I am starting this so all of us who are beginning 2013 in a big way can share stories, advice and experiences.

My surgery date is 1/21/13 and this has been a year long journey for me. I began last December with a physical and my Dr. and I decided it was time. I had to go through 6 months of weigh-ins and visits with the nutritionist before I was even allowed to see the surgeon. I finally met him in July and then was given a whole new list of tests and appointments that needed to be done. My insurance finally approved me earlier this month, but only for surgery after January 1, so January 21st it is.

I am so excited to start this journey and thank you all in advance for sharing your experiences here!

For me, there is a significant difference in "hunger" now. I can eat or not, drink or not-BUT, if I see something good, or smell something yummy-it's then that I think I'm hungry and want to eat it. It's the same for craving food with crunch or even just a little bit of substance to chew on.

The 1st few days after surgery I was always thirsty, that only happens at night now when I wake up and have to reach for my water and take a sip necause my mouth is dry. I have to be cognizent of getting in my water and protein, or I think I would go most of the day without much nutrition. Finding it crazy that I'm worried about eating over 450 calories....

Wow theres so many 22nds thats awesome. I hope everyone a speedy recovery. Im so excited its finally here 2 more days

Thank u darling

For me' date=' there is a significant difference in "hunger" now. I can eat or not, drink or not-BUT, if I see something good, or smell something yummy-it's then that I think I'm hungry and want to eat it. It's the same for craving food with crunch or even just a little bit of substance to chew on.

The 1st few days after surgery I was always thirsty, that only happens at night now when I wake up and have to reach for my water and take a sip necause my mouth is dry. I have to be cognizent of getting in my water and protein, or I think I would go most of the day without much nutrition. Finding it crazy that I'm worried about eating over 450 calories....[/quote']

So basically its mental? The "hunger" for something yummy? its not so much that youre really "hungry" & HAVE to eat something.

Thats how i think now pre-surgery i can eat something and i can see or smell something better and want to stuff my face with it, maybe old habits die hard?

2/11/13

I'm up late and can't fall asleep! I have to be up in 4 hours to get ready to go to the hospital. My surgery is the first one in the morning. My mind is just running. I'm just hoping for some peaceful sleep tonight. Goodnight all

I'm up late and can't fall asleep! I have to be up in 4 hours to get ready to go to the hospital. My surgery is the first one in the morning. My mind is just running. I'm just hoping for some peaceful sleep tonight. Goodnight all

Good Luck Hun!!!!!!! I will keep you in my prayers! You will do just fine! You'll be telling us how great it went and how amazing this surgery has made your life in no time! Think and keep positive always!!!

2/11/13

On the way to the hospital! Can't believe it's really happening! Will post later from the post-op side.

I'm up late and can't fall asleep! I have to be up in 4 hours to get ready to go to the hospital. My surgery is the first one in the morning. My mind is just running. I'm just hoping for some peaceful sleep tonight. Goodnight all

I slept like crap too, my brain would just not shut off. Thinking of you today. Good luck!

On the way to the hospital! Can't believe it's really happening! Will post later from the post-op side.

Good luck!!!!!!!! Everything will come out great!!!

Remember plz come back on here and post!!! Us pre surgery ppl need to know what to expect lol !! Im keeping you in my prayers! May god bless you and may you have a safe surgery!!!!

2/11/13

I'm about to go in for surgery. I've got my IV hooked up and the good meds are on their way. Please say a prayer for me!

Good luck! I'm 13 days post op, at first I sat in my bed in pain and thought omg what did I do? But after a couple days the pain got better and the journey now seems easier besides not being able to eat the same old foods that got u this way.. But it's oh so worth it! Dos-234 today- 219

On my way to the hospital. A little nervous, wish me luck...whoop whoop!

On my way to the hospital. A little nervous' date=' wish me luck...whoop whoop![/quote']

Good luck!

2/11/13

I feel like a personal good luck wagon! Lol i am so excited for everyone!

I cant wait for mine!!<3

2/11/13

Good Luck for ALL The 21's!!! You'll do great! God is with us! My prayers for all you! I'll have mine tomorrow! Butterflies already in my stomach but doing ok!

Loser's bench here we go!!!!!

Good luck and God bless all those who have surgery today.