September 2013 sleevers..Requesting sleeve buddies :)

[JodiAnn210 35]

I'm September 9th

There's 2 things I've found that not a lot of people talk about for the hospital

1) a pillow for a couple reasons

-after any major surgery there is gas build up' date=' you have 5-7 incisions on your belly, or if you cough, & for the ride home to help block the seatbelt.

2) gas X strips. Not much explanation here, it doesn't take 100% but it's suppose to help A Lot.[/quote']

That is awesome. Thanks I just picked up the gas x strips and I will bring my soft pillow!!!

[CarryOn7 61]

That is awesome. Thanks I just picked up the gas x strips and I will bring my soft pillow!!!

I figure the strips can't hurt. I will be Happy once this surgery is done. I always over stress. I guess it's better than being under prepared.

Good Luck

[JodiAnn210 35]

Good luck to you too!!!!

[JodiAnn210 35]

Hello' date=' Nice to meet all of you other September Sleevers! I am so ready for my surgery! I had a 6 month wait for my insurance so I feel I have been preparing for awhile now. Three cheers for all of us making it this far. Here's to the rest of the journey![/quote']

I had to see a Nut. And the surgeon for 6 months as well. I followed their diet very strictly and lost 66 pounds on my own. I also passed the psych evaluation and mentally I am ready for this new change! Good luck to you.

[JodiAnn210 35]

I figure the strips can't hurt. I will be Happy once this surgery is done. I always over stress. I guess it's better than being under prepared.

Good Luck

I agree its better safe than sorry. I'm just glad we have options to find info over the Internet..to share ideas and advice! I agree being prepared is always good.

[LilRed🔥Mama 99]

I am scheduled for September 25th. Weaning myself off caffeine and diet soda the past couple of weeks to prepare, very hard, but it is worth it! Good luck to all the September sleevers!!!

[CarryOn7 61]

I am scheduled for September 25th. Weaning myself off caffeine and diet soda the past couple of weeks to prepare' date=' very hard, but it is worth it! Good luck to all the September sleevers!!![/quote']

I'm on day 2 of my Pre-Op I had a Headache yesterday & it's a lot less today. The Dr office has in their paperwork to not take ibuprofen due to it being a blood thinner, & to only take acetaminophen only if needed where they send you home with an Rx of it. I know my headache is caffeine related, I did breakdown & buy crystal light energy but only used 1/2 a pack of a single serving in a 16oz bottle of Water. Now it's pretty much gone. I've done the no caffeine thing before, but I could use Tylenol. I figure if that's my only kinda cheat. Then I'm doing good.

[JourneyToLife 119]

I'm the 25th of September. Can't wait for it to get here. I have to do my pre- op testing 20 days prior to the 18th to be sure all gets done for the doctor and anesthesia. Good luck to everyone in their journey to life.

[JodiAnn210 35]

September 23rd for me' date=' in Overland Park, KS. Seems like everything is happening so fast. I get a little nervous if I spend time and start thinking about it. I have 4 kids so that is constantly on my mind (what if I am the 1%). I try not to think that way though, try to stay more positive. All in all the wife is being really supportive and looking forward to the new me!!![/quote']

I know exactly what you mean. Its hard ive been having my last minute regrets but then I think of my kids and my health and just want to live longer and happier. My husband is supportive to me too...that always helps. Hang in there best of luck kit.

[JodiAnn210 35]

I'm on day 2 of my Pre-Op I had a Headache yesterday & it's a lot less today. The Dr office has in their paperwork to not take ibuprofen due to it being a blood thinner' date=' & to only take acetaminophen only if needed where they send you home with an Rx of it. I know my headache is caffeine related, I did breakdown & buy crystal light energy but only used 1/2 a pack of a single serving in a 16oz bottle of Water. Now it's pretty much gone. I've done the no caffeine thing before, but I could use Tylenol. I figure if that's my only kinda cheat. Then I'm doing good.[/quote']

I agree that thats not big of a cheat to matter. You are doing a great job. Keep ur head up!can you have coffee with sugarfree Syrup? And no sugar?

[tdutko75 6]

I start my pre-op diet tomorrow (surgery 9/4) and I am getting kind of nervous... I decided that I needed to drink wine to calm my nerves! That and it will be the last time for quite awhile so I am going to enjoy it while I can! Just wanted to say good luck to all!

[grateful-1 30]

My surgery is Sept. 4th!! Yikes!! Nervous, but excited! Started my pre op diet a week ago and lost 6 lbs. One more week!! Had headaches for the first 3 days, but none since, actually less than usual. I wish I could eat like this rather than have surgery, but I know I can't long term. Definitely realizing what triggers my eating while on this diet, which is good I wish you all the best!

[CarryOn7 61]

I agree that thats not big of a cheat to matter. You are doing a great job. Keep ur head up!can you have coffee with sugarfree Syrup? And no sugar?

The Dr preferrers no caffeine during the pre op. It'll be fine just a day or 2 or headache nothing to bad. I have bigger things to focus on.

[JourneyToLife 119]

My surgery is Sept. 4th!! Yikes!! Nervous' date=' but excited! Started my pre op diet a week ago and lost 6 lbs. One more week!! Had headaches for the first 3 days, but none since, actually less than usual. I wish I could eat like this rather than have surgery, but I know I can't long term. Definitely realizing what triggers my eating while on this diet, which is good I wish you all the best![/quote']

I agree with you. I wish to that I could eat like this and lose weight and not have the surgery too. But like other times, it will fail again.

[JodiAnn210 35]

Ive been having last minute thoughts lately. In fact the past 2 nights Ive been spending the nights tossing and turning. I read peoples comments about them never regretting their decision and if only they would of done it when they were younger. That does give me hope!! I feel confident however I need to stay motivated. This surgery is not going to make me skinny over night..my bad habits and failed diets can still happen with my stomach cut 85%. I can still gain weight..if that's the case theN why even put my body through such a shock..why endure so much pain if I can still fail? Ive beeN mentally working on my lifestyle its been 6 good months and Ive been able to lose a lot on my own. I know I can continue after surgery..its just hard when my friends tell me..."are you sure about this? Look at what you've done on ur own"? Has anyone felt this way? Please comment thanks.