterday was my birthday and my daughter (who I haven't told yet) gave me chocolate cherries. I smiled big and said thank you, but that box is sitting there and I'm trying not to look at it

From Texas. Fourth day of pre op diet. Yesterday was my birthday and my daughter (who I haven't told yet) gave me chocolate cherries. I smiled big and said thank you' date=' but that box is sitting there and I'm trying not to look at it[/quote']

I start my preop diet Monday...it looks easier than most peeps! 2 shakes and a small meal a day ....she gave us a list of things to eat if we were just really hungry as Snacks....weird, huh?

hey I'm 22 years old I just had my surgery on Tuesday I won't lie I had second thoughts about it butt I was ready.. I'm tired of crying when nothing fit me I was tired of everyone not accepting me for me this was my last choice I tried every diet but nothing worked... but a day in the hospital was good I started walking and didn't have pain just beware once u r off the medicine from the hospital you will have alot of pain make sure u take your medicine anddd make sure u don't ask for liquid Percocet I did biggest mistake... and honestly it's best to buy a syringe may sound stupid but it helps honestly I love this app we can all talk and help each other.. I was 201 I'm down 193 and I just got surgery but honestly worse part is I like to nip at stuff soo sucks but Im okay with the jello and all types of juice just make sure noooo pulp u ladies will be fine I wish u all best of luck

Yesterday I got my time for surgery....gotta be there at 5:30 am! Whoa!

Yesterday I got my time for surgery....gotta be there at 5:30 am! Whoa!

goood luck you you'll do great )) keep us posted

my surgery time is 10. I will have to be there by 8. Not as bad as 5:30, but I work really weird hours and for me 8 o'clock is really early. I keep reading all the encouraging words here and keep hoping it all turns out good. I have moments when I'm not sure about this, but I feel like the ship has sailed on the idea of backing out. Just have to remember what the goal is here and not be distracted

Monday is the day. I'm getting anxious.... What is everyone bringing to the hospital? How long is the actual procedure?

don't stress you'll be fine... don't bring anything to the hospital it's crazy if u doo lol ur only in there 1 day make sure u go with sweats n a big shirt. that's all good luck