Hello everyone, I wanted to see how many May 2013 sleevers there are! What are you doing at this point to prepare for surgery? What are your stats?

I am scheduled for May 15th. So excited, but nervous!! I am currently 260 and my highest was 268 in February. I plan to get down to at least 250 before the two week Protein diet prior to my surgery. My goal weight is 150 which I haven't been at in about 7 years! I started my journey in January of this year. I was fortunate enough that my insurance approved me without requiring a 6 month monitored diet. I have a good amount of support, didn't start off that way though. First responses were "you're taking the easy way out", so I took them to information seminars which completely changed their views (whew!). I am extremely excited for the surgery because it's a new me. I can completely change my life habits around and start feeling better about myself physically and mentally. When I think back, I've realized my weight has kept me from making friends, going in public, and just plain living life!

I would love to hear all of your stories thus far and how your journey to getting sleeved has been!

Thanks!!

- Brooke

yay' date=' mswanda...glad you are home and feeling pretty good...I am scheduled for Monday...it's gonna be a nervous weekend for me![/quote']

Good luck for Monday!!! Remember Every day gets better!!!

Hi May sleeves! I'm scheduled for May 14th in Waxahachie, TX!

I added myself to the list...May 14th!

Here's a list! If you're not on the list, just copy/paste it in your reply and add yourself! I'm scheduled for May 14th! Maybe we can each check in after our surgery.

1st: mswanda9577, cejiogu

6th: BethAnn77, tigerbelle, JoannLz, mustangsally193

7th: ChristenOnAmission

10th: JillianMarie73

13th: natedinsmoor2, shellsheck

14th: glitter8er, lucieloo79, cinward2001, A&AMom

15th: boomarienewme, AmyinMI

16th: Chivon32, elliscoastie, victoria77

17th: Lawrence Washington

20th: misslady, randee

21st: musiclover, Bellanthin

28th: csmiles, tiffs3, kc82, Aline728

I am scheduled for Monday too! I am nervous also :/ Good luck to you!!

Good luck. I am scheduled for 8:30 Monday morning. I am nervous and anxious. I won't sleep at all Sunday night.

Good luck. I am scheduled for 8:30 Monday morning. I am nervous and anxious. I won't sleep at all Sunday night.

I go in at 7:00. I know I won't sleep either but so ready to get this weight off!! Good luck and keep me posted on how your doing.

Added myself to the list! May 22nd band to sleeve revision!

1st: mswanda9577, cejiogu

6th: BethAnn77, tigerbelle, JoannLz, mustangsally193

7th: ChristenOnAmission

10th: JillianMarie73

13th: natedinsmoor2, shellsheck

14th: glitter8er, lucieloo79, cinward2001, A&AMom

15th: boomarienewme, AmyinMI

16th: Chivon32, elliscoastie, victoria77

17th: Lawrence Washington

20th: misslady, randee

22nd: stefaniwg

21st: musiclover, Bellanthin

28th: csmiles, tiffs3, kc82, Aline728

My date is May 15. I'm in the pre-op stage, and starving, but nothing taste as good as skinny is going to feel!

1st: mswanda9577, cejiogu

6th: BethAnn77, tigerbelle, JoannLz, mustangsally193

7th: ChristenOnAmission

10th: JillianMarie73

13th: natedinsmoor2, shellsheck

14th: glitter8er, lucieloo79, cinward2001, A&AMom

15th: boomarienewme, AmyinMI, mssoutherngal

16th: Chivon32, elliscoastie, victoria77

17th: Lawrence Washington

20th: misslady, randee

22nd: stefaniwg

21st: musiclover, Bellanthin

28th: csmiles, tiffs3, kc82, Aline728

Im 2 days out and so far so good. Pretty sore, but having a pretty good evening. Water still a challenge, but had hernia fixed during surgery and everything is really tight. Should get easier as swelling goes down. Better days ahead. Good luck all.

I go in at 7:00. I know I won't sleep either but so ready to get this weight off!! Good luck and keep me posted on how your doing.

my surgery is at 8:00 am but I have to be there at 6:00 am...don't think I will sleep much at all either Sunday night...did shopping today for my post-op needs..have y'all done that already? what did you buy? what is your plan for tomorrow? I can eat a light Breakfast before 10:00 tomorrow morning, then Clear liquids the rest of the day with nothing at all after midnight

tonight was my niece's birthday, and I went out to eat with the family...it was my last real meal pre-op...we went to Carrabba's, and I had Sicilian chicken Soup , some bread, chicken parmesan with angel hair Pasta, and one spoon/taste of my niece's ice cream dessert...I think that was a fitting "last" meal--good food and with my family

My date is May 15. I'm in the pre-op stage' date=' and starving, but nothing taste as good as skinny is going to feel!

1st: mswanda9577, cejiogu

6th: BethAnn77, tigerbelle, JoannLz, mustangsally193

7th: ChristenOnAmission

10th: JillianMarie73

13th: natedinsmoor2, shellsheck

14th: glitter8er, lucieloo79, cinward2001, A&AMom

15th: boomarienewme, AmyinMI, mssoutherngal, Elissa55

16th: Chivon32, elliscoastie, victoria77

17th: Lawrence Washington

20th: misslady, randee

22nd: stefaniwg

21st: musiclover, Bellanthin

28th: csmiles, tiffs3, kc82, Aline728[/quote']

may 15th-I am also on 2 wk preop-struggling with liquids-10days preop left and two weeks postoperative to go-looking forward to mushy food:)

I am here at the hospital 2 days post op. i will give you some insight to my experience..first off, i am in mexico at hospital mi doctor. the facility here is adequate..not super advanced like what i am used to in the states but its enough. the doctors were fantastic and most of the nurses have been great. with all that being said, i am in a bit of pain still, though its not constant pain. i am not even sure why..it may be this drain, gas, or just stomach..not sure but seems common among the other sleevers on the floor. the xray leak test was awful..drinking the barium made me vomit almost...a necessary evil..one thing i was not prepared for...i am drinking juice now but it hurts every single time i sip it..doctor says this is normal and should stop after a week..any experience with that? i didnt have the left should pain but have had gas pains..they last for a few seconds then pass. i have walked and honestly havent had to use the gas x as much as i read on here that others do. im happy to be getting the drain and iv out today. my iv hand is swollen and my belly is swollen still from gas though im tooting and burping it out little by little..other than that, i feel pretty ok...in all honestly i did wake up from surgery wondering what the hell i just did to myself but i am sure the results will make the hard work worth it..good luck guys

You are my newest rock star. I love the post you just did. I am still pre-op, was hoping for a May date, but only a miracle can make than happen now. Anyway, you gave such a complete, no holds barred account of your experience, I am sure it will help many people. It certainly helped me!

You have just done at least 1 month (maybe more) of community service, so in case you get arrested for being too excited about your success, you can say you've already done the time!

I love your description of passing gas (tooting and burping). I'm a big tooter because I have IBS. I can only imagine (with dread) how noticeable it will be after surgery. Then I'll have a whole 'nother different reason for hiding in my apartment. LOL

I am tecno challenged and cant seem to add my date. May 14th for me. SassySenior, i am there too. I played a wind instrument in band but now play the intestinal bagbipes. Lol. Lucky for me the restroom at work is close by.

Congrats to trophy and sms. I hope your recovery is quick and the lifestyle changes easy to adapt to for you.

my surgery is at 8:00 am but I have to be there at 6:00 am...don't think I will sleep much at all either Sunday night...did shopping today for my post-op needs..have y'all done that already? what did you buy? what is your plan for tomorrow? I can eat a light Breakfast before 10:00 tomorrow morning' date=' then Clear liquids the rest of the day with nothing at all after midnight

tonight was my niece's birthday, and I went out to eat with the family...it was my last real meal pre-op...we went to Carrabba's, and I had Sicilian chicken Soup , some bread, chicken parmesan with angel hair Pasta, and one spoon/taste of my niece's ice cream dessert...I think that was a fitting "last" meal--good food and with my family[/quote']

Ahh Carrabba's sounds so good!! I went out to dinner last night for my daughters birthday. I played it kinda safe and had a salad :/ Now I wish I had eaten something tastier

I have to be there at 7:00 but probably wont get into the o.r. until 10:00 ish. I bought gas x strips.. chapstick.. facial cleansing white..baby wipes..and then I will bring my toothbrush and hairbrush. I cant think of anything else. I plan to just rest..maybe watch t.v. Idk what to expect. I finally told my parents and they were very happy for me so I am going in tomorrow feeling more excited and positive than I imagined I will post as soon as I am in recovery stage. Take care and good luck!!