I went today to the pre-opp class and they moved my surgery to feb 6th. i am so happy! my pre-opp visit with doc is the end of jan, so i have untill then to lose the rest of my weight. i have 8 lbs or so and i know that is doable, so i am way less stressed...Thank you all for the encouragement...you have been great. there are a bunch of rules now...iam on the shake thing till surgery. also lots to do before i go under...find liquid or chewable vitamins, and there is a big list of those. I also have to shower 2x a day with antibacterial soap 10 days before surgery, geez there was so much to take in, i am glad they gave me a handbook of their guidelines.

That is so exciting! Good luck!

Congrats hope evrything goes good for you. My surgery is also February 6th!!! Im so excited and cant wait!!

Thank you both....I guess I have a surgery twin....I am KatsMFP on my fitness pal if you want to buddy up

Wow! Less than a month away! Congrats! I don't have a surgery date yet Yes you will def be able to lose those eight pounds. I wonder what the showering thing is about? I haven't heard anyone mention that before. Maybe to reduce the chance of infection at the incision site? Well, I look forward to hearing more about your journey!

Yes, it is to reduce the chance of infection in the OR. Also he requires antiseptic mouthwas 3 times a Day 10 days before. I don't care if it seems sily because I am realy getting nervous and feel better knowing that he is so careful. Thanks for the support....I am excited

I am glad your doc is having you be so prepared. That is awesome. Another thing doing those things is a great way to help you feel like you are getting ready for something big (cause you are) and it forces you to slow down a bit and think about yourself, using the special soap and the mouthwash, get the vitamins, gives you the feeling like you are a part of this pre op and doing everything you can to be successful. I think it is great.

Thanks, you are right. I am doing all I can to be prepaired. I am thankful I found this site, it helps so much to be able to share and support others who are all going through this too.