I am freaking out a little at the moment the hospital called today with the date Feb 2nd and it is a little over 2 weeks away. I have worked hard to get the approval and lose the required weight but I didnt think it would move this fast. I'm excited but scared at the same time. I start my liquid diet on Monday which I think is going to make it a tough 2 weeks but it will be worth it in the end right?

that is awesome!! I will be done with all my per-surgical tests in next week and half and im hoping it moves just as fast. Congrats on the 20lb per-surgical loss, that's so great

Hi Lisa---great news! I know it's a bit scary but it's wonderful as well; just keep your eye on the prize and you'll be on the loser's bench before you know it. The first few days of the liquid diet aren't easy, but after those first days, you get used to it. (and yes, it's totally worth it!) Best of luck on your pre-op diet and surgery---keep us updated on your progress---cheers, Lisa

Congrats! I know it's scary and overwhelming, but stick to the plan and you'll get through these two weeks!

congrats.... you are just that much closer to a new slim you!!!

Congrats! that's awesome news! how exciting! Just think its only two weeks, you can do it. Its so going to be wroth it!

WOOHOOOO!!! That's awesome!

That is my day too!!!!! Good luck!!!

My surgery is also on Feb 2. Not required to do a liquid diet only 24 hrs before. Was planning to do a 5 day juice fast to shrink my liver before surgery. My BMI is 47, with hypertension.

It's perfectly normal to feel like you do. You have come so far and you will get to the other side soon. The liquid only 2 wk is going to be ok. Just stay hydrated and change it up a bit. Sf Popsicles, sf jello, broths, ice tea, water. After a few days it gets much easier. Hang in there. You can do this!!!!!!

I am February 2nd also. I don't start my pre-op diet until Jan 23rd. I have my pre-admission visit/final labs on January 28th. Scheduling told me that the NUT will call me before then to go over things.

I picked up some Protein shakes. Got some Protein shake samples in the mail and some protein shots. I have been throwing away foods that are high carb that my DH doesn't like.

I have a few more things to get to make sure I am ready. broth, SF Jello. I am traveling part of next week for work. I am thinking that I may try to do liquid for some of my meals each day and then one meal of meat and vegetables. Kinda ease into things. I weaned off of carbonated beverages and caffeine already.

I am actually staying at a cool new hotel. They have work-out equipment in the rooms, work-out videos on the TV and a healthy cafe on-site. No bacon or sausage. Egg white omelets.

Good luck to you LisaLou

YAY!!! Congrats to you!!! You'll do great!! Be sure to check in frequently! You know how we all worry. If we don't hear from you we'll start looking for you! in all sincerity....you'll do great and can't want to hear back after ward.

I am also 2nd feb, I find it mad that most cases in USA are pre surgery diet is liquid, I am in UK and I can eat, albeit it's only 800 calories a day, it is however doable. Nothing from 10pm the evening before surgery, and starting my pre op diet on Wednesday

Thanks everyone! I am feeling better about now. Today is day one of the liquid diet so we will see how I feel on day 4.

YES! It is totally worth it in the end. And I had a little freak out when I finally got my surgery date as well because it just becomes more real. I can honestly say though that I have not regretted it one single time. Good luck on your journey!

Yay! Congrats! I am hoping that I will get my surgery date on Thursday (pending I can lose a few more lbs to meet my weight loss goal.) My doctor does not require a liquid diet pre-op but my NUT has suggested I try it for a week or two to get in the swing of things for post-op. Sending well wishes your way!