Hey Everyone!

My name is Katarina, I'm 26 and I live in Minnesota! Just met with my surgeon today to schedule my VSG! I chose Tuesday, September 2nd, the day after Labor Day! My pre-op liquid diet starts Saturday, August 23rd. Wondering if anyone else is having surgery on or around this date? I would LOVE to have a surgery buddy! Someone who is going through what I am, when I am, so we can help each other out! Also, if anyone has an Instagram, my user name is liberianne_gal. I follow tons of amazing men and women who have went through Weight Loss Surgery and have fantastic stories! Can't wait to create my own!

Hope to talk to some of you soon!

Katarina

September 8th for my sleeve is scheduled. Diet for preop starts 8/25. Having mine done in Plano, tx.

I am 52, and have spent the last 2 decades going to bed every night hating myself and my lack of grit, willpower, etc with regard to eating and dieting. I cannot express how if feels to be looking at a life changing adventure that will bring a welcomed challenge, and a focus on myself in a positive way, that I have never experienced. I learned of my insurance approval yesterday and am scheduled 9/29. 10 day pre op diet, robotic procedure, 2 nights and 3 days in hospital. Up to 6 weeks off if I can handle it... It is a weight off my shoulders, heh heh, to finally not be so hard on myself. This website has been inspirational.

I officially started my pre-op diet starting at midnight.....So far since I'm working 3rd shift all I have had is a Preimer Protein Shake- chocolate and a bottle of Sparkling Ice.... Does anyone know if the Sparkling Ice Zero Calories drinks allowed in the diet? Its 0 calories, 0 fat, 0 carbs, 0 caffeine, 0 protein, but has Vitamins and green tea extract.

Janny - I also scheduled for 9/29! Best of luck!

Krystle - is the sparkling ice carbonated? Of so I wouldn't be allowed that on my plan. Otherwise it sounds fine.

I am scheduled for surgery on September 15, I'm nervous and excited. I've been on this journey since February when I started the leg work. My surgeon told me to loose weight before the surgery to make it safer however, I have not been told to do a liquid diet like some of you have. I am starting to try out liquid Protein shakes for post-op; as well as liquid Vitamins. Am looking forward to being part of this group as we start our count down.

I officially started my pre-op diet starting at midnight.....So far since I'm working 3rd shift all I have had is a Preimer Protein Shake- chocolate and a bottle of Sparkling Ice.... Does anyone know if the Sparkling Ice Zero Calories drinks allowed in the diet? Its 0 calories, 0 fat, 0 carbs, 0 caffeine, 0 protein, but has Vitamins and green tea extract.

You just want to give up the carbonated stuff after surgery (at least according my surgeon and dietitian).

Technically you can have clear sugar free sodas on the clear liquid diet pre-op. My nutritionist gave me a list that included 7up and Sprite. With that being said, remember once surgery happens you will no longer be advised to drink carbonated beverages so be prepared for that.

Edited August 20, 201411 yr by HalloweenBaby24

Sept 10th here.

September 10 here too. Oregon.

my surgery is September 8th as well yayyy

I'm from NJ.
Started my journey May 14th and my surgery is scheduled for September 8th.

Hi, I am 56. I live near Houston Tx and my surgery is 9/10. My final pre-appt is tomorrow (surgeon, nut, labs, ekg, a seminar). My liquid diet starts next Wed the 27th. Dreading that! But it will be oh so worth it! Yay us!!

Edited August 21, 201411 yr by JCP

Finally got my date it's September 10 too. I'm in Reno NV. Start my liquid diet the 27 have my pre-op that day. Yeah

Hi, I am 56. I live near Houston Tx and my surgery is 9/10. My final pre-appt is tomorrow (surgeon, nut, labs, ekg, a seminar). My liquid diet starts next Wed the 27th. Dreading that! But it will be oh so worth it! Yay us!!

oh wow my pre- op started today, I am starving and very lightheaded, however, I know it get better. Let share the time of surgery, don't know at what time mine will be.

Mine is in the morning I have to be there at 6am. I'm 59 and my birthday is the 15th.

@@Hairstylist0

Yay congrats!

Lots of September 8th sleevers.

I'm getting really nervous/anxious with the passing day's. How are you feeling?