I finally have my surgery date (8/14) and I am beyond excited. Looking for some sleeve buddies to go through this process with. I have been making changes already and so far so good. I have increased my activity level and stopped drinking Diet Dr Pepper, which was a huge change for me. What is everyone else doing to prepare? Does anyone who is post op have any helpful tips for things to have on hand after surgery?

I have been on my pre-op diet since 8/1 and boy it has been hard!! Im only allow the protein drinks and shakes from my doctor's office as well as some green veggies. Today i cheated bad had like an oz of rice and some grill chicken breast and a spoonful of pasta salad and i feel soooo guilty!!! My surgery

Is 8/15

Is 8/15

I'm scheduled for the 15th - excited and terrified (I have a very large type 3 hiatal hernia that will be repaired first, then what's left of my tummy will be sleeved). I just found out that my BFF is flying cross country to be with me and my fam for the surgery, and I'm so excited.

Congratulations!!!!

I start my pre-op diet tomorrow for 2 weeks - surgery on 8/19. Diet consists of mostly protein shakes, yogurt, cheese, strained soups, apple sauce, jello and fat free and sugar free pudding. Oh and oatmeal, cream of wheat and skim milk. No caffeine or carbonated beverages.

Blessings all!

You must be in my area - my diet is exactly the same. I'm having mine done at Baylor of Grapevine. Aug 13.

on my way to hospital for 630 the journey begins

on my way to hospital for 630 the journey begins

Praying for you

I'm tentatively scheduled for Aug 15, pending final approval from insurance...excited and nervous now that it's so close!

(Raises hand) Me' date=' me! I am having surgery August 5th. It can't get here soon enough.[/quote']

How are you feeling now that you're on the other side?

I'm having mine done on August 19th' date=' and an incredibly excited! I'm trying to be better about my eating (a big step for me, as I love junk food) and today when I realized I needed groceries, I put on the brand new walking shoes I bought yesterday, threw on my backpack, and walked a mile to the store! Whatever I purchased, I carried home on my back or in a bag. In this crazy heat, the sweat ran like rain, my friend! LOL!

Anyway, eating better and going to try to walk 45 min (at least) 5 days a week. I'm new to the site and would love some new friends to go through the process with too!

Good luck![/quote']

You're a stronger woman than me to get your walking done outside this time of year...this Texas heat makes it pretty much unbearable for me! Kudos to you for being so committed!

I am scheduled for 8/15.

Me too!

on my way to hospital for 630 the journey begins

Sending well wishes for a smooth procedure and quick recovery!

Wishing all the 8-7 sleevers smooth surgeries and speedy recoveries!

Headed to the hospital. I'm a ball of nerves. I can't believe it's finally here!!!!!

Good luck today you guys. Just imagine, when you wake up, surgery will be over and you'll start the next leg of your journey. I'm tomorrow at 9:30. Right behind you.