Im having my surgery tomorrow and im looking for some words of comfort. Im very nervous. Not exactly about the surgical aspect but with completely changing my lifestyle.

The steps after surgery are very gradual, which makes each stage of the diet/exercise plan much easier to handle. As soon as you are used to one diet stage, you get to add more food and different textures, and you learn the new normal for you. This isn't at all a lifestyle of deprivation. Even though your calories will be much less, you won't notice it after a while. People look shocked when I admit I eat 700-800 calories a day--but that is my new normal and I am fine with it. I don't feel like I am missing out at all.

So remember to take it one step at a time, and be patient. You will do great. Good luck tomorrow!

Thank you. Im sure its just like a "less than 24 hours" anxiety setting in. D: im not sure how many 21 year olds that work and go to school full time squeezing this in spring break but ill tell you with exams this week and the surgery tomm i feel like my head is spinning.

completely changing my lifestyle.

hi Lindsayloo1103

supppppport????

thats what we're here for!!!!!

i'm glad you are not that worried about the procedure itself

99.99999% of people have no problems except the normal post op gas, tiredness et al

good you realize what a lifestyle change this really will be!!

i'm sure you have done your homework about the surgery

you'll be only having Clear liquids to start, full liquids, pureed, soft finally solids

you must stop drinking 15-30 minutes before you eat

never drink with your meals

don't drink ater you eat for up to one hour

drink at least 64 oz of Water a day

chew thoroughly, into teeny pieces

eat sllllllowly

have at least 60gr Protein

and eat as few carbs as possible!!!

put utensils down in between bites

you are about to become a loser in training

there are MANY other younguns on the board that work, go to school, have exams et al

there are many other men/women that are "older" in their 30's , 40's et al that have kids, work, and school too

we all have different stories, similarities (msp)

WLS brings us all together

your worries, concerns, anxiety are very common emotions

surgery tomorrow!!!!!

how exciting!!!!

you are on your way to a healthier, happier, longer life

as Teachamy said......"take it one step at a time and be patient"

good luck

speedy recovery

kathy

Edited March 13, 201412 yr by proudgrammy

I had mine Tuesday, I also opted for the over spring break route. I'm sure you'll do great!

Hahaha. My surgery was on 2/24. I am a full time student and work full time. Thanks goodness I was able to take some time off of work. But I still had to maintain school and study for exams.... Yeah that was fun. sarcasm*

I'm tomorrow too! Good luck to u

Good luck on your surgery tomorrow Lyndsey. It's the beginning of your journey. My surgery is on April 1. I will be looking forward to seeing your progress and words of encouragement for us to follow. God bless.

Hey guys its about that time!! Im currently on my way to the hospital! Wish me luck! Ill keep you guys posted:)

Good luck! We ll b here when u come out.

about that time!! Im currently on my way to the hospital!

Lindsayloo

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hope all is going well

post surgery remember to walk as much as possible to get rid of that nasty gas

sip, sip your Water

you are on your way to a healthier, happier, longer life

speedy recovery

kathy

It took about 8 hours from the time of arriving to when i was able to go home. The surgeon said i am doing a great job with recovery but i walk a d sip and use this breathing thing but the gas has not gotten better. Last night i was able to get a few hours of sleep. Any other advice on the gas?! Its killing me!

It took about 8 hours from the time of arriving to when i was able to go home. The surgeon said i am doing a great job with recovery but i walk a d sip and use this breathing thing but the gas has not gotten better. Last night i was able to get a few hours of sleep. Any other advice on the gas?! Its killing me!

Are you using Gas X? They have strips you can buy. Gas was the worst!

Walking is very important! It will help move the gas. Also a heating pad can ease the discomfort. It was pass, try to be patient. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Heating pad on your belly or back?